Indian students
~150
very small, niche
Tiny, spectacular and ultra-safe — niche, with very high living costs.
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Largely secular, Lutheran heritage; freedom of worship; tiny Indian community.
Limited Indian options in Reykjavik; vegetarian doable; expensive dining.
Friendly, egalitarian and English-fluent; very small population.
One of the safest countries in the world.
Cold, windy, long dark winters; bright summers.
Very high — one of the world's most expensive.
Limited part-time work for non-EEA students.
Student residence permit.