Iceland visa requirements for Filipinos

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting Iceland

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

  • Completely filled visa application form with sincerity. 
  • Two recent passport photographs size (35mm x 45mm) must be attached showing the whole-face captured with a light background.
  • Your passport and copies of your previous visas, valid for at least 3 months beyond return date are required. Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
  • Travel health insurance.
  • A cover letter stating the purpose of your travel to Iceland and itinerary
  • Flight Itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Iceland
  • Hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Iceland.
  • Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Iceland.
  • Payment of visa fee.

Iceland Visa for Filipinos

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
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days 6 months
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Work visa 90 days 6 months

General Requirements for Iceland Visa

  • Completely filled visa application form with sincerity. 
  • Two recent passport photographs size (35mm x 45mm) must be attached showing the whole-face captured with a light background.
  • Your passport and copies of your previous visas, valid for at least 3 months beyond return date are required. Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
  • Travel health insurance.
  • A cover letter stating the purpose of your travel to Iceland and itinerary
  • Flight Itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Iceland
  • Hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Iceland.
  • Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Iceland.
  • Payment of visa fee.
Iceland Business visa Iceland Student visa Iceland Tourist visa Iceland Work visa

Iceland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling for a business purpose in Iceland.
  • A valid passport with a minimum of six months ahead of your stay in Iceland.
  • Hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Iceland.
  • Flight Itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Iceland
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Iceland.
  • A cover letter stating the purpose of your travel to Iceland.
  • Travel health insurance confirmation of minimum 30,000 € coverage within Iceland and the entire Schengen area.
  • A cover letter from the sending organization/company containing the following details:
  • Your name and designation
  • An outline of your itinerary, the purpose of visit, names, and addresses of the companies you intend to visit, period and place of the intended stay.
  • A signed invitation letter from the company in Iceland containing your name, purpose of visit, dates of the intended stay, nature of costs being covered.
  • Two copies of passport photograph (35mm x 45mm) with a white background.

Iceland Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Iceland for studies.
  • A completely filed student visa application form
  • Proof of registration at the university
  • Medical Insurance details
  • A secure housing certificate
  • Medical certificate (if required)
  • Criminal record certificate
  • Proof of financial support (i.e Bank statements).
  • Original and photocopy of a valid passport.
  • Two passport-sized photographs.
  • Receipt for payment of the residence permit application.

Iceland Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Iceland for tourism.
  • Iceland tourist visa application form printed twice and signed at the end.
  • Two passport-size photographs. Make sure your photos comply with the rest of the Schengen visa photo requirements.
  • Your valid passport with at least two blank pages, a minimum validity of three more months beyond the date you leave Iceland and issued within the last 10 years.
  • A complete travel itinerary for your trip to Iceland. This document must contain your flight name, departure/arrival timings along with with dates, your flight code, and your flight reservation/booking numbers.
  • Travel Medical Insurance for your entire stay in Iceland. For any health incident in Iceland and the whole Schengen area, with a minimum coverage of €30,000.
  • Proof of employment status. 
  • Proof of financial means. Bank statements confirming you have a minimum of 145€ per each entry, and around 29€ per each day that you plan to spend in Iceland.
  • A cover letter. In this letter, you should introduce yourself, explain the purpose of your trip, as well as the intended duration of your stay in Iceland.
  • Proof of accommodation in Iceland. The authorities responsible for issuing Iceland visas want to know where you will be staying during your trip to Iceland.
  • A clean criminal track from the police.
  • Invitation letter by a host in Iceland. If you plan on staying at a friend or a family owner residing in Iceland, you will need an invitation letter signed by this host.
  • Your passport and copies of your previous visas, valid for at least 3 months beyond return date are required. 

Iceland Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to work in an organization in Iceland.
  • Two passport photographs (35mm x 45mm) with a white background.
  • Educational qualifications and certificate of experience.
  • A resident permit
  • Evidence of letter of employment signed by both the employer and employee.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • A curriculum vitae should be provided.
  • A passport that is valid for at least a period of 6 months from the date of submission of the visa application
  • A duly filled and signed work visa application form and the fees for the application.
  • Payment of visa fee and air ticket.
  • A clean criminal record is required.
  • Health insurance is required.
  • Proof of sufficient funds to support travel.
  • Flight Itinerary.
  • Proof of accommodation.

Iceland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

60.00 (ISK)

Student visa

4500.00 (ISK)

Tourist visa

60.00 (ISK)

Work visa

4500.00 (ISK)

Iceland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Philippines

Location

Address

Makati

Consulate of Iceland in Manila 17th Floor, L.V. Locsin Building Ayala Avenue corner Makati Avenue Makati City 1226, Philippines.

elizabeth.sy@sm.com

+632 556 0998

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of mobile network operator is used in Iceland?

There are two main mobile network operators in Iceland, Síminn and Vodafone. Together they cover most of Iceland including all towns and villages with over 200 inhabitants. Both companies sell SIM cards for pre-paid GSM/GPRS services. Pre-paid refill (top-up) cards are available at petrol stations around the country.


What language is spoken in Iceland?
The official language of Iceland is an Indo-European language of the North Germanic languages. The language is closely related to Faroese and Norwegian with minor differences resulting from Celtic influence in the ancient Icelandic literature.

What is Iceland known for producing?

The economy of Iceland is known for its fish processing, aluminum smelting, ferrosilicon production, geothermal power, hydropower. Aluminum 39%, Seafood products 35%, other animal products, ferrosilicon, medicaments, orthopedic appliances.

Is Iceland cold all year round?

No. In winter Iceland is not so cold, in fact, the average temperature in plains and coasts is around the freezing point. This means that the temperatures can exceed 0 °C (32 °F) quite often even in winter, and rain instead of snow can fall. Summer is very cool throughout Iceland.