Icelandic visa for Chinese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Chinese passport holders visiting Iceland for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Chinese citizens to enter Iceland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Iceland e-visa for Chinese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Iceland visa on arrival for Chinese citizens | Not Available | |
Iceland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Chinese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Iceland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Iceland.
If you are looking for Iceland visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from China, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Iceland nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Embassy of Iceland in Beijing, China (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Hong Kong: The Honorary Consulate of Iceland in Hong Kong, China (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
Iceland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Iceland diplomatic mission offices to China for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from China traveling to Iceland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (China) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 85,020 | N/A |
| 2009 | 85,020 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 85,020 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 92,179 | 8.42% |
| 2012 | 93,074 | 0.97% |
| 2013 | 86,810 | -6.73% |
| 2014 | 93,074 | 7.22% |
| 2015 | 47,643 | -48.81% |
| 2016 | 66,781 | 40.17% |
| 2017 | 89,495 | 34.01% |
| 2018 | 89,495 | 0.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Iceland & China comparison
Iceland's area is approximately 100,250 km2 (38,706 sq mi), while the area of China is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi). This means China is 93.65 times bigger than Iceland.
As of November 2025, Iceland's population is ~352333 people - 1,467,038,256 fewer people than the population of China.
We have highlighted Iceland & China’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Iceland | China | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 352,333 | 1,467,390,589 | 1.5 billion fewer people live in Iceland than China |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 25 | 276 | Iceland has 251 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with China. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 138 | 37 | Iceland passport holders can visit 101 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 344 | Icelandic hosts 290 fewer foreign missions than China. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from China travel to Iceland in one year?
The number of visitors from China visiting Iceland in 2018 was approximately 89,495.
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- Travel time: 26 hours 22 minutes
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