Practical Information
Are you wondering what kind of weather you can expect in June, what a yellow alert may mean, and where it is announced? Or, maybe you are not sure if you need any cash... and what about the volcanoes?
Don´t worry, here you can find links and a comprehensive overview which will make you an expert on travelling to Iceland!
| Website/App | Content | Link |
|---|---|---|
| MUST HAVE SafeTravel |
Operated by ICE‑SAR — The Icelandic Association for Search and Rescue provides secure and well‑sourced information for travellers about Icelandic conditions and safety. An app for Android and iPhone is available. It is important as it will send regular updates, information, and alerts if something BIG happens. Please install it on your smartphones. | www.safetravel.is |
| Vedur.is Weather |
Vedur is the website of the Icelandic Met Office, and here you can check the weather forecast as well as the related weather alerts. There are three levels of alerts in Iceland: Yellow – Orange – Red. | https://en.vedur.is |
| Road.is | Vegagerðin – Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration – IRCA. The state of the roads is one of the most popular topics of complaint among Icelanders, alongside the weather. IRCA operates a very useful website with regularly updated road closures and conditions. Check the conditions before you decide to enjoy that road trip! Mountain roads (F roads) are accessible only by 4×4 vehicles. | https://umferdin.is/en |
| Clothing | The weather in Iceland changes quickly, and the seasons blend into one another. Here is some advice on packing for your Iceland trip – before you try squishing your entire closet into a suitcase. June may be fairly windy, and it can be raining a lot too. | www.visiticeland.com |
| Emergency | In an emergency, call 1‑1‑2. You can dial +354 112 or contact the service via webchat; the webchat with the emergency operator is available at the link on the right. Citizens of EEA countries should not forget to bring their EHIC card (European Health Insurance Card), which is accepted in Iceland. | https://www.112.is/en |
All you need to know
The local currency is Icelandic Króna (plural Krónur): ISK
Bank cards are accepted basically everywhere, and you can use your phone for contactless transactions during your travels in Iceland. Cash is not used as much, but is accepted.
The exchange rate details: https://cb.is/statistics/official-exchange-rate/
The Agricultural University of Iceland has approximately 500 students and 100 staff on its two campuses. The main campus is located in Hvanneyri, approximately an hour's drive north of Reykjavík. The second and smaller campus is in Keldnaholt, on the northern edge of the capital city.
IROICA Staff Training takes place in Hvanneyri in the main building called Ásgarður. The relative remoteness of the settlement of Hvanneyri and the size of the university are the limiting factors for the 29th IROICA Staff Training edition. Therefore, we can accept only as many as many we can accommodate on campus and fit into our largest lecture hall, the Ársalur.
Reykjavík University is the only private higher education institution in Iceland. It is located in the heart of Iceland’s capital, offering a strong focus on technology, business, law, and interdisciplinary research. With approximately 4,000 students, RU provides a modern, international learning environment supported by close ties to industry.
The university’s scenic campus sits by Öskjuhlíð Hill in Reykjavík and features flexible study spaces and sustainable design, creating an inspiring setting for study, research, and collaboration.
