Persons seeking international protection in Iceland may apply for a temporary residence and work permit while their application is being processed.

The continued journey towards strengthening professional, transparent, and responsible administration

The Minister of Justice has appointed Jónas Þór Guðmundsson as a judge with a first post at the Reykjanes District Court from 13 March. At the same time, the Minister of Justice has appointed Brynjar Níelsson as a judge with a post at the Reykjavík District Court from 14 February to 31 December 2025.

Since the beginning of the year, the Research Department at Akureyri Hospital (SAk) has introduced numerous new biochemical tests, enabling faster and more accurate diagnostics for patients in North Iceland.

We wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year in 2025.

Gudmundur Snæbjörnsson recently started his career as an assistant to the judges at the Supreme Court.

Iceland has implemented new European Union regulations on drone operations through Regulation No. 1360/2024.

A driver holding a provisional licence must undergo a driving assessment before he receives a full licence.

Accommodation places are classified according to whether there are also catering or drinking.

Institutions, associations and organizations may submit to public fundraising for legal purposes.