Iceland visa for United States citizens

As an Iceland passport holder planning to visit the United States, remember that you will need an ESTA authorization, which is typically processed within 72 hours and valid for two years, allowing stays of up to 90 days; while most visitors opt for the tourist visa, other visa types are also available depending on your purpose of travel. Be prepared for the significant time difference, as stepping from Reykjavik's UTC to a US time zone like EST (UTC-5) means a jump of five hours, and it's wise to factor in the USD ($) for your expenses throughout your trip. Given the United States' vastness, direct flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to major hubs like New York or Boston are common, making your 3,200-mile journey relatively straightforward.

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 Schengen Area.

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