The application is for an individual who has lived in Iceland for four years with a residence permit that can be the basis of a permanent residence permit.

The Directorate of Fisheries handles the allocation of catch authorisations to fishing vessels.

An alcohol licence shall grant licences for the production of alcohol, the import of alcohol for the production or sale of alcohol.

Custody emphasises the care and protection aspect of parents. Custody may be shared or in the hands of one of the parents.

The foster care of a child includes temporary or permanent care provided by special foster parents

Icelandic universities are centres of knowledge and part of an international educational and scientific community.

The heirs may divide the estate themselves and this is called the private transfer of the estate and must be completed within one year from the death.