Iceland as a Donor
Iceland as a Donor
UNHCR works to ensure that everyone has the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge, having fled conflict, violence, or persecution at home.
UNHCR is almost entirely funded by voluntary contributions. Iceland is a reliable donor and partner to UNHCR and has increased its support considerably in recent years.
UNHCR is almost entirely funded by voluntary contributions. Iceland is a reliable donor and partner to UNHCR and has increased its support considerably in recent years.
Sudan. Internally displaced families in Ad Dweim, White Nile State receive essential items such as blankets, solar lamps and kitchen sets ©UNHCR/Antonia Vadala
Icelandic contributions to UNHCR
Iceland is a reliable donor and partner to UNHCR. In 2025, Iceland’s total contribution to UNHCR amounted to USD 4.6 million.
Facts about Iceland as a donor:
- In 2025, Iceland provided valuable support to UNHCR’s operations and work in Ukraine and Moldova.
- In 2025, Iceland provided support to UNHCR’s activities in response to the Sudan situation.
- In 2025, Iceland provided USD 1.46 million in unearmarked support, for new and protracted refugee situations.
For more information on funding to UNHCR, visit our contributions page.