Iceland Schengen visa photo requirements
Iceland uses the shared Schengen photo standard — 35 × 45 mm, ICAO biometric framing, plain light background. This page covers the photo standard plus how Iceland consulates handle Schengen visa applications: where to apply, processing times, fees and consulate-level handling.
Quick answer
35 × 45 mm photo · Depends on the representing Schengen state — most often a Danish or Norwegian post via VFS Global · €90
Prepare a 35 × 45 mm biometric photo on a plain light background. Apply through Icelandic Ministry for Foreign Affairs (own missions in London, New Delhi, Beijing and Washington) + other Schengen states representing Iceland elsewhere. Standard fee €90, €45 for children 6–12. Processing time 15 calendar days standard. Last reviewed .
Application route
| Issuing authority | Icelandic Ministry for Foreign Affairs (own missions in London, New Delhi, Beijing and Washington) + other Schengen states representing Iceland elsewhere |
|---|---|
| Visa application centre | Depends on the representing Schengen state — most often a Danish or Norwegian post via VFS Global |
| Processing time | 15 calendar days standard |
| Standard fee | €90 |
| Reduced fee | €45 for children 6–12 |
| Application languages | Icelandic, English |
| Official portal | Iceland short-stay visa portal ↗ |
Photo specification
Schengen 35 × 45 mm. Iceland does not publish national photo requirements of its own; the representing consulate applies the shared Schengen standard.
| Size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Head height | 70–80% of frame height (32–36 mm chin-to-crown) |
| Background | plain light grey or off-white, even illumination |
| Pose | Front-facing, head level, both ears typically visible |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible |
| Glasses | Strongly discouraged; remove for the shot. See full rules → |
| Head covering | Religious coverings allowed when facial features remain fully visible |
| Age of photo | Taken within the last 6 months |
Iceland consulate handling
Iceland is Schengen but not EU. Outside its four own missions, another Schengen state takes the application on Iceland's behalf, so start by checking which country represents Iceland in your city. Refusals are decided by the Directorate of Immigration, Útlendingastofnun.
Iceland national document photos
Detailed national document photo pages for Iceland are tracked separately as the issuing authority publishes verifiable specifications. For now, the Schengen visa photo on this page is the binding photo requirement for short-stay travel.
Frequently asked questions about Iceland Schengen visa photos
What size is the Iceland Schengen visa photo?
35 × 45 mm. Iceland uses the shared Schengen biometric photo standard — the same as every other Schengen state. The head must occupy 70–80% of the frame height with a plain light background.
Where do I apply for a Iceland Schengen visa?
Apply through the Icelandic Ministry for Foreign Affairs (own missions in London, New Delhi, Beijing and Washington) + other Schengen states representing Iceland elsewhere. Iceland is Schengen but not EU. Outside its four own missions, another Schengen state takes the application on Iceland's behalf, so start by checking which country represents Iceland in your city. Refusals are decided by the Directorate of Immigration, Útlendingastofnun.
How long does Iceland take to process a Schengen visa?
For Iceland, 15 calendar days standard. First-time applicants and applications submitted during peak travel seasons tend to fall toward the upper end of this window.
What does the Iceland Schengen visa cost?
Iceland's standard fee is €90, €45 for children 6–12. Some markets add a VAC service fee on top of the consular fee paid to Depends on the representing Schengen state — most often a Danish or Norwegian post via VFS Global.
Can I wear glasses in a Iceland Schengen visa photo?
Iceland follows the shared Schengen baseline: glasses are strongly discouraged because of glare and frame-related rejection risk. The safest choice at every consulate is to remove glasses before the shot.
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