Permit for Activities in Protected Areas excluding Vatnajökull National Park

Who Needs to Apply?

You must apply for a permit if you intend to carry out commercial activities in a protected area.

Conditions and Processing

• You may not begin any activities or preparations in the area until a permit has been granted.

• Applications must be submitted by the applicant themselves (not via a proxy).

• If applying for multiple areas, submit one joint application listing all areas and their exact locations.

Processing Time

• Processing time is up to 15 working days from the date all required documents are received.

• If the activity takes place within the Mývatn and Laxá conservation area, processing may take up to 30 days.

Fees

• Fees are charged according to the current fee schedule.

• If the review exceeds the base fee, an hourly rate will be charged for additional expert work.

• If the application is submitted within 5 working days before the activity, an extra fee equivalent to 2 hours of expert work may apply.

What You Need to Prepare

• Business registration number

• Contact person details (ID number, email, phone)

• Payer’s registration number

• Description of the activity and location

• Maps and photos showing marked activity areas

• Schedule and number of staff/guests

• Information on equipment, structures, and potential disturbance

• Permits from the municipality, landowner, and health authorities (if applicable)