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As of March 18, 2021, all travelers to Iceland, regardless of origin, are required to show proof of full vaccination via one of the official accepted forms or an accepted document showing prior COVID-19 infection. An electronic vaccination card should be sufficient, but it is recommended to carry the original. All travelers are also required to take a COVID-19 test upon arrival at the airport in Iceland. The CDC and U.S. State Department advise against traveling to Iceland unless fully vaccinated.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Proof of vaccination required | Yes |
| Accepted vaccines | Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) |
| Proof of previous infection accepted? | Yes, with a positive PCR test that is at least 14 days old prior to the travel date |
| Proof of vaccination format | Original physical copy, photocopy, digital photo, electronic card, or QR code |
| COVID-19 test required upon arrival | Yes |
| Quarantine required | No |
| Social distancing required | Yes |
| Mask required | Yes |
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What You'll Learn
- A digital or physical copy of your vaccination certificate is required
- Accepted vaccines include Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca, and Johnson & Johnson (Janssen)
- Proof of previous infection is accepted, shown via a positive PCR test
- All visitors to Iceland must preregister before entering the country
- You must wear a mask, social distance, and follow other COVID-19 guidelines
A digital or physical copy of your vaccination certificate is required
As of 18 March 2021, all travellers—regardless of origin—are welcome to visit Iceland if they can show proof of vaccination or previous infection. This means that travel is allowed from non-EEA areas, including the US, Canada, the UK, and Asia.
To enter Iceland, you must show proof of one of two things: a full COVID-19 vaccination via one of the official accepted forms, or an accepted document that shows prior COVID-19 infection. A digital or physical copy of your vaccination certificate is required. This can be in the form of a photocopy, a digital photo, or an electronic card. You can also use a QR code from your state or province, as some places have digital vaccination records.
Proof of previous infection can be shown with a valid antibody test or a positive PCR test that is at least 14 days old before the travel date. Antibody and PCR tests must come from a valid EEA/EFTA country. However, proof of valid full vaccination may come from any country. All visitors to Iceland, including children, need to pre-register on this website before entering the country.
Upon landing at the airport in Iceland, all travellers are required to take a COVID-19 test (free of charge). You can head to your accommodations after but must remain there while you wait for the results, which usually arrive within 6 to 24 hours. After a negative result, you are free to explore the country. There is no need to quarantine or take another PCR test 5 or 6 days later.
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Accepted vaccines include Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca, and Johnson & Johnson (Janssen)
As of 26 April 2021, the U.S. State Department listed Iceland as a Level 3 Travel Health Notice country, indicating a "high level of COVID-19 in (the) country". The CDC advises that if you must travel to Iceland, you should get fully vaccinated before travelling. All travellers are required to wear masks, stay six feet from others, avoid crowds, and wash their hands. Social distancing rules are also in place in Iceland.
To enter Iceland, you must show proof of one of two things: full COVID-19 vaccination or proof of previous COVID-19 infection. Accepted vaccines include Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca, and Johnson & Johnson (Janssen). You must provide proof of vaccination via one of the official accepted forms.
Proof of previous infection can be demonstrated with a positive PCR test that is at least 14 days old prior to the travel date. Antibody and PCR tests must come from a valid EEA/EFTA country. It is important to note that documented laboratory results are required for proof of previous infection; clinical diagnoses and rapid diagnostic tests (antigen or antibody tests) are not accepted.
All visitors to Iceland, including children, must preregister on this website before entering the country. A COVID-19 PCR test is not required to board your flight to Iceland, as long as you are vaccinated or can prove previous infection. However, upon arrival in Iceland, all travellers are required to take a COVID-19 test (free of charge) at the airport. You can proceed to your accommodations but must remain there until you receive a negative test result, which is typically available within 6 to 24 hours. After receiving a negative test result, you are free to explore Iceland without the need to quarantine or take another PCR test.
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Proof of previous infection is accepted, shown via a positive PCR test
As of April 26, 2021, the U.S. State Department lists Iceland as a Level 3 Travel Health Notice country, indicating a "high level of COVID-19 in the country." The CDC advises that if you must travel to Iceland, you should get fully vaccinated before travelling. All travellers should wear a mask, stay six feet from others, avoid crowds, and wash their hands frequently.
Proof of previous COVID-19 infection is accepted in Iceland, shown via a positive PCR test that is at least 14 days old before the travel date. This must be a valid PCR test from an EEA/EFTA country, and documented laboratory results are required—clinical diagnoses and rapid diagnostic tests (antigen or antibody tests) are not accepted.
