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

- All visa applicants must know that each visa application must include the original of each document and their photocopies, as listed on the website - All visa applications presented will be carefully examined by our visa officer. However, we wish to draw your attention that if you do not submit all the requested documents (originals with their photocopies) the visa will be denied. No exemption will be made. For that reason, we do advise you to prepare your visa application package very carefully in order to avoid any delays. In order to ensure quick and efficient visa processing you must prepare all necessary documentation before you submit the application package to VFS Global. Failing to submit all relevant documentation will result in unnecessary delays or might lead to a refusal of your application. Therefore, please do not approach the visa reception before you have collected all supporting documentation. Personal appearance is requested for applicants applying for a Schengen visa to Iceland for the first time. Information about the application will be shared with the other Schengen countries and applying under false circumstances may affect future applications for the Schengen area. English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. The supporting application documents should be handed in on letter size papers. Please follow the checklist to prepare your documents - Download document checklist - Completed Schengen Visa Harmonized application form - Iceland Application Form - English - Iceland Application Form - Icelandic - Online application visa.government.is ↗. - Confirmation of submitting the online application form must be presented to VFS Global staff by displaying the confirmation email. - One recent colored passport photo - White background and must not be more than 6 months old. - Original passport / Travel document - Must be valid for at least three months after departure from the Schengen area. - Must have been issued within the last ten years. - Must have two blank pages. - Original old passport with current U.S. resident visa (if applicable) and previous Schengen visas with entry and exit stamps for the last 5 years. - Basis for stay in the U.S. - Valid original U.S. Resident Alien Card or valid U.S. resident visa, including I-94 online registration, or - Valid original EAD card. Please submit the I-512L form if the EAD card is not valid for reentry into the U.S. - Students (F1) should also present original I-20 with valid travel endorsement signature. - Exchange visitors (J1) should also present original DS-2019 with valid travel endorsement. - If returning to the U.S., the resident permit/resident visa must be valid for at least three months - exceeding the last day of intended stay in Iceland/Schengen. - Proof of sufficient funds for the intended journey - U.S. bank statements or U.S. credit card statements in your name from the previous 3 months. - The statements must show that you- during the entire trip – have as minimum 8000 ISK per day for staying - in a hotel and 4000 ISK per day if the expenses connected with the stay are borne by third party. - If sponsored by host an guarantee form along with pay slips or bank statement. - Flight booking, Roundtrip flight reservation with PNR confirmation. If the applicant is traveling to several - Schengen countries, proof of intra-Schengen flight or train bookings or car rental booking, include a travel - itinerary specifying travel within the Schengen area. - Hotel/ hostel reservation in your name covering every day of your stay in the Schengen area, or if you intend to - stay with a family member or a friend, proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation from the host. - Travel medical insurance (insurance card is NOT sufficient) the policy must clearly specify: - Must be valid for the entire stay in the Schengen area, including the date of arrival and departure. - Must be valid throughout the territory of the Schengen area. - Minimum medical and repatriation coverage is 30.000 EUR or equivalent in US dollars - Proof of employment, enrolment, financial support - If employed, you must provide a letter from your employer indicating the start of your employment and your job title. - If working dependent visa holder (H4, L2, F2), you must provide a color copy of your EAD card. - If self-employed, you must provide your latest tax returns (1040) and business registration. - If a student without I-20, you must provide proof of enrollment. - If retired, you must provide proof of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or retirement savings or other financial support. - If unemployed, you must provide proof of unemployment benefits or other financial support. - Minors (younger than 18 years) if traveling without one or both parents or guardians: - A signed consent letter including a copy of the parent or guardian’s passport data page. - The signatures on the consent must be notarized. - A birth certificate of the minor must be provided, if necessary, translated into English. - If applicable, other purpose of visit (Visiting family/friends / Business / Conferences) - Visiting family/friends - Signed invitation letter or form from The Directorate of Immigration - Proof of family relations. Additional details for Business/Conference visa applications - Signed invitation from host. - Signed invitation letter from the foreign business partner stating the nature, duration of your stay and - number of entries required. - If you are attending a conference, you must provide confirmation that you have been accepted for the - conference and paid the registration fee. - If you are a student or researcher, a certificate from the receiving institution, stating the length and purpose of the visit. - Minor Applicant: - Minors must submit their birth certificate. If the document is not in English, a notarized copy must be provided. - Valid original U.S. Resident Alien Card (Green card) or a valid U.S. visa including the I-94 online registration or valid original EAD card if it serves as advance parole. The Resident Alien Card, visa or EAD must be valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area. - If the minor is travelling with only one parent, notarized consent of the other parent or guardian, and a signed copy of their passport or other photo ID. In case a person has sole custody or guardianship of the minor, proof of this should be submitted. - If the minor travels alone (without parents), notarized consent, from both parents or legal guardians of the minor; as well as signed copies of the passports or other photo ID of the parents or legal guardians. - All minors must be accompanied by both parents or legal guardians and sign the application form in front of a VFS officer. Except in cases where, the child is traveling with one parent to visit the other parent, who is residing in Iceland. Passport Copy All applications must contain a full colour photocopy of the valid passport - all pages of the passport are required. If there are any valid visas for Schengen or USA/UK/Canada/Australia (issued in last three years) in the old/cancelled passport then a colour photocopy of the visa pages and passport data pages are required. - General Information: - All documents should be provided in letter size. - Please submit only photocopies of all documents, as we do not guarantee the return of any original documents but do carry original documents at the time of submission. The Embassy reserves the right to request the original of any document provided at any point during visa processing. - English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. - The applicants should allow for a processing time of minimum 15 days, excluding the VFS handling time back and forth to the Iceland Embassy.

Download document checklist In order to ensure quick and efficient visa processing you must prepare all necessary documentation before you submit the application package to VFS Global. Failing to submit all relevant documentation will result in unnecessary delays or might lead to a refusal of your application. Therefore, please do not approach the visa reception before you have collected all supporting documentation. Personal appearance is requested for applicants applying for a Schengen visa to Iceland for the first time. Information about the application will be shared with the other Schengen countries and applying under false circumstances may affect future applications for the Schengen area. English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. The supporting application documents should be handed in on letter size papers: - Travel document i. Your passport or travel document must be valid for minimum three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area, ii. It shall contain at least two blank pages, iii. It shall have been issued within the past 10 years, iv. It should not have any observation regarding the front data page. - Application form: Fully completed application form and signed by the applicant. Please note that any incomplete information or false statements could result in delay in the processing of the application. The application form can be filled on online on the following page: Application form (visa.government.is ↗) - Photograph - One recent passport-size photograph in color with a white background and good resemblance. (3.5cm / 4.5cm). The photograph should not be older than six months. (Photo specification (PDF checklist ↗)) - Proof of relationship - Marriage certificate – if the applicant is visiting their spouse who has a permanent residence in Iceland. - Proof of family relationship. - Proof of Legal Residence in the United States - Valid original U.S. Resident Alien Card (Green card) or a valid U.S. visa including the I-94 online registration or valid original EAD card if it serves as advance parole. The Resident Alien Card, visa or EAD must be valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area. - Students: A valid I-20 form (signed by the school within 12 months) or letter from the school on official letterhead with stamp, date, name/position/signature of the countersigning officer with contact information stating the name of the applicant, years of studies and an approval of absence for the duration of travel. - Proof of employment or studies: - Employment: the employer’s letter on official letterhead with contact information, stamp, date, the name and position of the countersigning officer. The letter needs to state the name and position of the applicant, the duration of employment, salary and approval of absence for the duration of travel. - If applicant is self employed he must hand in his latest tax returns (1040) and his business registration. - Students that do not possess a valid I-20 form must provide a proof of enrolment. - Invitation letter: - A signed invitation letter from the Icelandic host containing the name of the invited applicant, purpose of visit, dates of the intended stay, nature of costs being covered (boarding & lodging). - Completely filled form available on the following website of the Icelandic Directorate of Immigration: Invitation form - Minor Applicant - Minors must submit their