Dutch visa for Icelandic citizens
A visa is NOT required for Icelandic passport holders visiting Netherlands for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Icelandic citizens to enter Netherlands for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Netherlands e-visa for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Netherlands visa on arrival for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
Netherlands tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Icelandic passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Netherlands.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Netherlands.
If you are looking for Netherlands visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Iceland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Netherlands nearest your place of residence.
- Reykjavik: The Consulate of Netherlands in Reykjavik, Iceland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 45 minutes)
- Reykjavik: The Consulate General of Netherlands in Reykjavik, Iceland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 45 minutes)
Netherlands visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Netherlands diplomatic mission offices to Iceland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iceland traveling to Netherlands from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iceland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 26,270 | N/A |
| 2009 | 25,795 | -1.81% |
| 2010 | 28,296 | 9.70% |
| 2011 | 29,380 | 3.83% |
| 2012 | 30,368 | 3.36% |
| 2013 | 33,236 | 9.44% |
| 2014 | 36,205 | 8.93% |
| 2015 | 39,018 | 7.77% |
| 2016 | 41,153 | 5.47% |
| 2017 | 46,602 | 13.24% |
| 2018 | 48,828 | 4.78% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Netherlands & Iceland comparison
Netherlands's area is approximately 33,720 km2 (13,019 sq mi), while the area of Iceland is approximately 100,250 km2 (38,706 sq mi). This means Iceland is 2.97 times bigger than Netherlands.
As of October 2025, Netherlands's population is ~17.3 million people - 16,971,022 more people than the population of Iceland.
We have highlighted Netherlands & Iceland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Netherlands | Iceland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 17,323,355 | 352,333 | 17.0 million more people live in Netherlands than Iceland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 152 | 25 | Netherlands has 127 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iceland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 146 | 138 | Netherlands passport holders can visit 8 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 173 | 54 | Dutch hosts 119 more foreign missions than Iceland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iceland travel to Netherlands in one year?
The number of visitors from Iceland visiting Netherlands in 2018 was approximately 48,828.
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- Travel time: 5 hours 43 minutes
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