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US Embassy in Iceland

1 embassy

The United States is represented in Iceland by 1 mission: an embassy in Reykjavik. Icelandic citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United States, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days.

US Embassy in Reykjavik

At Engjateigur 7, 105 Reykjavík, the US embassy represents the United States towards Iceland. Its phone number and website are on its page.

United States visa for Icelandic citizens

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United StatesIceland Visa-free, 90 days Iceland visa for citizens of the United States

United States visa requirements for citizens of Iceland

  • ESTA – travel under the Visa Waiver Program
  • Fee: US$41
  • 2 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Before flying to the United States, Icelandic citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed. The application is made online on the official portal of the United States, not at the US embassy.

Iceland’s missions in the United States

Missions of Iceland in the United States (2)

In return, Iceland has 2 missions in the United States, including its embassy in Washington D.C.

Good to know

The United States in Iceland

Worldwide, the United States has 314 missions in 179 countries; one of them is in Iceland.

Travel to Iceland for US citizens

US citizens can visit Iceland without a visa for up to 90 days. In Iceland, US citizens can turn to the US embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the US embassy in Iceland is closed

The US embassy in Iceland closes on Iceland’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Eve (Aðfangadagur) on Thursday 24 December 2026, Christmas Day (Jóladagur) on Friday 25 December 2026 and St. Stephen's Day (Annar í jólum) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of the United States, such as Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the US embassy in Iceland?

The US embassy is in Reykjavik, at Engjateigur 7, 105 Reykjavík.

Do Icelandic citizens need a visa for the United States?

Before flying to the United States, Icelandic citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.

Do US citizens need a visa for Iceland?

No visa is needed by US citizens for Iceland, for stays of up to 90 days.

Does Iceland have an embassy in the United States?

Yes, Iceland has its embassy in Washington D.C., along with 1 other mission in the United States.