Visa Applications for Iceland
For Travel to Iceland.
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If you want to travel to Iceland, you can apply for a Schengen Visa. This will allow you to travel there for 90 days within a 6-month period and travel to other Schengen areas. Certain countries that have an agreement with the Schengen area will not need a visa.
We strongly advise to make any Visa Applications as soon as possible to ensure that you are approved for any visa when traveling to Iceland in time for your trip. You will not be allowed on your flight without a valid visa document.
Iceland issues several short-stay and long-stay visa categories depending on the purpose of travel:
The Iceland Schengen Visa allows short-term entry to Iceland and the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. It is issued for tourism, business, medical, cultural, or family visits. The visa is recognised across all 27 Schengen member states. Applications are reviewed by Icelandic embassies abroad or representing states, such as Denmark or Norway.
Citizens of countries that are not visa-exempt under the Schengen Agreement must apply for a visa before travelling to Iceland. This includes applicants from India, China, Nigeria, Pakistan, and the Philippines. Citizens of visa-waiver countries (such as the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan, and New Zealand) may enter Iceland visa-free for up to 90 days.
See full eligibility details in our Iceland Visa Eligibility Requirements (2026) guide.
Service and courier charges may apply through VFS Global. See full details in Iceland Visa Fees (2026). Visa fees are standardised across the Schengen Area, and as of 2026 the charges are:
Most Iceland visa applications are processed within 15 – 30 calendar days after biometric submission. Long-stay or family visas may take up to 60 days. Applicants are advised to apply at least four weeks before their intended travel date.
For detailed embassy timelines, refer to Iceland Visa Processing Times (2026).
Applicants must submit a complete set of supporting documents in accordance with the Schengen Visa Code. This includes a valid passport, recent photographs, proof of accommodation, evidence of sufficient financial means, and travel insurance covering at least €30,000 in medical expenses.
See the full checklist in Documents Required for Iceland Visa (2026).
A Visa is required for any third national wishing to enter Iceland or any other Schengen country. It could be a short-stay Schengen C-visa for stays of up to 90 days or a national D-visa / residence permit for longer stays in the country.
All applicants aged 12 and above must provide fingerprints and a photograph as part of the visa process. Supporting documents can be uploaded digitally before the appointment using the secure VFS Global upload system. For full details, see Schengen Biometric Enrolment Process (2026) and Digital Document Upload Guide (2026).
Short-stay visas cannot normally be extended except under exceptional circumstances such as medical emergencies or force majeure. Extensions are handled by the Icelandic Directorate of Immigration (UTL).
Learn more in Iceland Visa Extension Guide (2026).
This depends on a number of things such as whether or not you have had a Schengen visa in the past or how many countries you intend to visit. Generally you first Schengen visa will be issued for the duration of your stay. Visa Applications may be granted for multiple entry for a number of years.
There are 27 Schengen members states in Europe. You can see the full list of countries in the Schengen zone in the table on this page.
You can expect an update on any Visa Applications within 3 days of submission. You can choose express processing at checkout for a response within 24 hours.
Once you attend your appointment, your visa can take up to 15 working days to be processed by the Embassy.
The processing time for an Iceland visa can vary, but it typically takes around 15 days. However, it is important to allow for more time, as the processing time can be longer during peak travel seasons.
There are a few restrictions on Iceland visas. For example, you cannot work in Iceland on a tourist visa. You also need to have a valid visa if you are transiting through Iceland.
