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Residency Fees

As a not for profit organization we strive to keep our residency fee as low as possible. Nes does not receive a general operating grant and cannot offer scholarships or stipends to residents unless selected for a particular project for which we have funding.

Most Icelandic funding is allocated to Icelandic artists, so Nes and our local municipality work to lower the fee as much as possible, and encourage artists to apply for funding in their home country. Please view this list compiled by TransArtists for possible resources. The residency fee for one artist breaks down to approx. €29 per day.

Fees for group residencies and short stays at the Salthús guesthouse here.

 

In addition to workspace + accommodation, residency fee includes:
• Use of the kiln
• Use of The Freezer screening room/projector
• Utilities: Wi-Fi, heat, water, and electricity in house and studio
• Linens and towels
• Kitchen utensils and equipment
• Cleaning equipment and supplies
• Washing machine/dryer
• Artist talk and Open Studio coordination
• Additional guidance, exhibition, studio, and tech support
• Sauna (if staying in Fellsbraut 2 residence)

Residency Fee Does Not Include:
• Food
• Art materials and tools
• Travel expenses, including insurance
• Misc living expenses

 

2026 Monthly Fees (Sept-May)

  • 850 EUR for a single room for one person, one bed, one worktable in a shared open plan studio or Library (for writers and researchers)
  • 1000 EUR for a single room and one work space in the shared open plan studio with access to the Music School and piano
  • 1,250 EUR for a double room for two people with two beds, and one worktable in a shared open plan studio
  • 1,350 EUR for a single room for one person and a private dance studio
  • 1,600 EUR for a double room for two people (larger room with two beds), and a private dance studio.
  • 1,450 EUR for a double room for two people (larger room with two beds), two worktables in a shared open plan studio or library (for writers or researchers)
  • 2,850 EUR for three bedroom apartment (if available) suitable for families, one studio space in the shared open plan studio or library (for writers and researchers).
  • Double room with private bathroom and shared kitchen at Salthús Guesthouse available on request, price varies depending on time of year, (these rooms are not available during the summer months). Contact nes@neslist.is for more information.

2026 Monthly Fees (June/July/August) 

 

  • 950 EUR for a single room for one person, one bed, one worktable in a shared open plan studio or Library (for writers and researchers)
  • 1,100 EUR per month (single room and one worktable in a shared open plan studio with access to the Music School and piano
  • 1,350 EUR for a double room for two people, two beds, one worktable in a shared open plan studio.
  • 1,450 EUR for a single room for one person and private dance studio
  • 1,650 EUR for a double room for two people  (larger room with two beds), and private dance studio
  • 1,550 EUR for a double room for two people (larger room with two beds),  two worktables in a shared open plan studio or Library (writers or researchers)
  • 3,050 EUR for three bedroom apartment (if available) suitable for families, one worktable in a shared open plan studio or library (for writers and researchers)

Detailed information about paying your residency fee will be included in your contract upon acceptance. Nes can receive bank transfers in ISK, EURO, or USD, as well electronic payments via PayPal, Rapyd, or Wise. The fee is not monetarily equivalent to on-site support & accommodation, and the residency contract is not a rental or tenant agreement.