Iceland, Visitor info — November 27, 2025 at 11:22 am

Iceland Visitor info

Question	Answer
What is the Currency Exchange of ICELAND to the US Dollar?	1 USD ≈ 127 ISK (November 2025 avg.).
Website for local Currency Exchange in ICELAND?	https://cb.is/statistics/official-exchange-rate/
Website How to become a citizen of ICELAND?	https://island.is/en/citizenship
Which Bank can I use that is safe in ICELAND?	Landsbankinn, Arion Bank, Íslandsbanki (regulated by FME).
What are the tax rules for bringing a car to ICELAND?	High import duties 30-70% + VAT 24%; temporary import for tourists up to 1 month.
How much to ship a car to ICELAND from Miami?	$5,000-$9,000 USD via container to Reykjavik.
How much higher is it to buy a car on the island of ICELAND?	Iceland main island; remote areas 10-20% higher due to transport.
Can I sell a car in ICELAND? How do I sell a car in ICELAND?	Yes; deregister at Samgöngustofa; sell via Bilasolur.is or Facebook.
How do I get a car license in ICELAND?	Register at Samgöngustofa with inspection.
How do I get a drivers license in ICELAND?	Pass theory/practical exams; IDP valid 1 month.
How can I find a Rental Home, Condo, or Apartment in ICELAND?	Leigulistinn.is, Heimavellir.is, Facebook rental groups.
How can I find a Timeshare in ICELAND.	Limited; some resorts in Reykjavik area.
Where are the Big shopping Malls in ICELAND?	Kringlan (Reykjavik), Smáralind (Kópavogur).
Who can I contact that lives in ICELAND? Are there any Web site Forums for ICELAND?	Reddit r/Iceland, Expats in Iceland Facebook, Iceland Review forums.
Is there Website Local tourist Web site for ICELAND?	https://visiticeland.com/
Who’s the Local ISP of ICELAND?	Síminn, Vodafone Iceland.
Who’s the Internet Service Provider of ICELAND?	Síminn, Vodafone, Nova.
What’s the ICELAND government web site address?	https://www.government.is/
Who’s the Monarch of ICELAND?	None; parliamentary republic.
Who’s the current Governor of ICELAND in 2025?	Central Bank of Iceland Governor Jóhann á Bergi Guðmundsson.
Who’s the Premier of ICELAND in 2025?	Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir.
What’s the National Anthem of ICELAND?	Lofsöngur.
What’s the Flag of ICELAND?	Blue field with red-white Nordic cross.
What’s the Territory status of ICELAND?	Parliamentary republic.
What’s the Legal system of ICELAND?	Civil law system.
What’s the Judicial Branch of ICELAND?	Supreme Court, District Courts.
What’s the Largest Island of ICELAND?	Iceland (main island).
What’s the Capital of ICELAND?	Reykjavík.
What’s the native Language of ICELAND?	Icelandic.
What’s the Population of ICELAND?	380,000 (2025 est.).
What’s the Website showing the Population of ICELAND?	https://worldpopulationreview.com/countries/iceland-population
What are the primary religions on ICELAND?	Evangelical Lutheran (72%), no religion (25%).
What’s the name of the Airport & Airport Code for ICELAND?	Keflavík International Airport (KEF).
What’s the Monetary Unit / Fiat called in ICELAND?	Icelandic Króna (ISK).
What’s Phone Calling Code of ICELAND?	354
What’s the current Economy of ICELAND in 2025?	GDP ~$30 billion USD; growth ~2%; tourism/fishing/aluminum.
What are the names of the major Banks on ICELAND?	Landsbankinn, Arion Bank, Íslandsbanki.
What’s the Sales Tax of ICELAND?	VAT 24%.
What are the Departure Taxes of ICELAND?	ISK 5,000 (~$39 USD) included in ticket.
What’s the personal income tax on ICELAND?	Progressive 31.8-46.24%.
What’s the business income tax on ICELAND?	20%.
Is there a property tax on ICELAND if so what is it?	Yes; municipal tax 0.2-0.6%.
What’s the Accommodation Tax on ICELAND?	0.35 ISK per night (~$0.0027 USD).
Can a tourist drive on ICELAND?	Yes, with IDP for 1 month.
Life Expectancy at Birth on ICELAND	83.1 years (2025 est.).
What are the major Medical Centers and Hospitals on ICELAND?	Landspítali University Hospital (Reykjavik).
What’s the Unemployment rate on ICELAND?	~3.8% (2025 est.).
What’s the Website showing the Unemployment rate of ICELAND?	https://hagstofa.is/ (Statistics Iceland).
What’s the Literacy rate on ICELAND?	99%.
What’s the Website showing the Literacy rate on ICELAND?	https://hagstofa.is/
What’s the Internet TLD: domain.(com) for ICELAND?	.is
What’s the National Flower of ICELAND?	Purple mountain avens.
What’s the National Bird of ICELAND?	Gyrfalcon.
What’s the National Tree of ICELAND?	Downy birch.
What’s the cost of Cruising Permits on ICELAND?	Varies; port fees apply.
What’s the Website showing the cost of Cruising Permits on ICELAND?	https://www.safnahafnir.is/
What are the Customs Duties on ICELAND?	EFTA/EEA rates 0-20% + VAT 24%.
What’s the Website showing the Customs Duties of ICELAND?	https://www.tollurinn.is/
What’s the Website Fishing Permits for ICELAND?	https://www.fiskistofa.is/
What’s the Immigration Website for ICELAND?	https://island.is/en/utlendingar
What’s the Marriage License and Regulations Website for ICELAND?	https://island.is/en/marriage
What’s the rules for bring Pets to for ICELAND?	Microchip, rabies vaccine, 30-day quarantine.
What’s the Website address showing the rules for bring Pets to for ICELAND?	https://www.mast.is/
What’s the Website Marine Conservation Permits for ICELAND?	https://www.hafogvatn.is/
What’s the cost of Electricity on ICELAND in kWh using US Dollars and cents?	~$0.12 USD/kWh.
What’s the cost of auto gasoline in ICELAND converted to US Dollars and cents in 2025?	~$2.30 USD/liter (~$8.70/gallon).