*The Government of Iceland has postponed the implementation of exemptions to travel restrictions to April 6, 2021.* For further information please visit the Government of Iceland’s press release. On March 17, 2021, the Icelandic government announced that all those who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will be allowed to travel to Iceland without being subject to border measures, such ... Read More»
Information on the National Interest Exceptions for Travel to the United States
How to request National Interest Exceptions for Travel Eligible Travelers: While routine nonimmigrant visa services remain suspended, U.S. Embassy Reykjavik continues to provide emergency and mission critical visa services to applicants exempted from COVID-19 related Presidential Proclamations. For more information on the Presidential Proclamations, see the travel.state.gov website. Exceptions to the proclamations fall into the following ... Read More»
COVID-19 TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS: Updated 20 November 2020
COVID-19 TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS Updated 20 November 2020 Like much of the world, Embassy Reykjavik’s Consular Section is operating at reduced capacity due to Covid-19 precautions and restrictions. We anticipate that demand for Consular services during the winter holiday period will far exceed available resources. As such, the Consular Section cannot guarantee a particular appointment date. ... Read More»
Travel Update – July 7, 2020
COVID-19 ICELAND July 7, 2020 TRAVELING TO ICELAND Iceland has 1873 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 10 deaths. U.S. citizens with travel plans to Iceland in July must postpone their visits. Iceland is participating in the EU travel ban along with other Schengen states, and travelers from the Unites States are not permitted access into the ... Read More»
Health Alert – Icelandair Flights on May 30, June 4, and June 6
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Commercial Flight Availability on May 30, June 4, June 6. U.S. Embassy Reykjavik (May 29, 2020) Location: Iceland The is an Icelandair flight to the U.S., Boston, on May 30, June 4, and June 6 (with the Boston to Reykjavik return flight later the same days). There are currently no ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Commercial Flight Availability on May 16 and Travel Ban Extended Through June 15
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Commercial Flight Availability on May 16 and Travel Ban Extended Through June 15. U.S. Embassy Reykjavik (May 14, 2020) Location: Iceland Event: International commercial flight options currently exist in Iceland. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Commercial Flight Availability on May 14 and 16 U.S. Embassy Reykjavik (May 11, 2020)
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Commercial Flight Availability on May 14 and 16. U.S. Embassy Reykjavik (May 11, 2020) Location: Iceland Event: International commercial flight options currently exist in Iceland. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Commercial Flight Availability on May 7, 9, 14, and 16 U.S. Embassy Reykjavik (May 5, 2020)
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Commercial Flight Availability on May 7, 9, 14, and 16. U.S. Embassy Reykjavik (April 29, 2020) Location: Iceland Event: International commercial flight options currently exist in Iceland. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Commercial Flight Availability on April 30 and May 2 U.S. Embassy Reykjavik (April 29, 2020)
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Commercial Flight Availability on April 30, and May 2 U.S. Embassy Reykjavik (April 29, 2020) Location: Iceland Event: International commercial flight options currently exist in Iceland. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Citizen Tourists in Iceland Return to U.S. Now – Icelandair Flying to Boston on Specific Days Only
Health Alert – U.S. Citizen Tourists in Iceland Return to U.S. Now – Icelandair Flying to Boston on Specific Days Only U.S. Embassy Reykjavik (April 1, 2020) Location: Iceland Event: U.S. citizen tourists currently in Iceland are instructed to return to the U.S. as soon as possible. Icelandair is only offering flights to Boston on April ... Read More»
Global Level 4 Health Advisory-Do Not Travel
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Reykjavik Change in Operations due to COVID-19
The U.S. Embassy in Reykjavik will limit its operations as of March 12, 2020, in accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations that working remotely can help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Reduced levels of in-person staff will perform necessary diplomatic functions. Emergency services for U.S. citizens will be available between the hours ... Read More»
Update on Travel Restrictions to the United States
A Presidential Proclamation issued on March 11, 2020, sets certain temporary restrictions and limitations on entry into the United States of persons who have been in the Schengen Area, including Iceland, during the 14-day period preceding their entry or attempted entry into the United States. The restrictions do not apply to U.S. citizens and lawful ... Read More»
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