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Information for survivors of sexual abuse

In general

If you have been sexually assaulted, it is important to contact the police.

Call 112 if the crime is ongoing or has just occurred.

If some time has passed, you can contact the police:

Advice

You can always contact the police for advice regarding a crime you or a family member has been a victim of.

It is not mandatory to file a formal complaint or report to receive advice.

Emergency services for victims of sexual abuse

It is important that you seek help as soon as possible.

  • Emergency department at Landspítali in Fossvogur

  • Emergency department of the Akureyri Hospital

  • Accident Unit in Akranes

  • Emergency services in Selfoss

  • Emergency services in the Westman Islands

  • Emergency Department of the District Hospital of East Iceland in Neskaupsstaður

  • Health care in the home

Help and resources

There are various resources available if you need advice. It doesn't matter how long ago the violence occurred.

You can always get help.

More information on help and resources

Service provider

The Icelandic Po­lice