Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Austria; address Naglergasse 2/3/8, 1010, Wien; phone +4315332771. Head of mission: Ms. Maria Vigdis Kjartansdótir. Plus 2…
Head of mission: Ms. Maria Vigdis Kjartansdótir, Counsellor (as of 2026)
Head of mission: Mr. Erik Eibl, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Alfred Schubrig, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Austria, 2 Nov 2024)
Iceland offers a compelling mix of natural beauty and cultural experiences that can appeal to Austrian travelers. With 7.5 million Austrians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Iceland an attractive destination. The country's well-developed tourism infrastructure supports a variety of visitors, enhancing its appeal.
Iceland is considered one of the safest countries in Europe for tourists, ranking 3rd out of 40 nations for safety while walking alone at night, significantly safer than Austria, which ranks 14th. According to the Global Peace Index, Iceland is the safest country in the world out of 160 countries, on par with Austria, which ranks 3rd as well. In terms of crime statistics, Iceland has a lower murder rate at 0.5 per 100,000 people compared to Austria's 0.7. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Iceland at 0.6 and Austria at 0.9. When looking at organized crime indices, Austria generally has higher scores (indicating worse conditions) than Iceland in several categories, including mafia groups and crime networks. However, Iceland scores better in state crime and has a notably lower score for arms trafficking. Overall, tourists from Austria can feel very safe visiting Iceland, given its low crime rates and high safety rankings.