Heimilisfang

Heimilisfang is the Icelandic term for a person’s residential or home address—the place where they live and intend to remain. In Icelandic public administration, heimilisfang serves as a key identifier and a channel for official communication. The information is recorded in the national population register (Þjóðskrá Íslands, Registers Iceland) and individuals are generally expected to keep it up to date when they move.

The heimilisfang is used for many official functions, including taxation, voting eligibility, social security, healthcare, and education enrollment. It also helps determine which municipality and authorities are responsible for providing services. It is distinct from a mailing address (póstfang or sometimes pósthólf), which is where mail is sent. A person can have a different postal address from their heimilisfang, for example if they receive mail at a PO box or a separate address.

Updating heimilisfang typically involves notifying the appropriate authority, often the national registry or tax administration, depending on the context. Domestic moves should be reported within a specified period to ensure records remain accurate for public services and legal processes.

Data privacy and protection laws govern access to and publication of heimilisfang information. While some information may be used in official registries and services, individuals have rights regarding how their address data are stored and shared.

In an international context, the concept is similar to domicile or residence, though the exact rules and implications vary by country.