Iceland Visa RequirementsFor Mongolia passport holders
Mongolian citizens need a Schengen visa to visit Iceland. The visa fee is EUR 90 ($98 USD) since June 2024. Iceland does not have an embassy in Mongolia; Mongolian applicants typically apply through the Danish Embassy in Ulaanbaatar (Denmark represents Iceland for Schengen visa applications in Mongolia). Iceland is one of the world's most extraordinary natural destinations, offering the Northern Lights, volcanic landscapes, geothermal spas, and the midnight sun.
Mongolia passport holders require a visa to enter Iceland.
Mongolian citizens should apply for an Iceland (Schengen) visa at the Royal Danish Embassy in Ulaanbaatar (Zaluuchuudyn Avenue 3-1, Ulaanbaatar 14240) which handles Iceland Schengen visa applications. Verify at the Danish Embassy website (um.dk). Required: valid Mongolian passport (minimum 3 months validity beyond stay), completed Schengen application form, biometric photo, return flight booking, accommodation proof (hotel or Airbnb bookings), travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum), bank statements, employment documentation, and visa fee (EUR 90 / $98 USD). Processing takes 8-10 weeks.
Iceland is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid Mongolian passport (minimum 3 months validity beyond stay)
Completed Schengen visa application form
Biometric passport photo
Return flight booking
Hotel/accommodation bookings
Travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum)
Bank statements (last 3 months)
Employment documentation
Schengen visa fee: EUR 90 ($98 USD)
Current Travel Situation
Mongolia to Iceland: What You Need to Know
Iceland is a Schengen member state (though not an EU member), and Mongolian citizens need a Schengen visa to visit. Iceland has no direct consular representation in Mongolia; Denmark typically represents Iceland for Schengen visa applications in Ulaanbaatar. Mongolia and Iceland are connected by their both being small nations with dramatic natural landscapes: Iceland's volcanoes and geysers have some parallels to Mongolia's vast open steppe, though the environments are completely different. Iceland has become one of the world's most popular adventure travel destinations since the early 2010s tourism boom.
How to Get There
No direct Mongolia-Iceland flights exist. Connect from Ulaanbaatar (ULN) to Reykjavik Keflavik (KEF) via London (Icelandair from Heathrow), Copenhagen (Icelandair via CPH), Paris (Air France then Icelandair), or New York (MIAT then Icelandair). Icelandair is the main carrier serving KEF from many European hubs. Total journey from Ulaanbaatar to Reykjavik is approximately 18-25 hours.
Money & Banking
Iceland uses the Icelandic krona (ISK). Iceland is very expensive: budget ISK 20,000-35,000 ($145-255 USD) per day for mid-range travel. The Blue Lagoon entry costs approximately ISK 8,000-11,000 ($58-80 USD). Supermarket meals and self-catering significantly reduce costs.
Practical Tips
The Golden Circle (day trip from Reykjavik): Þingvellir National Park (UNESCO, where the mid-Atlantic ridge is visible above ground, site of the world's oldest parliament), Geysir geothermal field (Strokkur geyser erupts every 10 minutes), and Gullfoss waterfall. The Blue Lagoon: geothermal spa in a volcanic lava field (book months in advance). The Northern Lights: visible September-March on clear dark nights; Vík and the south coast are best photographed against black sand beaches. The Ring Road (Highway 1): 1,332 km circuit of the entire island, taking 10-14 days with stops at waterfalls, glaciers, and fjords. Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon: icebergs floating in a glacial lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Mongolian citizens need a visa for Iceland?
Yes. Mongolians need a Schengen visa. Apply at the Danish Embassy in Ulaanbaatar (Denmark represents Iceland for Schengen applications in Mongolia). Fee: EUR 90 ($98 USD). Apply 3+ months in advance.
How do I fly from Mongolia to Iceland?
No direct flights exist. Connect from Ulaanbaatar (ULN) via London, Copenhagen, or Paris to Reykjavik Keflavik (KEF) on Icelandair. Total journey is approximately 18-25 hours.
What is the best time to see the Northern Lights in Iceland?
Northern Lights season is September to March, with the strongest activity around the autumn and spring equinoxes. The best locations are away from Reykjavik's light pollution -- south coast (Vík, Skógar), the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and Þórsmörk. Clear, dark nights with solar activity (KP index 3+) are needed.