Co-payment for technical aids

• A healthcare professional will fill out an application for you.  

• In the application, the employee justifies the need for the assistive device with a diagnosis, medical history, and other information.  

• If an application is approved, you will receive a letter about it in the digital mailbox on My Pages.  

• Then you have the right to have the assistive device subsidized. 

• You may buy 2 months’ supply at a time.  

You can always see all information about the status on My Pages. There you can see what percentage of the cost is paid by Iceland Health and for how long (1 year, 5 years, 10 years or more). 

Once the application has been approved, you will be told where you can pick up the device. If you offer to have the assistive device sent home, you do not pay for the delivery. 

• Devices can be returned to Iceland Health.  

• If you are outside the capital area, you can send the device to Iceland Health with Eimskip Flytandi. You do not pay for shipping.  

• Eimskip Flytandi also transports larger aids such as beds that do not fit in regular cars.  

• It is important that your ID number is included so that Iceland Health registers the returns correctly.  

Health insurance contributes to the cost of necessary assistive devices for the driver's disability or for passengers in wheelchairs.  

Example: 

• Modification of the braking system and throttle (driving vehicle). 

• Fixed ramps/lifts for wheelchair users. 

What is the application process like? 

• The application process for assistive devices in a car is the same as for other assistive devices.  

• The application must be accompanied by a completed checklist for assistive devices in the vehicle. 

• Checklist with application for assistive devices for vehicles.  

Who is responsible for installing assistive devices in cars? 

Companies that sell assistive devices for cars and arrange for installation: 

• Bílaklæðningar, Kársnesbraut 100, 200 Kópavogur, phone: 554-0040. 

• Bílaskjól, Akralind 3, 201 Kópavogur, phone: 564-0900. 

• Bílasport ehf., Bryggjuvör 3, 200 Kópavogur, phone: 845-3210. 

• Öryggismiðstöðin, Askalind 1, 201 Kópavogur, phone: 570-2400. 

Please note that Bílasport is responsible for the installation, maintenance and service of equipment from Öryggismiðstöðin. 

Individuals who apply for assistive devices for cars may also be entitled to a supplement/grant for the purchase of a car from Tryggingastofnun. See further information on the website for Tryggingastofnun. 

Iceland Health employs a team of specialists for specialised communication devices.  

When it is considered that a specialized communication tool is needed, an application must be made for the involvement of that team.  

Subsequently, the person who submits the application is contacted.  

Examples of communication aids: 

• Computers. 

• Speech synthesisers 

• Dedicated switches 

• Eye steering equipment. 

Please refer to the Icelandic version of this page.