The renovation of the psychiatric ward in the Akureyri Hospital will begin in early August.

Registration is now open for autumn 2026

The tax registers showing taxes assessed on individuals and legal entities in 2025 in respect of income earned in 2024, together with the VAT register for that year, will be available for public inspection from 11 June to 24 June 2026, inclusive.

Réttarvörslugáttin portal won the Innovation Prize 2025, awarded by the Icelandic Financial Management Authority for excellence in public innovation. The Judical Administration has worked on the project with the courts in close cooperation with the Ministry of Justice.

The Icelandic Bar Association and the District Court are organizing a course for judges. The role of judges and their work will be reviewed from the time of their conviction until they submit their assessment and/or attend court.

Abolition of the 18-month rule, discontinuation of renewals of residence permits granted on that basis, and clarification of provisions allowing the revocation of international protection in cases of serious criminal offences.

Digital Iceland continues to develop and improve digital solutions with regular updates on both core services and individual digital services. With the latest update we introduce both new functionality and additions and fixes aimed at increasing security, improving user experience and simplifying service processes for both individuals and companies.

Did you know!... Children under the age of 18 are not permitted to travel across international borders without the consent of both legal guardians – even if travelling with one parent.

On 8 December, the Administrative Board of the Judicial Administration adopted guidelines on legal fees or fees for lawyers and fees for court officers and others No. 1/2023.

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the need to reinforce the European Union’s (EU) preparedness for health emergencies.