🇮🇸 Is Iceland safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Iceland: 16 diplomatic missions from 15 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Iceland
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- No specific travel restrictions apply to Iceland
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended due to high living costs and limited service availability
- Carry a valid European Health Insurance Card, though it does not cover all medical expenses
- Emergency contact resources available at safetravel.is and island.is/en/accidents-and-emergencies
Risk areas and situations
- Active volcanic eruptions ongoing on the Reykjanes peninsula, south-west Iceland
- Avoid areas with recent volcanic activity, especially the Reykjanes Peninsula
- Glacier ice caves are off-limits to visitors during summer months
- Reynisfjara black sand beach has dangerous waves and currents linked to recent tourist drownings
- Do not enter hard-to-reach areas or swim where no safety signs are posted
Health
- Travel insurance must cover your planned itinerary, activities and emergency expenses
- Iceland has a high cost of living; medical costs not fully covered by the European Health Insurance Card
- Travel insurance is advised to cover unexpected healthcare and emergency expenses
- Low-intensity earthquakes are frequent and volcanic eruptions possible, particularly in active regions
Emergency numbers in Iceland
Embassies and consulates in Iceland
16 diplomatic missions from 15 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | 2 | Akureyri, Reykjavik |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇳🇴 Norway | 1 | Reykjavik |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | 1 | Reykjavik |
…and 3 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Iceland is Icelandic. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Icelandic, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Iceland safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Iceland is 1.18/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Iceland?
The general emergency number in Iceland is 112. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Iceland?
Telcomia tracks 16 diplomatic missions from 15 countries in Iceland, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.