English is taught as a second language in Iceland and almost every Icelander speaks the language fluently. And more so, most Icelanders speak several other languages including Danish, German, Spanish and French and welcome the opportunity to practice their language skills.

Can you live in Iceland only speaking English?

While Icelandic is the official language, appr. 98% of Icelanders speak English fluently, so the latter is enough to start a new life in Iceland. If you are not a native speaker, note that fluency is absolutely required if you want to do anything other than housekeeping or dishwashing.

Why do so many people in Iceland speak English?

They speak Icelandic (which is essentially Old Norse). Though given that it is a country with a small population - roughly 350,00 people - and a language which hardly anyone else speaks, a lot of Icelanders do speak English simply in order to be able to communicate with the rest of the world.

How much of the population of Iceland speaks English?

So, with that in mind, you might be wondering how widely spoken English is in Iceland. Iceland has a population of 364000 people of whom around 98% or 357000 people speak English.

How much spending money do I need for Iceland?

In general, you should count about 100 USD per night for a 2 person room in a mid-range hotel in rural Iceland, and 150-200 USD in the more popular places and in Reykjavik. Of course, there are many more expensive options and also some budget accommodations.

Is Iceland friendly to foreigners?

Iceland and New Zealand were considered most welcoming towards foreign tourists in a ranking of 140 countries. Both countries scored 6.8 points on a scale of 1 (very unwelcome) to 7 (very welcome) and were followed by Morocco, which scored 6.7.

Is it illegal to have a dog in Iceland?

Dogs are forbidden Strictly speaking, it is forbidden to own dogs in Iceland. In 1971, a complete ban on dogs was enforced in Reykjavík, but 13 years later the rules were changed, and people could own dogs if both owner and dog met a few conditions.

Is Iceland safe at night?

Iceland only has one true city, Reykjavík, and with just over 120,000 people, it is quite a small one. Though the area of Breiðholt is often playfully nicknamed the ghetto, it is by no means as economically deprived as true ghettos in other cities and is perfectly safe to walk through, even at night.

Will my cell phone work in Iceland?

Yes, youll be able to use your mobile/cellphone in most of Icelands main cities and towns. You could also activate global roaming when youre in Iceland; however, be sure to check with your service provider to find out about any fees you may incur when using this option, as sometimes this can be expensive.

How much is a Coke in Iceland?

How much things cost in IcelandItemISK (average)Price in GBP (approx)Cappuccino579£3.32Coke/Pepsi342£1.96Bottle of water263£1.51Meal, inexpensive restaurant2,500£14.3212 more rows