Island

🇮🇸

Telefonvorwahl

+354

Hauptstadt

Reykjavik

Bevölkerung

380.000

Einheimischer Name

Ísland

Region

Europe

Northern Europe

Zeitzone

Greenwich Mean Time

UTC±00

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Iceland is a Nordic island country known for dramatic volcanic landscapes, geothermal hot springs, glaciers, waterfalls, Northern Lights, and midnight sun. Reykjavík, the world's northernmost capital, is a small but vibrant city. Iceland sits on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge where tectonic plates meet, creating unique geology. Visitors are drawn to Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, Golden Circle (Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss), Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, Northern Lights viewing (winter), midnight sun (summer), Ring Road road trips, black sand beaches, ice caves, waterfalls (Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss), whale watching, and Icelandic horses. Iceland offers otherworldly nature, adventure activities, and pristine wilderness despite being one of world's most expensive destinations.

Visa Requirements for Iceland

As a Schengen Area member, Iceland follows standard Schengen visa policies. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens can enter with just a valid ID card or passport for unlimited stays. Citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and many other countries can enter visa-free for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. Those requiring Schengen visas should apply through Icelandic consulates or embassies (often handled by Danish embassies where Iceland has no representation), submitting completed application forms, passport photographs, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, travel insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage), and proof of financial means. Tourism is Iceland's major industry. Processing typically takes 15 calendar days.

Gängige Visumtypen

Visa-Free Entry (Schengen)

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period; applies to entire Schengen Area including Iceland; passport must be valid 3 months beyond departure.

For tourism, business, conferences, visiting friends/family for US, UK, Australia, Canada, and other eligible nationalities.

EU/EEA/Swiss Entry

Unlimited stay; can enter with valid national ID card or passport; freedom of movement rights apply; can work without permit.

For EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens for tourism, work, residence, or any purpose without restrictions.

Schengen Visa (Type C)

Up to 90 days within 180-day period; valid for all Schengen countries; single, double, or multiple entry; processing 15 days.

For short-term stays including tourism, business, cultural events, conferences for nationalities requiring Schengen visa.

Long-Stay Visa (Type D)

Beyond 90 days; requires specific purpose documentation; leads to residence permit; Iceland-specific, though allows Schengen transit.

For stays exceeding 90 days including work, study, family reunification, or residence in Iceland.

Important Travel Information

Passport validity: Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen Area. Issued within last 10 years.

90/180 rule: Maximum 90 days in any 180-day period across entire Schengen Area, not just Iceland.

Very expensive: Iceland is one of world's most expensive countries. Budget accordingly. Meals $20-40 USD+. Accommodation $150-300+ per night. Self-catering and camping save money.

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Reykjavik
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