Are you a motivated individual dreaming of working abroad in 2025?
Good news! Iceland is now hiring foreign salesmen for shops, supermarkets, and showrooms — and they give visa sponsorship. If you are from India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, or the Philippines, this is your chance to work legally in Iceland’s fast-growing retail jobs.
Big cities like Reykjavík, Akureyri, Kópavogur, and Hafnarfjörður need more workers. You can apply online for full-time shop jobs. These jobs offer good salary, free or cheap housing, and legal work papers.
Job Description
Salesman jobs in Iceland mean helping customers, selling things, putting items on shelves, taking payments, and keeping the store clean and friendly. These jobs are in supermarkets, clothing stores, electronics shops, and small stores.
You can work as:
- Shop Assistant
- Storekeeper
- Sales Associate
- Cashier
- Retail Floor Staff
Most jobs need simple English and good customer service.
Company Overview
Many retail stores in Iceland are hiring workers from other countries because there are not enough local workers. Companies include:
- Bónus Supermarkets
- Krónan Stores
- IKEA Iceland
- Elko Electronics
- Small shops in Reykjavík and Akureyri
These companies give legal job contracts, work visas, and sometimes free or cheap housing.
Job Requirements
To apply for these jobs, you usually need:
- Age: 18–45 years
- High school pass certificate
- Basic English (Icelandic is extra help)
- Experience in retail or customer service (good but not must)
- Fit body to stand long hours
- No criminal record
- Valid passport
- Ready to move and live in Iceland
Job Roles and Responsibilities
- Welcome and help customers
- Arrange products on shelves
- Keep store neat and clean
- Take payments and give receipts
- Update daily sales
- Help during sales and offers
- Work well with other team members
Visa Sponsorship
All these jobs come with full visa support:
- Work Visa (Skilled Worker) given by the company
- Residence Permit for working in Iceland
- Time for visa: 6 to 12 weeks
- Company pays visa fee or cuts from salary slowly
People from Asia and Africa — like India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, and the Philippines — can apply.
Salary and Benefits
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Salary | ISK 300,000–400,000/month ($2,200–$3,000) |
| Accommodation | Free or low-cost housing sometimes |
| Healthcare | Basic health cover included |
| Paid Leave | 24–30 days leave per year |
| Contract | 1–2 years, can be renewed |
| Relocation | Help with visa and travel |
| Uniform | Given by the company |
How to Apply?
Prepare Your Documents
- Your CV or resume
- Passport-size photo
- Experience letter (if you have it)
- School or college papers
- Passport
Choose a Job Portal or Company
Apply on sites like:
- IcelandCareers.co.uk
- ZipRecruiter Iceland
- Indeed Iceland
- NewsNowPK Iceland Jobs
- Official company sites
Apply Online
- Fill out the form
- Upload your documents
- Wait for call or email from company
Attend Online Interview
- Answer easy questions about shop work and talking to people
- Interview can be in English or your language
Visa & Travel
- If selected, company applies for your visa
- You get job offer and visa papers
- Book ticket and go to Iceland
Why Work as a Salesman in Iceland?
- Legal and safe job
- Good salary and job safety
- Clean and friendly shops
- Get European work experience
- May get permanent stay later
Call to Action
Want to work in Europe? This is your chance!
Apply now for salesman jobs in Iceland with visa sponsorship for 2025.
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