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Iceland Travel & Emergency Guide

Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips

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Emergency Numbers in Iceland

112
General Emergency
112
Police
112
Ambulance / Medical
112
Fire Department

Key Travel Facts

Capital
Reykjavík
Currency
ISK (Krone)
Official Language
Icelandic
Country Code
+354

Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Iceland

Urban / City
50 km/h
Rural
80 km/h (gravel), 90 km/h (asphalt)
Highway
90 km/h
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰

Toll & Vignette: Toll only for the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel.

Tipping & Etiquette

Recommendation: Tipping is not expected. Service and taxes are already included in the prices.

Power Sockets & Tap Water

Plug Type & Electricity: Type C & F (230V, 50Hz).

Tap Water: Excellent, clear spring water. Never buy bottled water in plastic bottles in Iceland!

Insider Tip: The weather in Iceland changes by the minute. Dress in layers ('onion principle').

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