🇮🇸 Iceland passport 🇺🇸 United States
Travel authorisation needed
An online approval you must hold before you board
Iceland passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation for United States — an online approval you apply for and must hold before you board.
Our data doesn't record the permitted stay, fee or processing time for this route — check the official page before you apply.
Source: the open Passport Index dataset, with corrections checked against official government sites. How we source this · Report an error
Getting a travel authorisation for United States
What this usually involves for a travel authorisation — not a checklist researched for Iceland passport holders specifically. The official page has the exact list.
What you'll typically need 6 items
- Scanned copy of passport bio-data page
- Recent passport-sized photo (white background)
- Travel itinerary / flight details
- Proof of accommodation
- Valid email address for delivery
- Credit/debit card for payment
Steps 6 steps
- Visit the official eVisa portal for the destination country
- Create an account and complete the online application form
- Upload required documents and photo
- Pay the visa fee online
- Wait for approval email — processing time varies by country
- Download and print your eVisa approval to show at immigration
Before you board for United States
Beyond the visa itself, these are what travellers most often get turned away for:
- Passport validityValid for duration of stay (some nationalities need 6 months)
- Onward or return ticket RequiredOnward/return ticket required; no stated intention to immigrate
- Proof of funds RequiredOfficers may ask for bank statements or cash proof at border
- Travel insurance RecommendedUS healthcare is very expensive — insurance strongly advised
- COVID-19 Recommended
- Routine vaccines Recommended
- ESTA must be approved before boarding — apply at least 72 hours in advance
- Visa Waiver Program allows up to 90 days; cannot be extended
- Declare all food, plant material, and goods over USD 800 on arrival
Requirements can vary by nationality and change without notice — confirm with the official sources before you travel.
Official sources
Always confirm with United States's own government before you travel:
- United States official visa information ↗ travel.state.gov
- United States embassies & consulates ↗ usembassy.gov
Keep going
About United States
From the Grand Canyon to New York City — boundless landscapes, cultures, and the American Dream
- Capital
- Washington, D.C.
- Currency
- US Dollar ($)
- Language
- English
- Time zone
- Multiple (EST to HST)
- Best time to visit
- Year-round (varies by region)
Common questions
Do Iceland citizens need a visa to visit United States?
Iceland passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation for United States — an online approval you apply for and must hold before you board.
How long can Iceland passport holders stay in United States?
Our data doesn't record the permitted stay for this route. Check United States's official visa information before you travel.
How much does a United States visa cost for Iceland citizens?
Our data doesn't record the fee for this route. Fees change often — check United States's official visa information before you apply.
How long must my passport be valid to enter United States?
Valid for duration of stay (some nationalities need 6 months)
Does United States give visas to Iceland citizens?
United States requires Iceland citizens to hold an electronic travel authorisation, applied for online and approved before you board.
Where can Iceland citizens find official United States visa information?
On United States's official site: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas.html