Iceland visa for Indians

The Nordic Island nation, Iceland, is a popular tourist destination among foreign nationals, including Indians. Travelers across the globe visit the country not only for tourism purposes but also for work, business meetings, and family occasions. 

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As an Indian traveler, you need to hold an Iceland visa to enter the country. You need to apply for a visa depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Here are more details about Iceland visas for Indians, including the documents required, the process to apply, and other information.

Types of Iceland Visas for Indians 

The following are the types of Iceland Visas for Indians: 

  1. Individual Tourist Visa 
  2. Business Visa 
  3. Family Visa 
  4. Film Crew, Study, Cultural, or Sport Visa 

Documents Required to Apply for Iceland Visa 

The following are the documents that are required for Indians to apply for Iceland visa: 

  1. Visa application form 
  2. Old passport, if any, along with new passport with minimum six months validity and minimum three blank pages 
  3. Cover letter  
  1. Form 16 or Income Tax Returns for last three years 
  2. Updated and original bank statement for last six months 
  3. Return flight tickets with confirmed status 
  4. Itinerary for each day 
  5. Reservation details of hotel 
  1. Travel insurance with a minimum coverage of EUR30,000 
    Two photographs, with the following specifications: 
  1. Should coloured 
  2. Recent photograph which should not be more than six months old 
  3. Dimension: 3.5x4.5 cm 
  1. Plain white background 
  2. Face should be looking straight and clearly visibly 
  3. Photograph should be taken on good quality paper 

Here is the list of some of the additional supporting documents required for Indians to apply for Iceland visa depending upon specific categories:

Self-employed: 

  1. Partnership deed, MOA, or License of Business registration 
  2. IT return of last three years of the company 
  3. Updated bank statement of last six months 

Employed: 

  1. Salary slips of last three months 
  1. Leave sanctioned certificate by the company with signature and seal 

Student: 

  1. Bonafide certificate 
  2. Identity card of school, college, or institute 

Retired: 

Retirement proof such as bank statement, pension book, etc. 

Business visa: 

  1. Cover letter on company letterhead from an Indian company 
  2. Invitation letter mentioning the purpose of the visit, business details, etc., from the host company 

Friend or relative: 

  1. If spouse or parent living in Iceland, then marriage certificate should be provided 
  2. Invitation letter 
  3. Resident permit or Passport 
  4. Proof of residential address, such as utility bill, electricity bill, etc. 

Minor: 

  1. Proof of identification of the parent or PAN card 
  2. Birth certificate of the minor  
  3. Parent or non-accompanying parent must provide No Objection Certificate on Rs.100 stamp 

Sponsored: 

  1. Bank statement of last six months 
  1. Letter of sponsorship 
  2. National identification proof such as resident permit, passport, or PAN card 

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Iceland Visa Fee 

The following is the list of Iceland visa fees for the respective categories: 

Categories 

Fees 

General applicants 

EUR 80 

Children between 6 to 12 years 

EUR 40 

Applicants from the following nation:Republic of North MacedoniaSerbiaRussian FederationMontenegroUkraineRepublic of MoldovaBosnia & HerzegovinaAlbania 

EUR 35 

Note: The visa fees must be paid by the applicants in local currency only. 

Applicants Exempted from Visa Fee 

The following is the list applicants from the respective categories who will be exempted from visa fees: 

  1. School students and post graduate students visiting for educational training or study accompanied with teachers 
  2. Children below the age of six years 
  1. Individual aged 25 years or below and representing any non-profit organisation, visiting on purpose of conference, cultural or educational events, sports, or seminars 
  2. Researchers from third countries travelling within the community for a short stay and on the purpose of performing scientific research as mentioned under Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 

FAQs on Iceland visa for Indian

  • Is the visa valid for Iceland only?

    No, the visa is not only valid for Iceland but also provides entry to 26 Schengen member states. if Iceland is the country of maximum stay, then the Schengen Visa applications will be accepted by The Iceland Visa Application Center. If you apply for Schengen visa at the Iceland Embassy, then the main stay should be in the Icelandic city only in the Schengen States and you must provide supporting documents for your visit. 

  • How can I contact the Iceland Visa Application Center?

    You can contact the Iceland Visa Application Center by sending an email at visa@utn.is. You can also call the helpline number of the application center such as Bangalore Icelandic Visa Application Centre (+9122-67866064), New Delhi Icelandic Visa Application Centre (+9122-67866064), Kolkata Icelandic Visa Application Centre (+9122 67866064), and Mumbai Icelandic Visa Application Centre (+9122-67866064).   

  • How do I submit my application at the Application Center?

    To submit your application along with the required documents at the Application Center, you must book an appointment. 

  • Do I need to provide a photograph to apply for Iceland visa?

    Yes, you need to provide photograph as per the specifications mentioned for applying for Iceland visa. 

  • Can I apply for my visa if my passport is more than 10 years old?

    Yes, you can apply for your visa if your passport is not more than 10 years. Passports should have at least 3 months validity from the date of return of the scheduled trip. Applicants should make their visa application after renewing their passport. 

  • How many days does it take for my visa application to be processed by the Embassy of Iceland?

    It takes 15 days to process your visa application by the Embassy of Iceland after submitting the documents. 

  • Will the application center give me acknowledgement of the documents that I have submitted?

    No, the application center will not be providing any acknowledgement of the documents after submission except the receipt of the fees. 

  • Can my application be processed on the same day that I submit it at the Iceland Visa Application Center?

    No, your application cannot be processed on the same day when you submit the application at the Iceland Visa Application Center. To process the application on the same day you need authorisation from the embassy or request for Emergency Visa processing under serious medical conditions. Such a request will only be considered after providing documented proof of a medical emergency. 

  • Will I get my visa at the end of the process?

    The receival of visa at the end of the process depends solely upon the f The Embassy of Iceland and the Application Centre cannot neither guarantee the approval of visa nor influence the decision of the embassy. 

  • Will my fees be refunded if my visa is refused?

    No, fees will not be refunded, if your visa is refused or the visa application is unsuccessful. 

  • Is there any time limit to reapply for visa after refusal?

    There is no time limit to reapply for visa after refusal. But it is recommended to keep a note of the reason for early refusal as that might be needed during reapplying for a new visa. 

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