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National ID number — kennitala

People registered in Iceland’s National Registry receive a kennitala. The application and residence route differ for EEA/EFTA and other foreign nationals.

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AuthorityRegisters Iceland
IdentifierKennitala
Format10 digits
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How the process works

  1. 1

    Choose the EEA/EFTA or non-EEA route.

  2. 2

    Prepare identity and residence documentation.

  3. 3

    Complete pre-registration when available.

  4. 4

    Attend in person and register the legal domicile.

Official starting points
Registers IcelandÍsland.is ID-number guide

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Providers serving Iceland

3 listed
Work in Iceland

Public employment and newcomer paperwork guidance. Listed for Iceland; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Residence permits
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Newland Chase Iceland

Corporate immigration and work-visa assistance. Listed for Iceland; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Company registrationVisasResidence permits
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Moving to Iceland

English-language kennitala and relocation guidance. Listed for Iceland; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Residence permitsRelocation and settlement
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