FinlandIceland: Visa-free

FinlandIceland

Do Finland passport holders need a visa for Iceland?

Visa-free

No. Finland passport holders do not need a visa to visit Iceland for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance2,415 km, straight line (~3h 20m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Iceland138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Iceland passport holders visiting Finland: Visa-free.

Other visa-free destinations for Finland passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Finland passport holders need a visa for Iceland?

No. Finland passport holders do not need a visa to visit Iceland for tourism.

How far is Iceland from Finland?

About 2,415 km in a straight line, roughly ~3h 20m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Iceland?

Icelandic króna (ISK).

What is the emergency number in Iceland?

112.

What time zone is Iceland in?

Reykjavik (UTC+0).

What is the nearest airport to Reykjavik?

Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV), about 2 km away.

How many countries can enter Iceland without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Iceland visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Finland

Finland, officially the Republic of Finland, is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It borders Sweden to the northwest, Norway to the north, and Russia to the east, with the Gulf of Bothnia to the west and the Gulf of Finland to the south, opposite Estonia. Its capital and largest city is Helsinki. Finland has a population of 5.7 million. The official languages are Finnish and Swedish, the mother tongues of 83.5 percent and 5.0 percent of the population, respectively. Finland's climate varies from humid continental in the south to boreal in the north. Its land is predominantly covered by boreal forest, with over 180,000 recorded lakes.

CapitalHelsinki

RegionNorthern Europe

Population5.6M

Area338,424 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesFinnish, Swedish

Calling code+358

Drives on theright

TimezoneHelsinki (UTC+3)

Nearest airportHelsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), 18 km

Emergency number112

UNESCO sites8

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$56,149 (2025)

Tourist arrivals896K (2020)

Climate in Helsinki

Warmest June, coolest February, driest May, sunniest June.

Monthly climate normals for Helsinki, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	3.7°C	0.1°C	61mm	64h
February	2.8°C	-1.6°C	93mm	111h
March	3.9°C	-1.5°C	71mm	210h
April	7.6°C	0.1°C	48mm	310h
May	12.3°C	4.4°C	46mm	402h
June	20.1°C	13°C	92mm	447h
July	18.6°C	12.7°C	129mm	406h
August	19.9°C	12.7°C	66mm	351h
September	15.8°C	10.8°C	78mm	251h
October	10.9°C	6.7°C	98mm	180h
November	6.7°C	3°C	99mm	72h
December	2.5°C	0°C	68mm	14h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Aalto Works
High Coast/Kvarken Archipelago
Old Rauma
Petäjävesi Old Church
Sammallahdenmäki
Struve Geodetic Arc
Suomenlinna
Verla

Upcoming public holidays

October 31, 2026Pyhäinpäivä

December 6, 2026Itsenäisyyspäivä

December 24, 2026Jouluaatto

Full source list on About.

About Iceland

Iceland is a Nordic island country between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, located on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge between Europe and North America. It is Europe's westernmost and most sparsely populated country. Its capital and largest city is Reykjavík, which is home to about 35% of the country's roughly 395,000 residents. The official language of the country is Icelandic. Iceland is on a rift between tectonic plates, and its geologic activity includes geysers and frequent volcanic eruptions. The interior consists of a volcanic plateau with sand and lava fields, mountains and glaciers, and many glacial rivers flow to the sea through the lowlands. Iceland is warmed by the Gulf Stream and has a temperate climate, despite being at a latitude just south of the Arctic Circle. Its latitude and marine influence keep summers chilly, and most of its islands have a polar climate.

CapitalReykjavik

RegionNorthern Europe

Population392.4K

Area103,000 km²

CurrencyIcelandic króna (1 USD ≈ 121.44 ISK)

LanguagesIcelandic

Calling code+354

Drives on theright

TimezoneReykjavik (UTC+0)

Nearest airportReykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV), 2 km

Emergency number112

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$98,323 (2025)

Tourist arrivals488K (2020)

Climate in Reykjavik

Warmest August, coolest February, driest July, sunniest July.

Monthly climate normals for Reykjavik, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	2.2°C	-2.5°C	164mm	43h
February	1.4°C	-2.5°C	111mm	95h
March	2.1°C	-2.2°C	101mm	174h
April	5.8°C	0.7°C	133mm	163h
May	8.6°C	3.5°C	117mm	299h
June	11.7°C	6.8°C	99mm	250h
July	12.3°C	7.8°C	64mm	337h
August	12.5°C	8.6°C	177mm	199h
September	9.1°C	4.8°C	155mm	189h
October	6.8°C	2.9°C	96mm	158h
November	3.7°C	-0.1°C	131mm	59h
December	2.8°C	-1.1°C	145mm	15h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Iceland is a stunningly beautiful place if you enjoy strange and desolate landscapes interspersed with glaciers, volcanoes, rivers and waterfalls. It is a place for hiking, ice climbing, kayaking in glacial waters, and relaxing in geothermal hot springs, and there are many tours available for those looking for a less strenuous vacation.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Surtsey
Thingvellir National Park
Vatnajökull National Park

Upcoming public holidays

December 24, 2026Aðfangadagur

December 25, 2026Jóladagur

December 26, 2026Annar í jólum

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