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title: Iceland visa for citizens of Mongolia
description: "Citizens of Mongolia need a visa for Iceland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €30 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Iceland visa for citizens of Mongolia

Citizens of Mongolia need a visa for Iceland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://www.government.is/diplomatic-missions/embassy-of-iceland-in-helsinki/visa-service/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 15–45 days
- **Government fee:** €90 + €30 service fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient funds (approx. 50 EUR per day of stay)

## How to apply

1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Check if you need a Schengen visa for tourism and collect all required documents.
2. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the Schengen visa application form online or manually.
3. **Book an appointment at VFS Global** — Schedule an appointment at the VFS Global visa application centre in Ulaanbaatar (or nearest location).
4. **Attend the appointment and submit biometrics** — Submit your application, provide fingerprints and photograph, and pay the visa fee.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days, can extend up to 45 days.
6. **Collect passport with decision** — Once processed, collect your passport from VFS Global or have it couriered.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond departure from Schengen area
- **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Download from VFS Global website
- **Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards
- **Travel health insurance (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage)** (Travel): Valid for entire Schengen area and duration of stay
- **Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking** (Travel): Show entry and exit dates
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For all nights of stay
- **Bank statements for last 3 months** (Financial): Must show sufficient funds
- **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment): Include salary, position, and approved leave
- **Travel itinerary (day-by-day plan)** (Travel, optional): Optional but recommended
- **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Attach if applicable
- **Marriage certificate or family proof (if traveling with family)** (Supporting, optional): Only if applicable
- **Proof of civil status (e.g., birth certificate for minors)** (Identity, optional): Only if applicable

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** 50 EUR per day of stay
- Bank statements
- Sponsorship letter (if applicable)

Bank statements must be original, stamped, and in English or Icelandic.

## Good to know

- Visa does not guarantee entry; final decision at border.
- Overstaying may result in fines or future visa bans.
- Biometrics are valid for 59 months for subsequent Schengen applications.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds or unclear source of income** — Provide clear bank statements and proof of employment or sponsorship.
- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form.
- **Missing travel insurance or invalid coverage** — Purchase insurance that meets Schengen requirements.
- **Previous visa violations or overstay** — Ensure compliance with previous visa conditions.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Mongolia need a visa for Iceland?

Citizens of Mongolia need a visa for Iceland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Mongolia stay in Iceland?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Iceland visa cost for citizens of Mongolia?

Government fee: €90 + €30 service fee.

### How long does Iceland visa processing take?

Typically 15–45 days.

### What documents do citizens of Mongolia need for Iceland?

Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background); Travel health insurance (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage); Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; and 6 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Iceland?

At least 3 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.government.is/diplomatic-missions/embassy-of-iceland-in-helsinki/visa-service/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [government.is](https://www.government.is/diplomatic-missions/embassy-of-iceland-in-helsinki/visa-service/)

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