birth certificate. If the document is not in English, a notarized copy must be provided. - Valid original U.S. Resident Alien Card (Green card) or a valid U.S. visa including the I-94 online registration or valid original EAD card if it serves as advance parole. The Resident Alien Card, visa or EAD must be valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area. - If the minor is travelling with only one parent, notarized consent of the other parent or guardian, and a signed copy of their passport or other photo ID. In case a person has sole custody or guardianship of the minor, proof of this should be submitted. - If the minor travels alone (without parents), notarized consent, from both parents or legal guardians of the minor; as well as signed copies of the passports or other photo ID of the parents or legal guardians. - All minors must be accompanied by both parents or legal guardians and sign the application form in front of a VFS officer. Except in cases where, the child is traveling with one parent to visit the other parent, who is residing in Iceland. - Travel Medical Insurance - You must hold a travel insurance policy to cover possible expenses in connection with a return for all risks e.g. accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation etc. during your stay. The insurance policy must cover all the Schengen countries, and the minimum policy coverage is Euro 30,000 or US Dollar 35,000. The insurance policy must be valid for the entire duration of the intended stay. The validity of the visa may be shortened if the insurance policy does not cover the entire duration of the stay. You must ensure always to have a valid Schengen travel insurance during your stays in the Schengen area. The border authorities may ask to see proof of a valid insurance when you enter Schengen. - Please note: presenting just the copy of the medical insurance card is not sufficient, you need to present a confirmation letter from your insurance company stating clearly that you have international coverage for: any emergency medical expenses, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation for medical reasons.  Proof of means of Transport - Flight reservations of return or round ticket. If applicant is traveling to several Schengen states proof of intra-Schengen Flight reservation, Train Itinerary or Car rental.  Proof of Financial means - Original bank statement showing movements in the last three months, duly stamped and signed by the bank. The account should be in the name of the applicant or the sponsor of the trip. In case of a sponsor, the bank statement should be accompanied by a signed sponsorship letter and a signed copy of the sponsor’s passport. - Retirees must provide proof of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or retirement savings or other financial support. - Unemployed must provide unemployment benefits or other financial support. - Proof of the host is legally residing in Iceland: - If the host is Icelandic, copy of the host‘passport - If the host is an EU citizen, copy of passport and registration in Iceland. - If the host is a third country national copy of passport and valid residence permit in Iceland. If the host holds an expired residence permit, but has applied for renewal, the embassy will make a decision based on the specific details of the situation. - Passport Copy - All applications must contain a full colour photocopy of the valid passport - all pages of the passport are required. - If there are any valid visas for Schengen or USA/UK/Canada/Australia (issued in last three years) in the old/cancelled passport then a colour photocopy of the visa pages and passport data pages are required. - General Information - All documents should be provided in letter size. - Please submit only photocopies of all documents, as we do not guarantee the return of any original documents but do carry original documents at the time of submission. The Embassy reserves the right to request the original of any document provided at any point during visa processing and, if deemed necessary, to interview the applicant. - English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. - The applicants should allow for a processing time of minimum 15 days, excluding the VFS handling time back and forth to the Iceland Embassy.

Download document checklist In order to ensure quick and efficient visa processing you must prepare all necessary documentation before you submit the application package to VFS Global. Failing to submit all relevant documentation will result in unnecessary delays or might lead to a refusal of your application. Therefore, please do not approach the visa reception before you have collected all supporting documentation. Personal appearance is requested for applicants applying for a Schengen visa to Iceland for the first time. Information about the application will be shared with the other Schengen countries and applying under false circumstances may affect future applications for the Schengen area. English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. The supporting application documents should be handed in on letter size papers. - Application form: Fully completed application form and signed by the applicant. Please note that any incomplete information or false statements could result in delay in the processing of the application. The application form can be filled on online on the following page: Application form (visa.government.is ↗) - Photograph - One recent passport-size photograph in color with a white background and good resemblance. (3.5cm / 4.5cm). The photograph should not be older