Does Iceland have a Defence force?

Iceland’s defences consist of the Icelandic Coast Guard, which patrols Icelandic waters and monitors its airspace, and other services such as the National Commissioner’s National Security and Special Forces Units. Iceland is however the only NATO member which maintains no standing army.

Why is there no army in Iceland?

Iceland has no standing army. The most obvious reason is that the population of Iceland is too small to have a capable military, plus it is much too expensive. The Icelandic Coast Guard maintains defences for Iceland and is armed with small arms, naval artillery and air defence radar stations.

Did Iceland ever have an army?

Iceland has no military, but the country’s coast guard fulfills most military missions, and is responsible for maintaining Keflavik as a military installation. The last U.S. forces left Iceland in 2006. U.S. aircraft occasionally still use the base’s facilities.

Can you wear camo in Iceland?

You could walk around in full camo gear and, other than a few raised eyebrows, I don’t think anyone would have an issue. Never heard of such a rule ever, does it really exist? Strictly speaking you can’t wear a balaclava (lambhushettu) according to the police decree for Reykjavik.

Can you buy a gun in Iceland?

Laws on gun ownership in Iceland. Gun ownership is strictly regulated in Iceland. Collectors must hold a firearms license for five years and maintain appropriate storage facilities for the weapons before they are allowed to apply for a collector’s permit—a necessity for obtaining semi-automatic weapons.

Why can’t you own a dog in Iceland?

In 1924, the city of Reykjavik banned keeping dogs as pets. The city’s residents aren’t all cat people—rather, the measure was meant to prevent echinococcosis, a type of tapeworm that can be passed from dogs to humans.

Can you vape in Iceland?

Interestingly, as a country, Iceland is relatively pro-vaping. They’re the first country to implement specific vaping laws that are fairly consumer friendly. The law passed means advertising is permitted and restaurants and small businesses are free to choose whether customers are allowed to vape or not.