Iceland•EuropeAirport Transit Visa (Schengen Type A)
At a Glance
Processing Time
15 days
Application Fee
90 EUR
Stay Duration
Transit
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Transit visa for connecting flights through Icelandic airports without entering the Schengen area. Required only for nationals of specific countries. Cannot leave airport transit area.
The Airport Transit Visa is designed for travelers connecting through Icelandic airports when traveling from a non-Schengen country to another non-Schengen country. Holders cannot leave the airport transit area and must have a confirmed onward flight.
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Requirements
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: AF, BD, CD, ER, ET, GH, IR, IQ, NG, PK, SO, LK
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photos
Biometric format
Proof of onward travel
Connecting flight ticket to non-Schengen country
Travel insurance
Minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
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Advantages
- Quick processing
- Simple application
- Covers transit needs
Considerations
- Cannot explore Iceland
- Restricted to airport transit area
- Only for specific nationalities
- Limited validity
Application Process
Apply at embassy or consulate
Submit application 6 months to 15 days before travel
Provide documentation
Passport, photos, connecting flight tickets, proof of onward travel
Pay fee
EUR 90
Receive decision
Airport transit visa sticker in passport
Application Forms
Schengen Visa Application Form
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