German visa for Icelandic citizens
A visa is NOT required for Icelandic passport holders visiting Germany for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Icelandic citizens to enter Germany for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Germany e-visa for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Germany visa on arrival for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
Germany tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Icelandic passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Germany.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Germany.
If you are looking for Germany visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Iceland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Germany nearest your place of residence.
- Reykjavik: The Embassy of Germany in Reykjavik, Iceland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 2 minutes)
- Seydisfjordur: The Honorary Consulate of Germany in Seydisfjordur, Iceland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 2 minutes)
- Akureyri: The Honorary Consulate of Germany in Akureyri, Iceland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 2 minutes)
Germany visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Germany diplomatic mission offices to Iceland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iceland traveling to Germany from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iceland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 64,698 | N/A |
| 2009 | 62,972 | -2.67% |
| 2010 | 69,875 | 10.96% |
| 2011 | 73,772 | 5.58% |
| 2012 | 79,069 | 7.18% |
| 2013 | 82,017 | 3.73% |
| 2014 | 85,797 | 4.61% |
| 2015 | 90,922 | 5.97% |
| 2016 | 92,443 | 1.67% |
| 2017 | 97,375 | 5.34% |
| 2018 | 101,091 | 3.82% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Germany & Iceland comparison
Germany's area is approximately 348,560 km2 (134,579 sq mi), while the area of Iceland is approximately 100,250 km2 (38,706 sq mi). This means Iceland is 3.48 times smaller than Germany.
As of April 2024, Germany's population is ~84.9 million people - 84,506,261 more people than the population of Iceland.
We have highlighted Germany & Iceland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Germany | Iceland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 84,856,376 | 350,115 | 84.5 million more people live in Germany than Iceland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 227 | 25 | Germany has 202 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iceland. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 145 | 138 | Germany passport holders can visit 7 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 593 | 54 | German hosts 539 more foreign missions than Iceland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iceland travel to Germany in one year?
The number of visitors from Iceland visiting Germany in 2018 was approximately 101,091.
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