Icelandic contributions to UNHCR
Iceland is a reliable donor and partner to UNHCR. In 2022, Iceland more than doubled its funding to UNHCR, making it our 7th biggest donor per capita.
Facts about Iceland as a donor:
- In 2022, Iceland’s total contribution to UNHCR amounted to approximately USD 4.2 million.
- Of the total 2022 contribution, USD 1.1 million went towards UNHCR’s response to the Ukraine situation.
- Iceland also provided support for UNHCR’s Afghanistan response and for the Sahel situation.
- Iceland has also provided consistent support for UNHCR efforts in Syria.
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