than six months. (Photo specification (PDF checklist ↗)) - Travel document - The Passport should be valid for at least three months (any other type of travel document should be valid for at least six months), beyond the intended duration of stay in the Schengen territory and with at least two blank pages to affix the visa. - Proof of Legal Residence in the United States: - Valid original U.S. Resident Alien Card (Green card) or a valid U.S. visa including the I-94 online registration or valid original EAD card if it serves as advance parole. The Resident Alien Card, visa or EAD must be valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area. - Students: A valid I-20 form (signed by the school within 12 months) or letter from the school on official letterhead with stamp, date, name/position/signature of the countersigning officer with contact information stating the name of the applicant, years of studies and an approval of absence for the duration of travel. - Covering letter - A Covering letter from the US school, organization or company containing following details: - Name of the invited applicant, purpose of visit, dates of the intended stay, nature of costs being covered by host (boarding & lodging). - An outline of the applicant’s itinerary, names and addresses of the schools, organization or company intended to visit. - Invitation letter - A signed invitation letter from the Icelandic school, organization or company containing name of the invited applicants, purpose of visit, dates of the intended stay, nature of costs being covered (boarding & lodging). - Travel Medical Insurance - You must hold a travel insurance policy to cover possible expenses in connection with a return for all risks e.g. accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation etc. during your stay. The insurance policy must cover all the Schengen countries, and the minimum policy coverage is Euro 30,000 or US Dollar 35,000. The insurance policy must be valid for the entire duration of the intended stay. The validity of the visa may be shortened if the insurance policy does not cover the entire duration of the stay. You must ensure always to have a valid Schengen travel insurance during your stays in the Schengen area. The border authorities may ask to see proof of a valid insurance when you enter Schengen. - Please note presenting just the copy of the medical insurance card is not sufficient, you need to present a confirmation letter from your insurance company stating clearly that you have international coverage for: any emergency medical expenses, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation for medical reasons.  Proof of means of Transport - Flight reservations of return or round ticket. If applicant is traveling to several Schengen states proof of intra-Schengen Flight reservation, Train Itinerary or Car rental.  Proof of Lodging - Proof of accommodation: Hotel bookings or accommodation guarantees covering the whole duration of the intended stay.  Proof of Financial means - Evidence of source of Financial support such as: i. Original bank statement showing movements in the last three months, duly stamped and signed by the bank. The account should be in the name of the applicant or the sponsor of the trip. In case of a sponsor, the bank statement should be accompanied by a signed sponsorship letter and a signed copy of the sponsor’s passport. ii. In case applicant is the proprietor / owner of the company, company’s bank statement, the latest tax returns (1040) and the business registration. - Minor Applicant - Minors must submit their birth certificate. If the document is not in English, a notarized copy must be provided. - Valid original U.S. Resident Alien Card (Green card) or a valid U.S. visa including the I-94 online registration or valid original EAD card if it serves as advance parole. The Resident Alien Card, visa or EAD must be valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area. - If the minor is travelling with only one parent, notarized consent of the other parent or guardian, and a signed copy of their passport or other photo ID. In case a person has sole custody or guardianship of the minor, proof of this should be submitted. - If the minor travels alone (without parents), notarized consent, from both parents or legal guardians of the minor; as well as signed copies of the passports or other photo ID of the parents or legal guardians. - All minors must be accompanied by both parents or legal guardians and sign the application form in front of a VFS officer. Except in cases where, the child is traveling with one parent to visit the other parent, who is residing in Iceland. - Passport Copy - All applications must contain a full colour photocopy of the valid passport - all pages of the passport are required. - If there are any valid visas for Schengen or USA/UK/Canada/Australia (issued in last three years) in the old/cancelled passport then a colour photocopy of the visa pages and passport data pages are required. - General Information: - All documents should be provided in letter size. - Please submit only photocopies of all documents, as we do not guarantee the return of any original documents but do carry original documents at the time of submission. The Embassy reserves the right to request the original of any document provided at any point during visa processing and, if deemed necessary, to interview the applicant. - English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. - The applicants should allow for a processing time of minimum 15 days, excluding the VFS handling time back and forth to the Iceland Embassy.

