Iceland family visa

Qualifying family members of European single market citizens can enter Iceland without a visa using a family residence card. Longer residence follows separate rules.

Ways to get a Iceland family visa

Visa-free entry with a family residence card
No visa needed
Family members of European single market citizens who hold a qualifying residence card and valid travel document.
Stay
Up to three months.
Family member visa at the border
Visa on arrival
In principle, a family member of a European single market citizen who does not meet the residence card exemption can obtain a visa at the border by proving the relationship.
1. Present evidence of your qualifying family relationship at the border checkpoint.
2. Request entry permission under the family member rules.

Who needs it

Family members who do not meet an exemption may need a visa or residence permission.

Who doesn't

Family members of any nationality can qualify with a valid travel document and a residence card showing their family status.

What to bring

A valid travel document.
A residence card showing that you are a family member of a European single market citizen.

Good to know

Generally, accompany or join your European single market family member.
A qualifying family residence card issued by a Schengen country also allows travel to another Schengen country independently.
Detailed Icelandic family reunification and residence procedures are not given.

Questions

Do I need a family visa for Iceland?

Family members who do not meet an exemption may need a visa or residence permission. Family members of any nationality can qualify with a valid travel document and a residence card showing their family status.

What are the ways to get a family visa for Iceland?

There are 2 options: Visa-free entry with a family residence card (no visa at all); Family member visa at the border (a visa at the border).

Who can go to Iceland without a family visa?

Family members of European single market citizens who hold a qualifying residence card and valid travel document.

How long can I stay on a Iceland family visa?

Up to three months under the family residence card exemption.

What documents do I need for a Iceland family visa?

A valid travel document.; A residence card showing that you are a family member of a European single market citizen..

What rules do I have to follow on a Iceland family visa?

Generally, accompany or join your European single market family member. A qualifying family residence card issued by a Schengen country also allows travel to another Schengen country independently.

Does my passport change whether I need a family visa for Iceland?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Iceland visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a family visa for Iceland be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Iceland family visa rules?

On Iceland's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my family visa once I am in Iceland?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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