Getting an Iceland Visa from India [2025] | How to Apply, Documents Required, Processing Time

To apply for an Iceland visa from India, you need to submit the required documents along with a completed application form. Indian citizens can obtain an Iceland Schengen visa for tourism, business, or short-term travel across Europe.

Apply for your Iceland Schengen visa - https://www.atlys.com/en-IN/visa/iceland-visa
Detailed Schengen documents checklist: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13lsBU2V660qFZs2fwqHryOHWSZeiAgKu/view?usp=sharing

In this video:
00:00 Introduction
00:11 Documents required for the Iceland Visa from India
01:05 How to apply through Atlys?
02:12 Practical tips to remember

Detailed List of Documents Required for an Iceland Schengen Visa
✅ General Required Documents
- Visa Application Form – Duly filled and signed by the applicant.
- Valid Passport
- Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended stay.
Issued within the last 10 years.
- At least 2 blank pages.
- Passport Copies – Photocopies of the first and last pages, and copies of all Schengen visas issued within the last 3 years (if applicable).
- Recent Passport-size Photographs – Two biometric photos (35x45 mm, white background, not older than 6 months).
- Cover Letter – Mentioning the purpose of travel, travel dates, itinerary, and who will bear expenses.
- Travel Itinerary – A detailed day-by-day plan of your trip.
- Flight Reservation – Round-trip flight bookings (not mandatory to buy tickets before visa approval).
- Proof of Accommodation – Hotel bookings, rental agreements, or an invitation letter from a host in Iceland.


✅ Financial Documents
Bank Statements – Last 6 months, stamped and signed by the bank.
Income Tax Returns (ITR) – Last 2–3 years’ returns or Form 16.
Salary Slips – Last 3 months (for employed applicants).
Proof of Funds – Fixed deposits, savings certificates, mutual funds, or proof of regular income to show financial stability.


✅ Travel Insurance
Schengen Travel Insurance – Minimum coverage of €30,000 valid for the entire Schengen zone, covering medical emergencies, hospitalisation, and repatriation.


✅ Employment & Professional Documents
For Employees:
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer.
Leave approval letter on company letterhead.


For Self-employed:
Business registration certificate (GST/Shop Act/Company Incorporation).
Last 3 months’ business bank statements.
Company tax returns.


For Students:
Enrollment/Bonafide certificate from school/university.
NOC from the educational institution.


For Retired Applicants:
Proof of retirement (pension statement, retirement letter).
Bank statements showing pension credits.


✅ Civil Status Documents
Proof of Civil Status – Marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, spouse’s passport (if applicable).
Aadhar Card / PAN Card Copies – As supplementary ID proof.


✅ Special Categories
Invitation Letter (if applicable) – From family/friends in Iceland, including their passport copy/residence permit and proof of address.
Business Visa Applicants – Invitation letter from an Icelandic company, proof of past business relations, and trade fair/exhibition entry passes.


Minor Applicants:
Birth certificate.
Consent letter signed by both parents.
Copies of parents’ passports and visas.


✅ Additional Recommended Documents
Proof of Property/Assets in India – Land documents, house ownership, or rental agreements to show ties to India.
Travel History Proof – Copies of previous visas (US, UK, Schengen, etc.) to strengthen the application.
Covering Letter from Sponsor (if sponsored) – Financial guarantee letter with their ID and bank statements.

Here's all details about Iceland visa processing time: https://www.atlys.com/blog/iceland-visa-processing-time


Applying for an Iceland Schengen visa can seem overwhelming at first, but once you understand the step-by-step process, it becomes much more manageable. Whether you’re applying alone, with family, or planning your very first trip, Atlys will make the process clear and stress-free.

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