Tourism tax rates in Iceland
Last reviewed 9 May 2025
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The overnight stay tax in Iceland is applied nationwide and charged on each accommodation unit rented for one night or less. It applies to rooms or areas rented for overnight stays, with sleeping facilities provided and for periods under one month. It includes accommodations such as hotels, guesthouses, campsites, mobile homes, and cruise ships.
The revenue generated supports the development, maintenance, and protection of Iceland’s tourist destinations and natural areas
The tax is ISK 800 per person per day for licensed accommodations, and ISK 400 per person per day for campsites and cruise ship passengers.
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