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Russian citizens travelling to Iceland

Citizens of Russia that are travelling to Iceland need a stamped visa in their passport prior to arriving.

What to expect in Iceland

🤝 friendly locals
safe neighbourhoods
💰 expensive cost of living
⚡ Above average wifi
❄️ cold weather
Not many tourists
island

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Iceland from Russia usually are around 10484.00 RUB. Wizz Air UK is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Finnair

. Popular domestic airlines are

IcelandAir

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

Yes, you should carry cash on you. Foreigners usually deal in cash.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Vodafone

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

Yes, you can generally drink tap water. This may not apply in smaller towns and rural areas. Double-check when you arrive.

🚕What do I use to get around?

We currently don't have information on ride-sharing services. Local taxis may be the best option. Check with local authorities upon landing.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is ISK.

1 RUB = 1.888851 ISK

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $12.00 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa needs to be provided by the country prior to travelling.

Notes and Passport Validity

There are no special notes about passport validity at this time. In general, it is good to ensure that your passport is valid 3 months after your trip ends.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time, due to the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic and the significant disruptions to global travel. This includes to Iceland. If you’re already overseas and wish to return to Australia, we recommend you do so as soon as possible by commercial means. Authorities have confirmed COVID-19 cases in Iceland. Australians should note the global situation with COVID-19 is changing very quickly. Read our bulletin on COVID-19 for advice on measures to reduce the risk of infection. We now advise you to: Do not travel to Iceland.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Iceland. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (5.00 / 5)
Safety (4.25 / 5)
Cost of Living (1.87 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$79.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$12.00 USD

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Popular Cities in Iceland

Reykjavik

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