This article is only relevant when the country in which the employee pays their social security contributions (home country/payroll country) is Iceland.
Applying for A1 certificates in Iceland is done via email sent to the Icelandic social security agency.
Processing times are usually around 4 weeks, though it may take longer depending on the case. The process is quite straightforward.
✅ What you need to do
1. Sign a Power of Attorney (POA) and an employer document
We will provide you with a POA template. Please sign it and return it to us.
⚠️ Key points to bear in mind
A POA is always required.
Additional details will be required to fill in the application form.
Too early for a full assessment as WorkFlex hasn’t received many applications yet.
👉 Once these steps are complete, WorkFlex will handle the A1 application process fully on your behalf.