Schengen destinations
Iceland
Iceland short-stay Schengen visa information. The source page contains a large guide covering eligibility, documents, fees, application steps, restrictions, refusals and FAQs.
Information may change; confirm current requirements with the official embassy or visa application centre before you travel.
Visa types & stay
Max stay
Usually up to 90 days within 180 days across Schengen
- Short-Stay Type C
- Tourism
- Family/private visit
- Short business
- Medical
- Cultural/sporting and other permitted short visits
Documents required
- Application
- Passport
- Photos
- Itinerary
- Accommodation
- Financial proof
- Employment/business/student evidence where applicable
- Invitation/sponsor documents
- Insurance
- Minor/family documents
- Translations where required
Fees
- Standard Schengen fees and service costs can change
- Verify current official fee
Processing time
Varies by mission/region; the source emphasizes applying early
How to apply
- 1Confirm Iceland is the correct Schengen state
- 2Identify responsible Icelandic/representing mission
- 3Gather documents
- 4Submit form
- 5Appointment/biometrics
- 6Pay
- 7Decision
- 8Inspect visa
- 9Travel with supporting documents
Restrictions
No ordinary work authorization, residence right or long-term settlement through the tourist visa; extensions are exceptional