sendiráð

Sendiráð is the Icelandic word for embassy. An embassy is a diplomatic mission, the official residence or the chief diplomat's workplace, of an ambassador of a sending country in a receiving country. Embassies are usually located in the capital city of the receiving country. They are state-owned territory and are protected by the host country's laws and international treaties. The primary functions of an embassy include representing the sending country's government, protecting its citizens abroad, promoting friendly relations, and facilitating trade and cultural exchange.

Iceland maintains a network of embassies in various countries around the world. These sendiráð play a crucial role in Iceland's foreign policy, fostering diplomatic ties and advancing the nation's interests on the international stage. The staff of an Icelandic embassy typically includes an ambassador, diplomats, administrative personnel, and sometimes cultural or trade attachés. They work to uphold Iceland's values, engage in dialogue with host governments, and provide services to Icelandic citizens residing or traveling in the host country. The establishment and operation of embassies are governed by international conventions such as the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.