Iceland Visa

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Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting Iceland

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

  • A valid Nigerian passport not older than 7 years, with at least six months validity beyond the date you plan to leave Iceland.
  • A passport size photograph (45 X 35 mm) with a white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation. E.g hotel reservations.
  • Documentation showing applicants ties to home country, e.g. Marriage certificate, birth certificate etc.
  • Travel medical Insurance with a coverage of at least 30,000 Euros.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.

Iceland Visa for Nigerians

Facts about Iceland

Iceland is a mountainous island with its capital city in Reykjavik. It has four climate seasons of summer, spring, fall and winter. The peak travel time to visit Iceland is during the summer, for its pleasant weather and outdoor adventures. Iceland is home to majorly the Icelandic ethnic group and a smaller population of polish. The people are predominately Christians, and Icelandic is the official language while English is widely spoken too. Its most popular foods include fish, rye bread, hot dog and Icelandic lamb soup.

Because of the vast landscape of Iceland, air travel is a more convenient means of getting around the country. For public transportation, you can use buses, car rentals, and bicycles. Iceland is generally a safe place for travelers to visit, however it is advised to be careful of petty thieves and night crimes, especially in the capital city.

 Events and festivals you can attend whenever you are visiting Iceland include; Reykjavik Marathon, Reykjavik International Literary Festival, Reykjavik International Film Festival and Iceland Airwaves Music Festival.

Fascinating places of attractions to explore while in Iceland are:

·         Pingvellir National Park: this is a beautiful landscape of water cut lava fields and the home of the world’s longest running parliament.

·         Blue Lagoon: this is a geothermal spa with an outdoor lagoon.

·         Landmannalaugar National Park: this park features the multihued rhyolite mountains, Hekla volcano and extensive lava fields. You can engage in hiking and horse riding here.

·         Dettifoss Waterfall: this is considered the most powerful waterfall in Europe and a breathtaking sight of nature.

There are over 10,000 hotels and apartments to stay in Iceland, so you will be spoiled for choice especially when in Reykjavik.

 

Types of Iceland Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay Fees
N/A

General Requirements for Iceland Visa

  • A valid Nigerian passport not older than 7 years, with at least six months validity beyond the date you plan to leave Iceland.
  • A passport size photograph (45 X 35 mm) with a white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation. E.g hotel reservations.
  • Documentation showing applicants ties to home country, e.g. Marriage certificate, birth certificate etc.
  • Travel medical Insurance with a coverage of at least 30,000 Euros.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.

Iceland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

None

None (USD)

Iceland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Nigeria

Location

Address

Abuja

There is no Iceland Embassy in Nigeria, however, since it is a Schengen state, the Royal Norwegian Embassy handles visa applications on behalf of Iceland.

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