Iceland visa requirements for Angolans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Angolans visiting Iceland

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Icelander Visa.

  • Angolan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • The parents or legal guardians have to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken on a white background.
  • Travel document must be completely provided.
  • Proof of financial capability.
  • Proof of accommodation hotel reservations.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country.
  • A police report showing the traveller does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Applicants are to provide proof of the paid visa application fee.

Iceland Visa for Angolans

Facts about Iceland

Iceland is a prime destination for tourists for its nightlife and bars. The country has spas where you can go to and have a relaxing time. Also, there are national parks scattered around the country where tourists can go to partake in a flurry of activities. During winter, the country offers whale watching and awesome delicacies like the fermented shark.

Tourism was a major factor in the resurgence of the Icelandic economy after the period when the banking system in the country systematically failed. The average number of tourists the country receives doubles the entire population of the country. Iceland receives as much as 2 million tourists yearly.

Smoking in public places is not accepted in the country. Anyone caught in the act will be fined.

Types of Iceland Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Transit visa 15 days 90 days
Medical visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Iceland Visa

  • Angolan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • The parents or legal guardians have to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken on a white background.
  • Travel document must be completely provided.
  • Proof of financial capability.
  • Proof of accommodation hotel reservations.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country.
  • A police report showing the traveller does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Applicants are to provide proof of the paid visa application fee.
Iceland Tourist visa Iceland Business visa Iceland Transit visa Iceland Medical visa

Iceland Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa is for those travelling to Iceland for relaxation, sightseeing, and recreational purposes.
  • This visa can also serve as a visitor visa. If you have friends and relatives in the country, you can visit them with this visa.
  • Original passport of the applicant which has a validity of 3 months after the intended date of exit from the country should be submitted. The passport should have two blank pages for necessary stamps and must have been issued within the last 10 years.
  • Application for this visa can be done 3 months but not later than 15 days before the intended date of travel.
  • A letter of invitation from your host in the country should be provided if you are visiting a relative. The home address, telephone number and a valid means of identification of your host should be provided.
  • The letter of invitation must be verified by the Iceland Police Inspectorate.
  • If you are visiting a relative in the country, you are required to show proof of family ties.
  • Angolans who are employed should have a letter from their employer stating approval of their leave and how long the leave is for.
  • For applicants who are self-employed, a copy of their Angolan pin certificate and most recent tax payment certificate should be submitted.
  • In cases of organized tourism, proof of booking of organized trip from host company (i.e. voucher) should be submitted. If the confirmation of booking does not include proof of pre-payment; proof of pre-down-payment is required.
  • A copy of air tickets reservations including return tickets is to be submitted to the embassy. sometimes the original copy might be requested.
  • Proof of hotel reservation or accommodation should be provided.
  • Proof of financial sufficiency in form of bank statement or travellers cheque that covers the duration of stay should be submitted.
  • Applicants of this visa should be able to provide proof of being able to afford a minimum of 1100 ISK every day of their stay in the country if the total duration of their visit is not more than 30 days. If their stay in Iceland is going to be for more than 30 days, they should be able to afford 33000 ISK. 
  • Applicants travelling with minors are to submit a copy of the original birth certificate of the minor alongside a written consent letter from either one or both parents of the minor.
  • In all such cases, the parent legal guardian's passport copy should be provided.
  • With this visa, foreigners are not allowed to study or be employed during their time in the country.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fees should be provided.
  • Overstaying your visa is prohibited. You should leave the country as soon as your visa expires.
  • The visa costs €60.

Iceland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Business visa is meant for foreigners who are visiting Iceland with the aim of meeting up with business partners in the country.
  • Business-oriented travellers can meet up with their associates for business meetings and to sign and negotiate contracts.
  • Holders of this visa can attend conferences, business summits, and trade fairs while they are in the country.
  • A detailed letter of invitation from the company you will be visiting Iceland should be provided. The company address and the duration of your visit should be stated in detail in the letter.
  • Letter from your employer in Angola stating allowance of your business travel is required. The purpose and duration of the visit should be clearly stated.
  • For private business owners, a copy of their Angolan pin certificate should be submitted along with their recent tax statements.
  • Proof of previous trade relations between the companies should be provided if any.
  • The certificate of business registration of the company you are meeting with in the country should be provided.
  • Whether it is the employer or the partner company in Iceland that is covering the applicant’s expenses, it should be stated in the letter of invitation.
  • Holders of this visa are neither allowed to study nor be paid for the services they render whilst they are in the country.
  • Minors should ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • If the applicant is not an Angolan, then a copy of his/her Angolan stay permit should be provided.
  • Proof that you have the incentive of returning to your country is required.
  • Proof of visa application fee payment should be submitted.
  • Proof of medical insurance acceptable in Iceland.

Iceland Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for foreigners who are not in the best health condition and require medical treatment in the country.
  • A medical report from your doctor in Angola stating the type of illness and the reason the treatment should be gotten from Iceland.
  • Also, the doctor in Iceland should provide a letter stating that the patient is accepted and the treatment can be performed. The nature of the treatment and the intended time of recovery should be stated.
  • A document that shows an estimated time of recovery should be sent to the embassy by your physician.
  • Your employer in Angola should provide a letter stating allowance of leave. The term of employment and the purpose of the trip should be provided.
  • Information stating who will be financially responsible for the applicant during his stay in the country should be provided.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.
  • Persons accompanying the applicant will apply for a Schengen visa under the modality Private visit
  • Proof of full or part payment of medical fee should be provided.
  • Proof of paid visa application fee is required.
  • Applicants of this visa cannot enroll to study in one of the institutions of learning in the country.
  • You are expected to leave the country at the end of your treatment.
  • Holders are not allowed to take up permanent residence in the country.

Iceland Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows foreigners to make short stays in the country.
  • Applicants of this visa intend transiting through Iceland to their destination country.
  • Visa and flight ticket of your destination country should be presented during the visa application process.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the unabridged original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
  • You are not allowed to study or work during your time in the country.
  • You must have a clean criminal record.
  • The visa is valid for 5 days.
  • You are required to exit the country before the expiration of your visa.
  • There is no extension to the transit visa.

Iceland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (USD)

Business visa

60.00 (USD)

Transit visa

60.00 (USD)

Medical visa

60.00 (USD)

Iceland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Angola

Location

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There is currently no Embassy of Iceland in Angola. Applicants are to visit a neighboring country for their visa applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Iceland?

Iceland has an area of 40 thousand square miles and a population of  350,000 people, most of whom live in Reykjavik.

What currency is used in Iceland?

The Icelandic króna (ISK). 100 ISK is worth approximately $1 USD.

How do I say hello in Iceland?

Halló is the Icelandic word for hello.

What is the coldest month in Iceland?

The coldest month in Iceland is January but in some locations, especially north, February is the coldest. The mean temperature for Reykjavik in January which is the coldest month is around 0 C°