DISCOVER ICELAND
Vocabulary
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION TO GO TO ICELAND
When to go
What To Pack
Basic Information about Iceland
Iceland is for its harsh winters and its snowy landscapes, but it is also a country full of surprises. Here are some practical ideas to help you prepare your trip
Language
The official language is the Icelandic. It is known to be one of the most difficult language in the world.
Electricity
Electrical outlets are the same than in Europe, so If you live in the UK or in The US you'll need an adaptor.
Jet Lag
In summer there are 2 hours of time difference between Iceland and France and 1 in winter. When it is 10am in Paris it is 8 or 9 am in Reykjavik.
Airline Tickets
Depending on the season, the price of the ticket varies enormously. It can range from 300 € to 600 € or more in summer. The price depends of course on the company borrowed but also the booking period.
Health
No precautions in health is needed to travel to Iceland. For Europeans you can bring your European health card for you to repay your possible medical expenses.
Entry Requirements
For Europeans, for stays of less than 3 months in Iceland, an identity card or a valid passport at least 3 months after the stay is enough. However, the passport is preferred. Canadians do not need either a visa, only a valid passport three months after the return date. For more information, visit the government website.
Adresses and Useful Numbers
Telefone and Internet
Embassy of France in Iceland
Tungata n°22 Reykjavik
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Embassy of Iceland in France
52 Avenue Victor Hugo 75116 Paris
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The telephone code of Iceland is 354.
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Iceland is an Occidental country, so it is really easy to find Internet connexions.
Getting Here and Around