When leaving Iceland, there are several bureaucratic matters that need to be addressed before the departure.
Places where an individual might have to de-register.
Þjóðskrá - Registers Iceland: Notify the National registry that they are leaving.
Bank: Close any Icelandic bank accounts.
Tax office: The tax year is the calendar year. An individual subject to a limited tax liability must file a tax return to the tax office in the region where they live, while staying in the country, not later than one week before they leave the country.
Rent: Rental contract should be terminated, usually a notice of 1-3 months must be given (starting from the 1st of the month following the date the landlord was informed)
Utility services: Heat, internet, electricity services have to be cancelled.
Telephone provider: Telephone provider must be informed and any phone contracts must be cancelled.
Medical information: When applicable, it is advisable that individuals visit their local clinics and see their doctor before leaving in order to transfer necessary information to their next destination.
Post office: The post office must be notified about the change of address in order for mail to be delivered to a new destination.
Unemployment: Rights to unemployment benefits can be transferred to another EU/EEA country. The relevant authorities should be informed before moving.