Pharmacy license of a pharmacy in operation

A pharmacy license grants its holder the right to purchase medicines from wholesale license holders and to dispense medicines against prescriptions, through over-the-counter sales, to ship and aircraft medicine chests, and to institutions with which a special agreement has been made. A pharmacy license also allows for remote sales of medicines.

The Icelandic Medicines Agency sends applications for a pharmacy license to the relevant local municipality for review.

The following documents must accompany the application:

• A copy of the applicant’s license to practice as a pharmacist in Iceland

• Confirmation that the applicant has worked as a pharmacist for at least two years

• An application for an operational license, if applicable

• A copy of the agreement with the operational license holder, if applicable

Who can apply

Only those who have a valid license as a pharmacist in Iceland and have worked as pharmacists for at least two years, including at least 12 months in a pharmacy in the European Economic Area can obtain a license.

Delivery

The permit is sent by e-mail to the applicant.

Cost

The cost of the application is according to the price list of the Icelandic Medicines Agency.