Download document checklist In order to ensure quick and efficient visa processing you must prepare all necessary documentation before you submit the application package to VFS Global. Failing to submit all relevant documentation will result in unnecessary delays or might lead to a refusal of your application. Therefore, please do not approach the visa reception before you have collected all supporting documentation. Personal appearance is requested for applicants applying for a Schengen visa to Iceland for the first time. Information about the application will be shared with the other Schengen countries and applying under false circumstances may affect future applications for the Schengen area. English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. The supporting application documents should be handed in on letter size papers: - Travel document o Your passport or travel document must be valid for minimum three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area, o It shall contain at least two blank pages, o It shall have been issued within the past 10 years, o It should not have any observation regarding the front data page. Application form - Application form: Fully completed application form and signed by the applicant. Please note that any incomplete information or false statements could result in delay in the processing of the application. The application form can be filled on online on the following page: Application form (visa.government.is ↗) - Photograph One recent original passport-size color photograph with white background. Photograph should not be older than six months. ( Photo specification (PDF checklist ↗) ) - Travel Medical Insurance: - You must hold a travel insurance policy to cover possible expenses in connection with a return for all risks e.g. accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation etc. during your stay. The insurance policy must cover all the Schengen countries, and the minimum policy coverage is Euro 30,000 or US Dollar 35,000. The insurance policy must be valid for the entire duration of the intended stay. The validity of the visa may be shortened if the insurance policy does not cover the entire duration of the stay. You must ensure always to have a valid Schengen travel insurance during your stays in the Schengen area. The border authorities may ask to see proof of a valid insurance when you enter Schengen. - Please note presenting just the copy of the medical insurance card is not sufficient, you need to present a confirmation letter from your insurance company stating clearly that you have international coverage for: any emergency medical expenses, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation for medical reasons. - Proof of employment or studies: - Valid original U.S. Resident Alien Card (Green card) or a valid U.S. visa including the I-94 online registration or valid original EAD card if it serves as advance parole. The Resident Alien Card, visa or EAD must be valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area. - Students: A valid I-20 form (signed by the school within 12 months) or letter from the school on official letterhead with stamp, date, name/position/signature of the countersigning officer with contact information stating the name of the applicant, years of studies and an approval of absence for the duration of travel. - Proof of means of Travel - Travel itinerary - Flight reservation of return or one way ticket to one‘country of origin. Please note that the tickets do not have to be paid, only the flight booking needs to be submitted. - If travelling in an organized tour, proof from travel agency or tour operator confirming the booking of the tour. - Visa to the destination country (if required). - Proof of Legal Residence in the United States: - Notarized copy of U.S. Alien Registration Card or other valid resident visa (type A, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, O, or R) valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area. - Students: A valid I-20 form (signed by the school within 12 months) or letter from the school on official letterhead with stamp, date, name/position/signature of the countersigning officer with contact information stating the name of the applicant, years of studies and an approval of absence for the duration of travel. - Proof of employment or studies: - Employment: the employer’s letter on official letterhead with contact information, stamp, date, the name and position of the countersigning officer. The letter needs to state the name and position of the applicant, the duration of employment, salary and approval of absence for the duration of travel. - If applicant is self employed he must hand in his latest tax returns (1040) and his business registration. - Students that do not possess a valid I-20 form must provide a proof of enrolment. - Proof of Financial means: Evidence of source of Financial support such as: - Original bank statement showing movements in the last three months, duly stamped and signed by the bank. The account should be in the name of the applicant or the sponsor of the trip. In case of a sponsor, the bank statement should be accompanied by a signed sponsorship letter and a signed copy of the sponsor’s passport. - In case applicant is the proprietor / owner of the company, company’s bank statement, the latest tax returns (1040) and the business registration. - Retirees must provide proof of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or retirement savings or other financial support. - Unemployed must provide unemployment benefits or other financial support. - Minor Applicant - Minors must submit their birth certificate. If the document is not in English, a notarized copy must be provided. - Valid original U.S. Resident Alien Card (Green card) or a valid U.S. visa including the I-94 online registration or valid original EAD card if it serves as advance parole. The Resident Alien Card, visa or EAD must be valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area. - If the minor is travelling with only one parent, notarized consent of the other parent or guardian, and a signed copy of their passport or other photo ID. In case a person has sole custody or guardianship of the minor, proof of this should be submitted. - If the minor travels alone (without parents), notarized consent, from both parents or legal guardians of the minor; as well as signed copies of the passports or other photo ID of the parents or legal guardians. - All minors must be accompanied by both parents or legal guardians and sign the application form in front of a VFS officer. Except in cases where, the child is traveling with one parent to visit the other parent, who is residing in Iceland. - Passport Copy - All applications must contain a full colour photocopy of the valid passport - all pages of the passport are required. - If there are any valid visas for Schengen or USA/UK/Canada/Australia (issued in last three years) in the old/cancelled passport then a colour photocopy of the visa pages and passport data pages are required. - General Information: - All documents should be provided in letter size. - Please submit only photocopies of all documents, as we do not guarantee the return of any original documents but do carry original documents at the time of submission. The Embassy reserves the right to request the original of any document provided at any point during visa processing. - English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. - The applicants should allow for a processing time of minimum 15 days, excluding the VFS handling time back and forth to the Iceland Embassy.

