Iceland visa for Japanese citizens

As an Iceland passport holder, you'll be pleased to know that travel to Japan is remarkably straightforward, allowing for a visa-free stay of up to 90 days for tourism. While there are typically two distinct tourist visa categories available for longer stays or specific purposes, your standard passport allows for this extended, hassle-free exploration. When planning your journey, consider that direct flights from Keflavík to Tokyo often take around 12 hours, a significant leap across time zones that might require a day or two to adjust. Keep in mind that while the Yen is the local currency, many businesses in major tourist hubs now readily accept credit cards, though having some cash on hand is always wise for smaller vendors or local markets.

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 in the Schengen Area.

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