Health & Emergencies
Iceland has an excellent Nordic healthcare system with superior quality. Among the world's best standards.
The universal public system offers superior-quality care.
High-quality private clinics available.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | 15,000-25,000 ISK ($110-180 USD) |
| Emergency room | 50,000-70,000 ISK ($365-510 USD) |
| Hospitalization (per day) | 100,000-150,000 ISK ($730-1,095 USD) |
| Emergency surgery | 500,000-1,000,000 ISK ($3,650-7,300 USD) |
| Ambulance | 50,000-80,000 ISK ($365-585 USD) |
| Raio-X | 20,000-40,000 ISK ($145-290 USD) |
| Exames de sangue | 10,000-20,000 ISK ($73-145 USD) |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Iceland. Private hospitals typically require upfront payment or proof of insurance. Asteroid clients have immediate coverage and 24/7 support in their language.
The main emergency number in Iceland is 112. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
The universal public system offers superior-quality care.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 15,000-25,000 ISK ($110-180 USD), while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
Pharmacies in Reykjavik, generally open until 8pm, with quality European medication.
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