Frequent questions about Reykjavík City

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What do you want to know?

Here you will find frequently asked questions and answers about the City's services. If you can't find what you're looking for, you can contact us by clicking on the chat window in the corner.

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Preschool

Here you will find frequently asked questions and answers about preschool.

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Primary school

Here you will find frequently asked questions and answers about primary schools.

After-school program

Here you will find frequently asked questions and answers about after-school programs.

Snow removal

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Reykjavík City employment

The City of Reykjavík is both the largest municipality and workplace in Iceland. We have over 450 diverse work locations, with approximately 11,000 employees. All vacancies are advertised on the City’s website.

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Property rates

Swimming pools

When are the swimming pools open?

Municipal swimming pools are open every day of the week. Most days of the year, swimming pools have regular opening hours.

 

There are different opening hours around Christmas, Easter, and other public holidays, and they vary by pool.

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Frequent questions about waste collection

Do you have any questions about waste collection, sorting, or recycling?

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Services for older people

Where can I get the blueprints for my house?

All master plans for buildings are available in Reykjavík City's blueprint archive. Secondary plans, not yet in the blueprint archive, can be viewed at the Service Center in Höfðatorg. Blueprints are available all weekdays from 8:30am to 3pm. 

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