Tachograph cards

Tachographs are small devices that record driving times and rest periods. The aim is to improve road safety and create a better work environment for professional drivers by keeping track of their driving times and rest periods.

• Each driver has his own driver tachograph card which is inserted into the tachograph while driving.

• The tachograph records the date, vehicle, driving times and statutory rests.

Types of tachograph cards

There are four different types of tachograph cards

Using a driver tachograph card

Drivers must store the card and ensure that it is inserted in the tachograph while driving. The card can not be removed during driving. The tachograph device itself logs the speedometer readings for 24 hours and approximately one year of driving data.

Application process

In order to apply for a tachograph card the following is required:

• applicant must have a valid driving licence from an EEA state

• applicant must have a category C1, C, D1, or D licence

• applicant must have a registered domicile in Iceland

Supporting documents

If an applicant does not have an Icelandic driver's licence they must turn in an application on paper form along with the following supporting documents:

• a copy of driver's licence (both sides)

• a photo of applicant

Cost

• 19.081 ISK must be paid if the card will be picked up from the Icelandic Transportation Authority.

• 20.326 ISK must be paid if the card is to be sent to applicant by registered post.

Card production

It can take up to 10 business days to issue a tachograph card. The applicant receives a notification by e-mail when the card has been received by The Icelandic Transport Authority.