Download document checklist In order to ensure quick and efficient visa processing you must prepare all necessary documentation before you submit the application package to VFS Global. Failing to submit all relevant documentation will result in unnecessary delays or might lead to a refusal of your application. Therefore, please do not approach the visa reception before you have collected all supporting documentation. Personal appearance is requested for applicants applying for a Schengen visa to Iceland for the first time. Information about the application will be shared with the other Schengen countries and applying under false circumstances may affect future applications for the Schengen area. English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. The supporting application documents should be handed in on letter size papers: - Travel document - The Passport should be valid for at least three months (any other type of travel document should be valid for at least six months), beyond the intended duration of stay in the Schengen territory and with at least two blank pages to affix the visa. - Application form: Fully completed application form and signed by the applicant. Please note that any incomplete information or false statements could result in delay in the processing of the application. The application form can be filled on online on the following page: Application form (visa.government.is ↗) - Valid original U.S. Resident Alien Card (Green card) or a valid U.S. visa including the I-94 online registration or valid original EAD card if it serves as advance parole. The Resident Alien Card, visa or EAD must be valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen area. - Students: A valid I-20 form (signed by the school within 12 months) or letter from the school on official letterhead with stamp, date, name/position/signature of the countersigning officer with contact information stating the name of the applicant, years of studies and an approval of absence for the duration of travel. - Photograph - One recent passport-size photograph in color with a white background and good resemblance. (3.5cm / 4.5cm). The photograph should not be older than six months. (Photo specification (PDF checklist ↗)) - Proof of Legal Residence in the United States - Covering letter - A Covering letter from the US organization or company containing following details: - Name and designation of the applicant and also of the signatory (of managerial or executive level) with signature. - An outline of the applicant’s itinerary, purpose of visit, names and addresses of the companies he/she intends to visit, period & place of intended stay. - Self-employed should submit the latest tax returns (1040) and the business registration. - Working dependent visa holder (H4, L2, F2) must provide color copy of EAD card. - Invitation letter - A signed invitation letter from the Icelandic company containing - Name of the invited applicant, - Purpose of visit, - Dates of the intended stay, - Nature of costs being covered (boarding & lodging). - Completely filled form from the Icelandic Directorate of Immigration available on the following website. Invitation form - Travel Medical Insurance - Overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen-countries. The insurance has to cover the applicant for at least 30,000 Euros or 35.000 US Dollars or equivalent, for all risks e.g. accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation etc. The policy has to clearly specify the period of validity and has to cover the entire duration of the trip including the date of arrival & departure.  Proof of means of Transport - Flight reservations of return or round ticket. If applicant is traveling to several Schengen states proof of intra-Schengen Flight reservation, Train Itinerary or Car rental.  Proof of Lodging - Proof of accommodation: Hotel bookings or accommodation guarantees, covering the whole duration of the intended stay.  Proof of Financial means - Evidence of source of Financial support such as: i. Original bank statement showing movements in the last three months, duly stamped and signed by the bank. The account should be in the name of the applicant or the sponsor of the trip. In case of a sponsor, the bank statement should be accompanied by a signed sponsorship letter and a signed copy of the sponsor’s passport. ii. In case applicant is the proprietor / owner of the company, company’s bank statement, the latest tax returns (1040) and the business registration. - Passport Copy - All applications must contain a full colour photocopy of the valid passport - all pages of the passport are required. - If there are any valid visas for Schengen or USA/UK/Canada/Australia (issued in last three years) in the old/cancelled passport then a colour photocopy of the visa pages and passport data pages are required. - General Information - All documents should be provided in letter size. - Please submit only photocopies of all documents, as we do not guarantee the return of any original documents but do carry original documents at the time of submission. The Embassy reserves the right to request the original of any document provided at any point during visa processing and, if deemed necessary, to interview the applicant. - English translations must accompany the documents not originally in English. - The applicants should allow for a processing time of minimum 15 days, excluding the VFS handling time back and forth to the Iceland Embassy.