Travel document guide

• Iceland, our hub and home, is a member of the Schengen area. Citizens of visa-exempt countries can stay within and travel between the Schengen states for up to three months every half a year.
• Citizens of non-exempt countries can apply for a short-term Schengen visa for stays of the same duration. Each country has its own rules when it comes to long-term visas, here you can find Iceland’s.
• Those traveling on a UK passport don’t need a visa to visit Iceland, but their passports must be valid for at least three months from the date of departure from Iceland and issued within the last 10 years.
• Nordic citizens can travel without a passport on Icelandair flights, but they might have to identify themselves or prove their nationality (for example with an identity card).
• Each non-Schengen state will have its own entry requirements, though most share the same basic principles such as proving you have a valid passport, providing biometric data, a legitimate reason to visit, the means to support yourself during your stay, an itinerary, and valid travel or medical insurance.

• People traveling to the UK from visa exempt countries will soon need to apply for an ETA. Countries will be added to the scheme gradually, you can check if you need an ETA on the UK government website.

• Passengers bound for the UK are required to provide their Advance Passenger Information before departure. Don't worry, we'll gather it during check-in.

• If you're a citizen of the Schengen area, entry into the UK requires a passport or other recognized identification document. Ensure it remains valid for the duration of your stay. You don't need to worry about a visa.
• UK citizens, just need a valid passport upon their return home.
• Those registered with a UK Visa and Immigration account, need to ensure it's up-to-date before you head to the UK.

• For those from countries outside of the UK and Schengen area, you can check if you need a visa on the the UK government website.

• Everyone traveling to the US needs to fill out their APIS before departure. You can fill out this info in the Manage booking section on our website.

Manage booking  

• If you're a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or visiting on a visa, don't forget to pack your residency travel documentation, visa, green card, and your valid passport.
• Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries need a valid ESTA for travel. Please apply at least 3 days before departure.

Apply for ESTA 

• If you're from a country that's not part of the Visa Waiver Program and visiting the U.S., you'll generally need a visa.
• Icelandair offers TSA PreCheck®. If you’ve been approved by the TSA, you can add your KTN number to your booking by contacting our service center. Please note that we don’t collect Global Entry information

• At check-in we’ll need to collect API for all passengers traveling to Canada. 

• If you're a citizen or permanent resident of Canada or the US, make sure you've got your permanent resident card or travel document, valid green card, and of course, your valid passport. 

• Citizens from visa-exempt countries, will need to fill out an eTA online before boarding their flight to Canada. 

  Apply for eTA 

• For those from countries without visa exemption, those with a foreign national passport, and stateless individuals, a visa is necessary to visit or transit through Canada. 

• A passport, valid for at least 6 months after planned departure from Israel is necessary for travel there. 

• EU, Iceland, United States, and Canadian citizens don’t need a visa for Israel and can stay there for up to three months for business or tourism. 

• Further information can be found on the Israeli government website.