21st February 2025

Historic Results of the Service Quality Survey for the District Commissioners' Offices 2024

A new Service Quality Survey, conducted from November 2024 to January 2025, reveals that the public is increasingly satisfied with the services provided by the District Commissioners and holds these offices in high regard. The survey reached people from across the country and shed light on various aspects of services and interactions with the District Commissioners' offices.

7th February 2025

District Commissioners – Digital Transformation in Two Years

The District Commissioners' Offices have achieved significant progress in digital transformation during 2023–2024 and are now among the leading institutions in digital solutions. Most service processes have been digitised, enabling citizens to access services without needing to visit in person. Each year, the District Commissioners serve nearly 60% of the population.

6th February 2025

The District Commissioner's office in Siglufjörður will close at 12:00 on Thursday, 6th February

due to weather conditions and public safety concerns

6th February 2025

Services at the District Commissioner’s office in East Iceland are expected to be reduced on Thursday, 6th February due to weather conditions

It is expected that offices may need to be closed

28th January 2025

Is everything okay with the passport?

Did you know!... that one of the most annoying things you can encounter is passport trouble when you're about to go on vacation.

23rd December 2024

It is possible to submit an electronic inheritance report electronically

It is now possible to submit an electronic inheritance report at the end of the estate settlement if the parties have electronic identification.

12th December 2024

List of certified journeymen on Ísland.is

A new list of certified journeymen has been published on Ísland.is. This is the first time such a list has been made publicly available in one central location. The list allows you to see if tradesmen offering their services have the required certifications.

8th December 2024

Contracts for non-local work in rural areas

Notification from the Government of Iceland

6th December 2024

The District Commissioner’s offices in East Iceland

in Eskifjörður and Vopnafjörður, will be closed on the following days:

5th December 2024

Permits for fireworks displays and bonfires during the holidays

Individuals who wish to hold bonfires and/or fireworks displays on New Year's Eve and/or on the 6th of January are encouraged to apply for permits in a timely manner.