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Canadian citizens can enter Iceland for short stays without a visa due to Iceland being part of the Schengen Area. You will be granted visa-free entry for up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area.

Key facts

For Canadian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• The 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen Area, not per country.
• Ensure your passport is in good condition and has sufficient blank pages.
• Visa-free entry does not guarantee admission; border officials make the final decision.
• For stays longer than 90 days or for purposes other than tourism/short business, a visa is required.
• If you have recently spent time in other Schengen countries, factor that into your 90-day count.

Before you travel

• ✓Check your passport's expiration date (at least 3 months beyond departure).
• ✓Have proof of sufficient funds for your stay.
• ✓Carry proof of onward or return travel (e.g., flight tickets).
• ✓Consider travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and repatriation.
• ✓Make copies of your passport and other important documents and store them separately.

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