How to get a marriage license in Iceland?

The marriage eligibility inquiry shall take pace in the administrative district of the home of either person to be married. In case neither person to be married has legal residence in Iceland, the examination shall be performed in the administrative district where either is staying. No fee shall be charged for issuing a marriage license.

Who is responsible for examination of impediments to marriage in Iceland?

According to the Icelandic Laws in Respect of Marriage No. 31 of April 14th, 1993 examination of impediments to marriage shall be performed by persons empowered to perform marriage ceremonies.

What's happening in Iceland if you're not married?

A group of puffins overlooks the annual Vestmannaeyjar Music Festival -- the largest in the country -- from the high cliffs of Iceland's Westman Islands. A church hosts a wedding on the outskirts of Reykjavik. Iceland leads the developed world in unwed mothers, with two out of every three kids born to parents who are not married.

Is co-habiting legal in Iceland?

The Marriage Act defines this recognised form of joint habitation, stating who may marry and what conditions are to be set for marrying. Marriage also has specific legal effects. There is no comprehensive legislation on co-habiting partners in Iceland and the legal effects of co-habiting are not the same as for marriage.