Is Iceland in the Schengen area?
Yes
Yes. Iceland is in the Schengen area, even though it is not in the EU.
- In Schengen area?
- Yes
- EU member?
- No
- Joined Schengen
- 25 March 2001
Iceland is not an EU member, but it joined the Schengen area on 25 March 2001 as part of the Nordic Passport Union arrangement. It is an associated Schengen country alongside Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
So while Iceland sits outside the European Union, for border and short-stay purposes it is fully inside Schengen.
What this means for your 90 days
Days spent in Iceland count towards your 90 days in any 180-day Schengen window.
Keeping track of your 90 days across the whole 180-day window? Use the free 90/180 calculator and read the full rule explainer.
Frequently asked questions
Is Iceland in the Schengen area?
Yes. Iceland is in the Schengen area, even though it is not in the EU.
Do days spent in Iceland count towards my Schengen 90/180 days?
Days spent in Iceland count towards your 90 days in any 180-day Schengen window.
Is Iceland in the EU?
No - Iceland is not in the European Union. It takes part in Schengen as an associated, non-EU country.
Sources
- European Commission - The Schengen area - verified 11 Jun 2026