Capital city in Capital Region, Iceland
Healthcare in Reykjavik: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Reykjavik
High-quality public care; visitors pay full price without EU or EEA cover. Dial 112 for emergencies; remote rescue by helicopter.
Hospitals for foreigners in Reykjavik
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Landspítali University Hospital | National hospital with the main emergency department, Fossvogur |
| Læknavaktin | Out-of-hours GP clinic for non-urgent care |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: kr9,000–18,000 ($74–148) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Iceland: Good hospitals in Reykjavík and Akureyri; remote areas rely on small clinics and air ambulance. Call 1700 for advice; non-EEA visitors pay full cost.
- Pharmacies: Apótek pharmacies in towns (Lyfja, Lyf og heilsa); hours are short outside Reykjavík.
- Health spending: US$7,642 per person a year (2024); 4.4 doctors per 1,000 people (2023), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 112 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Required for entry: Only for Schengen visa applicants: at least €30,000 medical cover.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Reykjavik for foreigners?
Landspítali University Hospital: National hospital with the main emergency department, Fossvogur
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Reykjavik?
About kr9,000–18,000 ($74–148) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Iceland?
Only for Schengen visa applicants: at least €30,000 medical cover.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Iceland
- Strætó
- Keflavík Airport (Isavia)
- Visit Reykjavík
- SafeTravel Iceland
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