🇮🇸Iceland Visa for Japanese Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa-free90 days max stay

No — Japanese passport holders do not need a visa for Iceland. Entry is visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.

Schengen Annex II visa-exempt (EU Regulation 2018/1806). 90 days in any 180-day period. ETIAS pre-travel authorization will also be required once ETIAS launches (expected Q4 2026, not yet in force as of June 2026).

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Entering Iceland on a Japanese passport

  • → Travel with just your valid Japanese passport. No visa or prior application needed.
  • → See the exact document checklist for Japanese applicants — only needed if you apply for a longer-stay visa.

Iceland visa documents for Japanese applicants

No visa documents are needed for a short visit — Japanese citizens enter Iceland with just a valid passport. If you apply for a longer-stay visa, these are the exact documents required, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

touristFamily Or Friends Visit

Check list for Visiting Family and Friends

transitTransit

Check list for Transit Visa

studentCultural, Study And Sports Events

Check list for Sports And Cultural Events

touristTourism

Check list for Tourism Visa

otherLong Term (D Visa)

Approval Letter Valid Passport Two Latest Photographs

businessBusiness

Check list for Business Visa

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Iceland visa for Japanese citizens — FAQ

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Iceland?

No — Japanese passport holders do not need a visa for Iceland. Entry is visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.

How long can Japanese citizens stay in Iceland?

Japanese passport holders can stay in Iceland for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.

What documents do Japanese citizens need for Iceland?

A valid passport is all Japanese citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 90 days). If you apply for a longer-stay visa, Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

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