Iceland Aviation Permits
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Civil Aviation Authority
- Name: Icelandic Transport Authority (ICETRA / Samgongustofa)
- Website: https://www.icetra.is
- Contact: icetra@icetra.is
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Requirements by Operation Type
Private flights also require overflight/landing permits unless exempted as EU/EEA registered. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.
All non-scheduled flights require permits from ICETRA at least 24 hours in advance. Technical and medical stops exempt from landing permits.
Covered by bilateral air service agreements and EEA agreement provisions. EU/EEA carriers generally exempt from individual permits.
Overflight Permit
- Required: Conditional
- Authority: Icelandic Transport Authority (ICETRA)
- Lead Time: 24 hours before departure
- Validity: Single flight
- Fees: Based on aircraft weight and distance flown within Icelandic airspace; settle before or within 30 days post-flight
Permits mandatory for all non-scheduled flights. Permit number must be included in the flight plan. EU/EEA registered aircraft on scheduled services may be exempt.
Submit completed application form to ICETRA at least 24 hours before departure. Include certificate of registration, airworthiness certificate, noise certificate, AOC (if applicable), insurance certificate, flight plan with entry/exit points, and description of flight purpose.
Landing Permit
- Required: Conditional
- Authority: Icelandic Transport Authority (ICETRA)
- Lead Time: 24 hours before departure
- Validity: Single flight
- Fees: Based on aircraft weight and passenger count; settle within designated timeframe
Required for non-scheduled flights landing in Iceland, excluding technical stops, medical flights, and EU/EEA registered aircraft. Permit number must be included in the flight plan.
Submit completed application to ICETRA at least 24 hours before departure. Include certificate of registration, airworthiness certificate, noise certificate, AOC, insurance with minimum liability coverage, flight plan, and description of flight purpose/nature.
Cabotage
Prohibited for non-EEA carriers. EEA carriers may operate cabotage under EEA agreement provisions.
General Remarks
Iceland is an EEA and Schengen member state but not an EU member. ICETRA handles all aviation permits. Large oceanic FIR managed by Isavia. Permit fees based on weight/distance/passengers.