Passport renewal in Iceland
Renewing an Icelandic passport typically involves applying in person at a police station in Iceland or at an Icelandic embassy/consulate abroad. The process requires submitting an application, providing necessary documents, and having a new photograph taken according to specific requirements.
It is advisable to apply for a passport renewal several months before its expiration date. This allows sufficient time for processing and accounts for potential waiting times for appointments at police stations or embassies, as well as international shipping if applying from abroad.
Start 15 days ahead
This is an approximate processing time for applications submitted in Iceland. Applications submitted abroad may take longer due to shipping and consular processing schedules.
The process
- 1Gather all required documents, including the current passport.
- 2Schedule an appointment at a police station in Iceland or an Icelandic embassy/consulate abroad (where applicable).
- 3Attend the appointment in person to submit the application and have a passport photo taken (often done on-site).
- 4Pay the applicable passport fee.
- 5Wait for the new passport to be processed and issued. It will then be sent to the applicant's registered address or collected, depending on the application location.
What to bring
- Current Icelandic passport (or other valid photo ID if the passport is lost/stolen and reported)
- Proof of identity (if the passport is not available)
- A suitable passport photo (often taken at the application location, check requirements if bringing your own)
Who handles it
Lögreglan (The Police)
The fee for a standard Icelandic passport is 11,000 ISK for adults (18+) and 5,000 ISK for children (under 18) when applied for in Iceland. Fees for applications made at embassies or consulates abroad may vary due to administrative charges or exchange rates. It is recommended to confirm the exact fee at the time of application.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure your current passport is not severely damaged, as this may require additional steps.
- Be aware that passport photo requirements are strict; if providing your own, confirm it meets official standards.
- Allow extra time for applications submitted outside of Iceland due to longer processing and shipping times.
- Verify the accepted payment methods at the application location, as they can vary.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
Other documents in Iceland
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