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Travelers from the following regions can enter Iceland using just a national ID card:
Please ensure your ID card is valid for the duration of your stay.
Most international travelers can enter Iceland with a valid passport. Here's what you should know:
Travelers from many countries, including but not limited to:
Can enter Iceland without a visa for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Citizens from countries not listed above might need to obtain a visa before traveling to Iceland. Always check the latest visa requirements based on your nationality.
Remember, even if a visa isn't required, your passport should typically be valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure date from the Schengen area.
Iceland does not operate a vignette system like some European countries. However, there are tolls on certain roads:
Iceland has a temperate maritime climate but is known for its unpredictable weather:
Temperatures range from 10°C to 20°C (50°F to 68°F), with the midnight sun providing extended daylight hours.
Winter temperatures typically range from -5°C to 5°C (23°F to 41°F). Snow is common, and days are significantly shorter.
These transitional seasons can have temperatures from 0°C to 10°C (32°F to 50°F), with varying daylight and weather conditions.
The official currency of Iceland is the Icelandic Króna (ISK), symbolized as kr.
Icelandic Króna banknotes come in denominations of 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, and 10,000 ISK. Coins are available in 1, 5, 10, 50, and 100 ISK.
Currency exchange services are available at airports, banks, and some hotels. However, it's often not necessary to exchange cash as credit and debit cards are widely accepted, even for small transactions.
Credit and debit cards are used almost everywhere in Iceland, including remote areas. Visa and MasterCard are commonly accepted, with American Express and others less so.
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