Iceland visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Rwandans visiting Iceland

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

  • Fill it completely and with sincerity. You can also fill the Schengen Visa application form electronically and then print a hard-copy.
  • 2 photos must be attached; the photo should be of passport format – a recent whole-face capture with a light background
  • Your passport and copies of your previous visas – valid for at least 3 months beyond the return date – are required. Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
  • Travel health insurance confirmation of a minimum of 30,000 € coverage within Iceland and the entire Schengen area.
  • 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 reservations 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.
  • As the European Commission communicates, a foreign national, according to the Icelandic Law when applying for an Icelandic Visa, must attest owning an amount of subsistence of 4,000 ISK or 28.83€/day to the Icelandic Embassy or Consulate. While the amount of money required for each entry to the territory of Iceland is 20,000 ISK or 144.13€.

Iceland Visa for Rwandans

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 90 days
Tourist visa 10 days 90 days

General Requirements for Iceland Visa

  • Fill it completely and with sincerity. You can also fill the Schengen Visa application form electronically and then print a hard-copy.
  • 2 photos must be attached; the photo should be of passport format – a recent whole-face capture with a light background
  • Your passport and copies of your previous visas – valid for at least 3 months beyond the return date – are required. Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
  • Travel health insurance confirmation of a minimum of 30,000 € coverage within Iceland and the entire Schengen area.
  • 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 reservations 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.
  • As the European Commission communicates, a foreign national, according to the Icelandic Law when applying for an Icelandic Visa, must attest owning an amount of subsistence of 4,000 ISK or 28.83€/day to the Icelandic Embassy or Consulate. While the amount of money required for each entry to the territory of Iceland is 20,000 ISK or 144.13€.
Iceland Business visa Iceland Student visa Iceland Tourist visa

Iceland Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Visa application form. Fully completed with correct information, printed and signed at the end.
  • Two recent photos. Taken within the last three months, in compliance with the Schengen visa photo criteria.
  • Valid passport. No older than ten years and with a minimum validity of three months beyond your planned stay in Schengen. It must have at least two blank pages in order to be able to affix the visa sticker.
  • Roundtrip reservation or itinerary. A document that includes dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from the Schengen area. 
  • Travel Health Insurance. Evidence that you have purchased health insurance that covers medical emergencies with a minimum of €30,000, for your whole period of stay.
  • Proof of accommodation. Evidence that shows where you will be staying throughout your time in Schengen. This could be a hotel
  • Letter of tour organizer If you will be traveling with a tour agency.
  • Proof of financial means. Evidence that shows you have enough money to support yourself throughout your stay in Schengen. This could be a bank account statement.

Iceland Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Student Visa Application Form
  • Proof of registration at the university
  • Medical Insurance details
  • A secure housing certificate
  • Medical certificate 
  • Criminal record certificate
  • Proof of Financial Support (i.e Bank statements) amounting to EUR 1,434 per month
  • Photocopy of passport
  • One (1) passport-sized photograph
  • Receipt for payment of the residence permit application
  • Proof that you have the financial resources to sponsor your studies and entire stay in Iceland, you must provide recent payslips and certified bank account statements for the last 3 months. If someone else will be sponsoring your study/research, you should instead provide a letter signed by the sponsor and a copy of their passport showing their signature.

Iceland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Iceland Business 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 guidelines and specifications.
  • 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.
  • Copy of passport pages.
  • Complete travel itinerary for your trip to Iceland. This document must contain your  flight name, departure/arrival timings along with dates, your flight code, and your flight reservation/booking numbers.
  • Travel Medical Insurance that covers 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. As an employment contract, bank statements, etc.
  • 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 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.

Iceland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

60.00 (USD)

Student visa

60.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

74.00 (USD)

Iceland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Rwanda

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There is currently no Embassy of Iceland in Rwanda. Applicants are to visit the Iceland Embassy in Kenya for their applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How populous is Iceland?

Iceland is the 17th-most-populous European island by population (305,001). Most of the population lives in the capital, Reykjavik, which runs on geothermal power and is home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history.

I don’t speak Icelandic. Can I travel independently?

Most adults in Iceland are fluent in English. In fact, finding someone who doesn’t speak English, especially in the service industry is extremely rare. 

Is Iceland a safe place to visit?

Iceland is one of the safest countries in the world. Crime rate is extremely low and medical care is excellent. However, it is necessary to take precaution when travelling in Iceland due to natural hazards caused by weather and nature.

What the official currency of Iceland?

The currency in Iceland is called Icelandic króna, written as  ISK