Island - Reseinformation och reseförsäkring

Översikt

Capital: Reykjavik (pop. 216,000)
Population: 398,266 (2025 est.)
Religions: Evangelical Lutheran Church of Iceland (official), Roman Catholic, Reykjavik Free Church, Hafnarfjordur Free Church, pagan worship, Icelandic Ethical Humanist
Languages: Icelandic, English, Nordic languages, German
Time Zone: UTC 0
Driving side: Right
Calling code: +354
Electrical plug(s): Type C and Type F

Pengar

The local currency in Iceland is Icelandic kronur (ISK). As of 6 October 2026 100 ISK is equal to 0.82 USD. In addition to the local currency, CAD and USD may be accepted for payment in some places.

Currency exchange can be done at airports and banks.

Travellers should be prepared to use either cash or credit or debit card to make payments. Credit cards are widely accepted. ATMs are available in most places.

It is advisable to conduct all currency exchanges within Iceland as the exchange rate is more favourable.

Tipping is not expected at hotels and restaurants since most bills include a service charge for gratuities. Round up taxi fares.

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The power supply in Iceland is reliable. Electricity operates on 230V at 50Hz using plug type(s) C and F.

Pass

Most travellers will need a passport to enter Iceland. The passport must be valid for at least three months after the date of departure, have been issued within the last ten years and have two blank pages.

Nationals of the European Union (EU) can enter the Schengen area with a valid ID.

Nationals of Nordic countries are not required to hold a passport for entry into Iceland, but they will need a photo ID document.

Visum

Visumfri inresa är tillgänglig för vissa resenärer som uppfyller kraven baserat på nationalitet och resans syfte. Alla andra resenärer måste skaffa visum från närmaste ambassad eller konsulat eller ansöka online (e-visum) före resan.

Inreseregler för visum varierar beroende på nationalitet, resans syfte och andra faktorer. Enskilda resenärer ansvarar för att säkerställa att de uppfyller alla visumkrav, vilka bör bekräftas med myndigheterna på resmålet före resan.

Visumfri resa

Visumfri resa inom Schengenområdet: Medborgare i något land som är del av Schengenavtalet kan fritt resa in och vistas i vilket Schengenland som helst utan visum. Vissa utländska medborgare från icke-Schengenländer har också rätt till inresa utan visum, inklusive medborgare från Storbritannien (UK), USA och Kanada bland andra, som kan resa visumfritt för korta vistelser upp till 90 dagar inom en 180-dagarsperiod.

Visum

Korttidsvisum för Schengen (typ C): Utländska medborgare från utvalda länder behöver Schengenvisum för att få inresa till något land i Schengenområdet.

Resenärer får vistas i något av Schengenländerna med enkel-, dubbel- eller flergångsvisum upp till 90 dagar (tre månader) under varje 180-dagarsperiod, oavsett vistelsens syfte.

Från och med 7 november 2025 utfärdas inga flergångsvisum till ryska medborgare.

Visum som utfärdas för Schengenländer gäller för hela Schengenområdet. Med ett Schengenvisum kan en tredjelandsmedborgare resa in i ett Schengenland och sedan fritt resa inom hela Schengenområdet, eftersom gränskontrollerna för personer som reser över Schengens nationella gränser har tagits bort.

Ansöknings- och handläggningstider kan variera beroende på individ och ambassad.

Lokal resor

Overview

Keflavik Airport (KEF/BIKF) is the main point of entry for travellers and air travel is overall safe. The roads of Iceland are of good quality; however, conditions can become dangerous during the winter months, with winter tyres mandatory from November until April. Roads in mountainous and rural areas may be unpaved or steep and may be subject to rockfalls and avalanches. Public transport on the island is very modern and safe. Internal flights travel throughout the island daily.

Travel Safety

Air Travel

Keflavik Airport (KEF/BIKF) is located 48km (30 miles) west of Reykjavik and is Iceland's main international gateway. Although small, security procedures at Keflavik are good. The easiest way to get to Reykjavík centre from the airport is by using the FlyBus shuttle bus. The vehicles used are modern and well-maintained. Taxis are available from outside the terminal building but are expensive. The airport is the main hub for Iceland's national carrier, Icelandair. This airline has a good safety record and a recent fleet. Icelandair offers direct flights from Keflavik to many European capitals and major US cities.

There are several other, very small, airports in Iceland, and internal flights travel throughout the island daily. Domestic flights use smaller aircraft, but accidents are rare. Be aware that there can be significant turbulence when flying close to fjords.

Airspace

All flights to and from Russia are banned until further notice, in line with European Union sanctions on Russia following the invasion of Ukraine.

Borders and Entry

Visa bans: The Icelandic authorities have suspended visa facilitation for Russian officials, business people, parliamentarians, diplomats and other such parties.

Identification

Most travellers will need a passport to enter Iceland. The passport must be valid for at least three months after the date of departure, have been issued within the last ten years and have two blank pages.
Travellers are allowed entry with passports where gender is indicated as "neutral". The country's overall social acceptance of LGBTQ people is good.

Road Travel

Iceland's road network is of a high standard but is only fully open from April until September due to poor winter weather conditions. If driving in winter, always carry spare food and warm clothes if you are stranded by snow. The use of winter tyres is mandatory from November until April. In the summer, unpaved roads can become muddy and accidents are common.

There are a high number of fjords on Icelandic roads. If crossing a fjord in a car, maintain a low but consistent speed to prevent engine flooding. The presence of livestock on roads can be dangerous, so keep speeds on rural roads low. Travellers should pay attention to road signs, which inform of dangerous areas. "Malbik endar" means that the road changes from paved to gravel. Another commonly seen warning is "einbreið brú", which means that a one-lane bridge is approaching. The drunk drive limit is 0.04 milligrams of alcohol per millilitre of blood. Penalties can be harsh if caught and include heavy fines and imprisonment.

Public Transport

Iceland's public transport system is relatively limited compared to larger countries and the primary mode of transportation for tourists is often renting a car. However, there are public transport options available, particularly in Reykjavik and some larger towns.

Buses: Reykjavik has an excellent bus system called Strætó with regular services, which run from around 07:00 until midnight. Information on the system routes, schedules and payment options can be found here. To reach other areas of the island, BSI Travel runs services from Reykjavik's bus station near the centre of the town. All buses are recent vehicles and safety standards are high. While petty thefts are uncommon, vigilance is recommended when riding a bus at night.

Public transport on the island is very modern and safe.

Ferries and Boats: Ferries in Iceland are used more for pleasure trips than as public transport, however, there is a service linking the island with Hantsholm in Denmark and Bergen in Norway. These boats are well maintained, but rough seas can cause an unsettling journey. Check https://www.smyril-line.com/ for details.

Taxis: Taxis in Iceland are an expensive, but efficient way to travel. They can be found at ranks throughout Reykjavik or can be phoned from elsewhere. Taxis are mostly new vehicles and all are well-maintained. They can be identified by an illuminated yellow 'TAXI' sign on the roof of the vehicle. Unlicensed taxis are rare.

Vehicle Hire: There are several car rental firms operating in Iceland, most with offices in Reykjavik. Cars are usually new and well-maintained. However, car rental can be very expensive on the island.