🇮🇸Iceland Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Iceland?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter Iceland visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Iceland
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- Same-day
- Fee:
- 90 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
Pick your nationality to see the rule
Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Coming up: announced entry rules
- Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website
Insurance requiredInsurance for the Schengen visa (AXA Schengen)
If your passport needs a Schengen visa, it is a required document of the file: at least €30,000 of medical expenses. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.
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Iceland visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Iceland applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TunisiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TogoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- SpainVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- United KingdomVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- United StatesVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- ItalyVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- AlgeriaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- RussiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- GermanyVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- MoroccoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CanadaVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- ColombiaVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TurkeyVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- SwitzerlandVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- FranceVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- BrazilVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- BeninVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- GreeceVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- UkraineVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
Iceland visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Iceland publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | 90 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Skilled work permit | Work | 2 years | 80,000 ISK | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student permit | Study | Duration of programme | 70,000 ISK | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family Reunification | Family | 4 years | 60,000-110,000 ISK | 180 days | Portal | |
| Working Holiday visa | Working holiday | 1 year | 0-40,000 ISK | 60 days | Portal | |
| Au pair visa | Working holiday | 1 year | 120,000 ISK | 60 days | Portal | |
| Airport transit visa (Schengen A) | Transit | Same-day | 90 EUR | 15 days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Reykjavik
Population
399,000
Currency
Icelandic króna (ISK kr)
Languages
Icelandic, English
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+354
Timezone
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Area
103,000 km²
Government
Unitary parliamentary republic
National day
17 June - Independence Day
Internet domain
.is
About
Iceland is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic Ocean, renowned for its volcanic landscapes, geysers, and northern lights. It has a low population density and an economy driven by fishing, tourism, and renewable energy. It is a stable democracy with a high standard of living.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas
- Avoid leaving valuables in plain sight
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, follow official advice
Transport
- Drive cautiously, use winter tires
Natural risks(Volcanoes, earthquakes, and occasional eruptions)
- Follow alerts from the Icelandic Civil Protection
Health(Excellent healthcare system)
- Recommended travel insurance
- Standard vaccines
Practical tips
- Respect nature and environmental rules
- Prepare for unpredictable weather conditions
- Stay informed about active volcanic eruptions
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Reykjavík · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
safe
Not mandatory, service included
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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.
Car rental (DiscoverCars)
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Iceland?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Iceland across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Iceland visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Iceland?▾
Iceland issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid Same-day. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Iceland?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall safety level very high, one of the safest countries in the world.". 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 Iceland?▾
The official currency is Icelandic króna (ISK kr). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Iceland?▾
The capital of Iceland is Reykjavik. The main spoken languages are: Icelandic, English.
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