Newcomers in Akureyri

The Multicultural Information Center has a lot of information and advice about moving til Iceland in general

Useful information for people moving to Akureyri regarding services and utilities may be found here. 

Things to know when moving to Akureyri

Useful information for people moving to Akureyri may be found here. 

When moving to Akureyri:

• Put your name on your post-box to be sure of receiving post, including important letters.
• Get IceKey (Íslykill)
• Get electronic certificate (rafræn skilríki, site in Icelandic) which connects the verification data to the certificate holder and confirms who they are.
  *A passport or driving license issued in Iceland are required in order to apply for an electronic certificate.
• Subscription Agreement for an individual, please visit your bank in Iceland for further information
• Green Akureyri. Recycling in Akureyri.
• KEA card - (site in Icelandic) A discount and benefits card that gives members, upon presentation, discount terms with a number of partners (e.g. NETTÓ)

Further information for moving to Iceland:

• The Multicultural and Information Centre (MCC) provides a wealth of information.
• Centralized portal for public services in Iceland at www.island.is/en
• How to register for ID number (kennitala)

 Immigrant rights and services