Moving your belongings to Iceland can be a challenge. We have gathered some information to help you the first steps in moving and some alternatives you might want to look at. The list is not exhaustive.
Iceland's largest two logistics companies are Eimskip and Samskip.
Smyril Line - MS Norröna the North Atlantic ferry offers transportation and accommodation.
Icelandair Cargo offers air freight for your personal effects.
Whether you need furniture, clothing, or books. You can often get things for a small price or even for free on a social media marketplace. Secondhand shops are easy to find in Reykjavik.
If planning to ship a car to Iceland contact the Iceland Revenue and Customs for detailed information.
Due to high custom tariffs and various fees, it can become quite costly to import a car. Other options can be considered, buying a used car or renting a long-term car to name a few.
Various important information can be found at The Icelandic Automobile Association which offers various services for its members and has a strong position as the consumer organisation for Icelandic car owners.
Like in most other countries foreign driver licenses can be used in Iceland for six months. After six months one needs to get an Icelandic one.
The District Commissioner is the public authority in Iceland that issues the Icelandic driver's license. Please find more information here on the application process.
Here is the form you have to fill out to exchange a foreign driving license (in Icelandic). As the form is only in Icelandic just email directly to okuskirteini@syslumenn.is for further and more detailed information.
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