Iceland
China
China visa for Icelandic citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Icelandic citizens for China, for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at is.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Iceland
ChinaIceland Visa required Iceland visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Iceland to China, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Icelandic citizens can stay in China
Icelandic citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Icelandic citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Kyrgyzstan admit Icelandic citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Icelandic citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Iceland
Chinese citizens need a visa for Iceland, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Icelandic citizens need a visa for China?
No visa is needed by Icelandic citizens for China, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Icelandic citizens stay in China?
Icelandic citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Iceland?
Chinese citizens need a visa for Iceland, obtained before travel.
Can Icelandic citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Icelandic citizens can enter China without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.