This guide outlines the process for accessing information from the Icelandic vehicle register through the Ísland.is portal. It's crucial for anyone considering purchasing a used vehicle to verify its details, ownership, and inspection schedule. By performing a register search, you can conduct essential due diligence to help prevent issues related to liens, damage history, or undisclosed information. Remember that this digital search supplements, but does not replace, a physical inspection or a legally binding sales contract.

When importing a vehicle to Iceland, you must navigate a multi-stage process involving customs clearance, pre-registration with the Icelandic Transport Authority (Samgöngustofa), vehicle inspection, and obtaining mandatory insurance. This procedure applies to new and used vehicles being brought into the country for permanent use. Ensure you have all necessary documentation and understand the associated fees before starting the process to avoid delays.

If you hold an Icelandic Category B driving licence and need to operate vehicle combinations with heavier trailers, you must obtain a Category BE endorsement. This page guides you through the process, from understanding the eligibility criteria and required practical training to applying via Ísland.is and passing the final practical test. Successful completion leads to a new licence issued by the District Commissioner, granting legal authority for up to 3,500 kg total trailer weight.

In Iceland, owners of all vehicles are required to pay a kilometre fee based on the distance driven and periodically report their vehicle's odometer readings. This process ensures compliance with national road-use charges, applying to both locally registered and temporarily imported vehicles. This guide outlines the necessary steps for submitting readings via Ísland.is or during official inspections and clarifies payment obligations with the relevant authorities.

If your vehicle's number plates are lost, stolen, or damaged, it is crucial to arrange for replacements promptly to ensure your vehicle remains legal for road use in Iceland. This guide provides registered owners with the necessary steps to order new number plates through the official Ísland.is portal or by contacting the Icelandic Transport Authority (Samgöngustofa). It outlines the process, potential reporting requirements for theft, and what to expect regarding production and delivery.

Professional drivers in Iceland who operate vehicles requiring a tachograph must apply for a personal digital driver card. This page outlines the complete process, including eligibility criteria such as holding a valid EEA driving licence and specific heavy vehicle categories, along with proof of registered domicile. You will learn about submitting your application, especially if you do not hold an Icelandic driving licence, and what documents are required by Samgöngustofa.