The police collects information about attempted scams til understand what is going on so that they can warn people or try to stop it.

Those residing in Iceland cannot adopt a child from abroad unless the District Commissioner grants approval by issuing a pre-approval for the adoption.

You can apply for permission to place a mobile explosives storage.

In order to purchase explosives and import them, a permit from the Chief of Police is required. This also applies tothe purchase of precursors for making ...

Application to the Nature Conservation Agency for a permit to carry out activities in protected areas

Children start compulsory school in the year they turn six and are allocated a place at their designated neighborhood school.

Individuals traveling with firearms whith layover in Iceland need to apply for a police permit.

Voters may endorse the candidate lists that intend to run in the municipal elections.

As of 1 January 2026, the obligation to register lease agreements in the HMS Rent register will apply to all parties who rent out residential housing.

Application to the Icelandic Tourist Board for a permit to operate a travel agency.