The Directorate of Education and School Services
The Directorate of Education and School Services promotes excellence in education and the well-being of all children and young people. It does this through strong support and targeted services to preschools, elementary schools and secondary schools throughout the country.
Icelandic language test for citizenship
Those applying for Icelandic citizenship may have to take an Icelandic test to demonstrate their Icelandic language skills.
News and announcements
Icelandic language test for applicants for Icelandic citizenship - spring 2025
The Icelandic language test for applicants for Icelandic citizenship will begin on Monday 12th of May 2025.
492 Icelandic language proficiency tests for citizenship
The Icelandic language test for citizenship took place from November 18 to December 2. Of the 492 participants who took the test, 84% met the basic Icelandic language requirements for citizenship. The test was conducted in 24 sessions across Reykjavík, Akureyri, Egilsstaðir, and Ísafjörður. This year saw a record number of participants.