All visitors to Iceland, including children, must preregister on the official website before entering the country. A COVID-19 PCR test is not required to board your flight to Iceland if you can prove previous infection. However, upon arrival in Iceland, all travellers must take a free COVID-19 test at the airport and proceed to their accommodations to await the results, usually available within 6 to 24 hours. Once a negative result is received, travellers are free to explore the country without the need to quarantine.
It is important to note that negative COVID-19 tests are required to enter the United States from Iceland, including for fully vaccinated travellers. This test must be taken within 72 hours of departure from Iceland.
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All visitors to Iceland must preregister before entering the country
As of April 26, 2021, the U.S. State Department lists Iceland as a Level 3 Travel Health Notice country, indicating a "high level of COVID-19 in (the) country." The CDC advises that if you must travel to Iceland, you should get fully vaccinated before your trip. All travelers should wear masks, maintain a distance of six feet from others, avoid crowds, and wash their hands frequently. Social distancing rules were in place in Iceland until at least May 5, 2021, with updates to be announced on the country's official COVID-19 page.
To enter Iceland, you must show proof of one of the following: a full COVID-19 vaccination (Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca, or Johnson & Johnson) or prior COVID-19 infection (a positive PCR test at least 14 days old). Proof of vaccination can come from any country, while proof of prior infection must come from a valid EEA/EFTA country. For U.S. citizens, a California QR code and digital vaccination record may be sufficient. It is recommended that you carry the original proof of vaccination until there is an official certification recognized in Iceland, such as the EU version.
All visitors to Iceland, including children, must preregister on a designated website before entering the country. Additionally, all travelers are required to take a free COVID-19 test upon arrival at the airport in Iceland. You can proceed to your accommodations but must remain there until you receive a negative test result, typically within 6 to 24 hours. After receiving a negative result, you are free to explore Iceland without any quarantine requirements.
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You must wear a mask, social distance, and follow other COVID-19 guidelines
As of April 26, 2021, the U.S. State Department lists Iceland as a Level 3 Travel Health Notice, indicating a "high level of COVID-19 in the country." The CDC advises against travelling to Iceland, but if you must travel there, it recommends getting fully vaccinated before your trip.
Iceland has implemented specific measures to curb the spread of COVID-19, and all travellers are expected to adhere to these guidelines. Here are some critical instructions to follow:
Wearing Masks
Wearing a mask is mandatory in Iceland, especially in indoor public spaces. Ensure that your mask covers your nose and mouth at all times when in public areas. This includes places like grocery stores and shops, and airports.
Social Distancing
Maintain a distance of at least six feet (two metres) from others whenever possible. Avoid close contact with people outside your travel group, especially in crowded areas.
Hand Hygiene
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser. Carry hand sanitiser with you and use it when you don't have access to a sink.
COVID-19 Testing and Proof of Vaccination
All travellers to Iceland are required to take a COVID-19 test upon arrival at the airport. This test is provided free of charge. You can proceed to your accommodations while awaiting your test results, which will be sent to you via email or SMS within 6 to 24 hours. If your test result is negative, you are free to explore the country without the need for further quarantine.
To enter Iceland, you must provide proof of one of the following:
- Full COVID-19 vaccination (Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca, or Johnson & Johnson) through one of the official accepted forms.
- Prior COVID-19 infection with documented laboratory results, such as a positive PCR test that is at least 14 days old before your travel date. Antibody tests, clinical diagnoses, and rapid antigen tests are not accepted as proof of prior infection.
It is recommended to carry the original vaccination certificate or an official digital vaccination record. A photocopy or digital photo of your vaccination certificate may also be accepted, but it is best to carry the original or an electronic version to avoid any issues.
Additionally, all visitors to Iceland, including children, need to pre-register on the designated government website before entering the country.
Additional Guidelines
- Avoid touching your face, especially your mouth, nose, and eyes, as much as possible.
- Follow cough and sneeze etiquette by covering your mouth and nose with a tissue or your bent elbow.
- Comply with any additional guidelines or restrictions that may be in place in specific areas of Iceland.
By adhering to these guidelines, you can help ensure a safe and enjoyable trip to Iceland while protecting yourself and those around you.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, as of March 18, 2021, all travellers, regardless of origin, must show proof of full vaccination or prior COVID-19 infection.
You can still enter Iceland without vaccination, but you must show a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure. You will also have to undergo double screening and 5-6 days of quarantine between tests.
You can show either the original vaccination card or a digital vaccination record, such as a QR code.
Yes, all visitors to Iceland, including children, need to be fully vaccinated or show proof of prior infection.
Yes, the CDC recommends that all travellers to Iceland wear masks, maintain social distancing, and follow the country's health and safety protocols.
