Iceland visa for Australian citizens

Australians heading to Iceland will find a straightforward travel process, enjoying visa-free entry for tourist purposes. This generous allowance permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period, with no visa application cost for the sole available tourist visa type. Making the journey from Australia's sun-drenched landscapes to Iceland's dramatic volcanic fjords typically involves extensive travel, often requiring multiple flights across hemispheres that can collectively exceed 30 hours. While exploring Reykjavik is possible year-round, planning for Iceland's peak summer season (June-August) offers milder weather, though accommodations require early booking.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
3+ months
Blank pages
2+
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required
Health insurance
Required
Biometrics
Required

Visa options

OtherSchengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
90d$98multiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
Digital NomadLong-Term Visa for Remote Work (Digital Nomad Visa)
180dvalid 6mo
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Work – Based on Expert Knowledge
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Work – Due to Shortage of Labour
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Work – Athletes
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Work – Collaboration or Service Contract
multiple-entry
Apply
StudentResidence Permit for Studies
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilyResidence Permit for Family Reunification
multiple-entry
Apply
HumanitarianResidence Permit on Humanitarian Grounds
multiple-entry
Apply
HumanitarianResidence Permit for International Protection (Asylum)
Apply
TransitAirport Transit Visa (Schengen Type A – When Required)
1d$98valid 1d
Apply
OtherLong-Term Visa (Category D) – General
180dvalid 6mo
Apply
OtherResidence Permit for Nordic Citizens (Registration of Right of Residence)
$0multiple-entry
Apply
OtherResidence Registration for EEA/EFTA Citizens (Right of Residence)
$0multiple-entry
Apply

90 days within any 180-day period regardless of other Schengen time.

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