Iceland visa and entry requirements for US, UK, Canadian, Australian, NZ and Irish citizens

The table below shows the visa‑free stay and the ETIAS requirement for each passport. All figures are for tourism and short business visits.

ETIAS is an electronic travel authorisation for visa‑exempt travellers entering the Schengen Area. It is not a visa. Apply online, pay a fee (about €7) and receive an authorisation linked to your passport. It is valid for three years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first.

Apply a few weeks before departure; most applications are approved within minutes. ETIAS is required for any entry into the Schengen Area, but Irish passport holders are exempt.

At Keflavík Airport, officers may ask where you will stay, how you will support yourself and when you plan to leave. Have your hotel booking, return flight and travel insurance ready.

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested; the exact amount is not fixed – check the latest guidance before travel.

1. Check that your passport is valid for at least three months beyond your intended departure.

2. Verify whether you need an ETIAS authorisation (all listed except Irish passport holders).

3. Complete the ETIAS online application and pay the fee.

4. Book your flight and accommodation; keep confirmations handy.

5. Arrive in Iceland, present passport, ETIAS (if required), and travel documents at border control.

The 90‑day allowance applies to the whole Schengen Area, not per country.

If you exceed the 90‑day limit, you may need a long‑stay visa or residence permit.

Remote‑work on a tourist stay is not permitted without a specific work permit.

Information is based on official travel advice from the US State Department, UK Foreign Office, Government of Canada, Australian Smartraveller, New Zealand SafeTravel and Irish DFA, plus the ETIAS official website.

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