General Information Capital:Reykjavik Area:103,000 km2 Population:319,246 (July 1, 2009). Electricity:220 volts AC, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin IDD:+354 Timezone:GMT(all year)
Language Language: Icelandic (official); English, German, Danish and other Nordic languages are widely spoken.
Government Government: Constitutional Republic
Religion Religion: Protestant, Roman Catholic, Evangelical Lutheran
Health Health: The following vaccinations are recommended: Tetanus
Business Hours Business Hours: Mon-Fri: 08.00-16.00 (summer) and 09.00-17.00 (winter) Some firms close down completely for an annual three-week holiday; this is usually in July.
Traffic Traffic: Traffic drives on the right. Drivers must be over 20 years of age
Driving License Driving License: International license
Climate Climate: Temperate; moderated by North Atlantic Current; mild, windy winters; damp, cool summers
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