Iceland
Iceland
People: Icelander
Iceland is the land of fire and ice, powered almost entirely by renewable geothermal and hydroelectric energy. Iceland is located in Northern Europe and has a population of around 391,810. Its capital city is Reykjavik, and the most widely spoken official language is Icelandic. As an island nation, Iceland has no land borders.
By the numbers, Iceland is the 173rd most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to under 0.01% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 106th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 4 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Iceland — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Iceland |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Reykjavik |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Northern Europe |
| Population | 391,810 |
| Area | 103,000 km² |
| Currency | Icelandic króna (ISK) kr |
| Official Language | Icelandic |
| Dialling Code | +354 |
| Internet TLD | .is |
| Timezone | UTC |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | IS / ISL |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Iceland
What is the capital and currency of Iceland?
The capital of Iceland is Reykjavik and the currency is the Icelandic króna (ISK), symbol kr.
What is the capital of Iceland?
The capital of Iceland is Reykjavik.
What currency does Iceland use?
Iceland uses the Icelandic króna (ISK, symbol: kr).
What language do they speak in Iceland?
The official language of Iceland is Icelandic.
What is the dialling code for Iceland?
The international dialling code for Iceland is +354.
What side of the road does Iceland drive on?
Iceland drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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