🇦🇽Åland Islands Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
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Information
Capital
Mariehamn
Population
30,237
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Swedish
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+358
Timezone
Europe/Mariehamn
Area
1,580 km²
Government
Autonomous region of Finland
National day
9 June (Autonomy Day)
Internet domain
.ax
About
The Åland Islands are an autonomous, demilitarised, Swedish-speaking region of Finland consisting of over 6,700 islands. About 40% of the population lives in the capital Mariehamn. They received special status from the League of Nations in 1920.
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Safety
Crime(Low)
- Standard urban precautions
- Keep an eye on your belongings
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, general vigilance
Transport
- Use reliable public transportation
Natural risks(Low (occasional winter storms))
- Check weather at sea
Health(Excellent (Finnish system))
- Recommended travel insurance
- Standard vaccines
Practical tips
- Respect the island environment
- Learn basic Swedish
- Ferry for travel
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Cost of living
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Food
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Indicative prices in USD in Mariehamn · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
safe
Not customary
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Åland Islands?▾
The entry regime for Åland Islands is not yet documented nationality by nationality on IziVisas. Check with a consular post before booking.
Check by my nationality →Is it dangerous to travel to Åland Islands?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Very low, one of the safest regions in Europe". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Åland Islands?▾
The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Åland Islands?▾
The capital of Åland Islands is Mariehamn. The main spoken languages are: Swedish.
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