Information about identification (ID) numbers
Everyone who resides in Iceland is registered at Registers Iceland and must have an identification (ID) number, which is a ten-digit number. The ID number serves as a gateway to Icelandic society.
Information about identification (ID) numbers
Information about identification Numbers – Multicultural and information centre- The first six digits in an ID number indicate the day, month and year of the individual´s birth. Registers Iceland keeps information concerning domiciles, names, births, christenings, changes of address, marriages, cohabitation, divorces, deaths, and so on.
- Foreign citizens are required to obtain an ID number from Registers Iceland. ID numbers are necessary, to mention some examples, in order to open a bank account, register one´s domicile or obtain a home telephone.
- It is possible to apply for ID numbers on forms found on the following website. The application form must be printed out, signed and sent in by mail, e-mail, fax or brought to the reception desk.
Information on ID numbers, Registers Iceland
Registers Iceland
Borgartún 21
150 Reykjavík
Fax: (+354) 515-5410
skra@skra.is
Important information for citizens moving to Iceland
First steps for EEA and EFTA Citizens
First steps for Non-EEA & EFTA Citizens
Order Form for the booklet First Steps in Iceland
First steps for EEA and EFTA Citizens
First steps for Non-EEA & EFTA Citizens
Order Form for the booklet First Steps in Iceland
Links of interest
Laws and regulations
