Language

Icelandic, but English is widely spoken.

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Money

The unit of currency is the Islensk Krona (ISK), plural kronur, divided into 100 aurar. Iceland's three banks, Islandsbanki, Landsbanki Island and Bunaoarbanki, all offer foreign exchange facilities and can be found in even the tiniest villages. Most have ATMs on their premises, available after banking hours, which are usually Monday to Friday from 9.15am to 4pm. Credit cards are widely used in Iceland for purchases and cash advances, and travelers checks are accepted by all banks and most hotels. Travelers checks in U.S. dollars get the best exchange rate charges.

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Communications

The international country code for Iceland is +354. The outgoing code is 00, followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 001 for the U.S.). City/area codes are not in use. Note that Icelanders are listed by their first names in the telephone directories, not the last. Iceland has the highest per capital mobile phone use in the world with GSM networks and there are roaming agreements with most international mobile phone companies. Iceland Telecom rent mobile phones to visitors. There are numerous Internet cafes around the country.

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Tipping

Service charges are included in bills, and tipping is not expected.

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Safety

Iceland is an extremely safe country to visit, the only threats being a low level of petty crime and rapidly changing weather conditions, which necessitate keeping a check if you are on the road.

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Health

There are no specific health risks associated with travel to Iceland, and no vaccinations are necessary for entry unless you are arriving from an area known to be infected with yellow fever, in which case a certificate is required. Medical care in the country is of high quality. Payment is usually expected in cash from visitors. Travel health insurance is highly recommended.

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Electricity

Iceland's electricity supply is 220 volts, 50Hz, the same as in most European countries. Plugs and sockets are of the two-pin type as in Continental Europe.

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