Iceland Visa for Bangladesh Passport Holders

Bangladeshpassport Icelanddestination

Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaYes

Data verified 8 August 2026

At a glance

Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Iceland. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 102.92). Processing: 15 calendar days standard (up to 45 days in individual cases). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen (EFTA-associated) member. Uniform Schengen Type C visa fee: EUR 90 per adult applicant (EUR 45 for children 6-12; free under 6), regardless of visa category. CORRECTION: the Embassy of Sweden — not Denmark/Norway as previously recorded — currently represents Iceland for Schengen visa processing in Bangladesh, via VFS Global's Sweden visa centre in Dhaka (which also covers Finland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Belgium, Netherlands and Poland).

Visa types: Schengen C visa (Iceland is Schengen-associated): Tourist, Business, Family/Friends Visit, Transit, Cultural/Sports, Medical. National D visa: Student, Worker, Family Reunification, Specialist (Skilled Migrant), Researcher.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (adult); EUR 45 (ages 6-12); free under 6

In USDUSD 102.92

In BDTBDT 12,684

Minimum bank balance~USD 31 (EUR 28)

Service feeVFS Global service charge EUR 11 + BDT 230 payment-processing fee, on top of the EUR 90 visa fee. Mandatory online appointment booking has been in effect since 17 Dec 2024 — walk-ins are no longer accepted.

Stay & validity

Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodVFS Global Dhaka, on behalf of the Embassy of Sweden (which now represents Iceland for Schengen visas in Bangladesh)

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15 calendar days standard (up to 45 days in individual cases)

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (ISK 4,000/day ≈ EUR 28)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination No None typically required

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages

Photo size35 × 45 mm · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online application via utl.is; Appointment at VFS Dhaka (Denmark or Norway represents Iceland for Schengen); 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel medical insurance (EUR 30,000+, all Schengen); Flight booking; Hotel reservation; Bank statement (ISK 4,000/day proof ≈ EUR 28); Employment letter; For Student: admission + funding (ISK 220,000/month minimum).

Visa types (4)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 102.92) 15 calendar days (up to 45 days max)

Schengen Type C tourist visa, EUR 90. Sweden's Embassy represents Iceland for Schengen visas in Bangladesh (corrected from Denmark/Norway); apply via the VFS Global Sweden centre, Dhaka.

Business Icelandic Schengen Type C (Business)

Multiple EUR 90 (~USD 102.92) 15 calendar days (up to 45 days max)

Iceland Schengen C Business Visa. Apply if Iceland is main destination or first Schengen entry point. Tourism, fisheries, geothermal energy are main sectors.

Transit Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Single EUR 90 (~USD 102.92) 15 calendar days (occasionally up to 45)

Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) - required for Bangladeshi passport holders changing planes airside at a Iceland airport en route to a non-Schengen third country. Keeps you airside; does not permit entry into Iceland or the Schengen Area.

Work Iceland Specialist Worker Permit

Single ISK 12000 (~USD 97.18) 6-16 weeks

Iceland Specialist Worker Permit — employer-sponsored. Iceland has labour shortages in tourism/hospitality, fisheries processing, healthcare, geothermal engineering.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections: (1) Denmark/Norway represents Iceland for Schengen in BD; (2) Insufficient ISK 4,000/day (~EUR 28) funds; (3) Weak ties to BD; (4) For Student: ISK 220,000/month funding proof issues; (5) Hotel booking - limited options + expensive; (6) Travel insurance gaps.

Embassy / consulate

AddressIceland visa applications via Embassy of Denmark Dhaka, House 1, Road 51, Gulshan-2, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh

Phone+880-2-5566-8500

Emaildacamb@um.dk

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceHigh

Last verified2026-08-08

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Iceland visa FAQ for Bangladesh passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Iceland with a Bangladesh passport?

Yes — Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for Iceland (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Dhaka, on behalf of the Embassy of Sweden (which now represents Iceland for Schengen visas in Bangladesh).

How much does a Iceland visa cost for Bangladesh passport holders?

The Iceland visa fee is USD 102.92 (about BDT 12,684). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Iceland visa?

Typical processing for a Iceland visa is 15 calendar days standard (up to 45 days in individual cases). Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Iceland on this visa?

A Iceland visa for Bangladesh passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Iceland visa from Bangladesh?

Apply for your Iceland visa via VFS Global Dhaka, on behalf of the Embassy of Sweden (which now represents Iceland for Schengen visas in Bangladesh). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages.