Approval of car repair shop
Only approved car repair workshops are permitted to repair vehicles that have been declared damaged. Approved workshops can send in certificate of repair to the Icelandic Transport Authority in order to repeal vehicle damage registration.
Approval of car repair workshop
In order for car repair workshops to be approved by the Icelandic Transport Authority they have to pass audit by the following auditors:
As of January 1, 2024, the following applies:
When the workshop has passed an audit the technical director can apply for approval of the workshop by the Icelandic Transport Authority.
Requirements for approved car repair workshops
Have certified quality management system that has passed audit by specified auditors.
Fulfill requirements regarding documentation of the repair.
Have access to car manufacturer's instructions regarding repair.
Have an employee that has been authorized to issue certificates regarding vehicle structure.
Have an employee that has been authorized to issue certificates regarding vehicle wheel alignment or signed contract with another workshop that has an authorized personnel.
Have a technical director who must be educated in automotive mechanics, automotive engineering, technology or engineering. As of January 1, 2024, the person concerned must have the job of technical director as their main job.
The repair shop must be equipped with appropriate equipment for repairing vehicles according to the manufacturer's instructions.
To maintain acceptance, the repair shop must pass an annual audit.
As of January 1, 2024, the technical director has to a apply for extension of approval with the Icelandic Transport Authority.
Approved car repair workshop do always have to fulfil these requirements. If there are any changes in operations, personnel matters or other matters such that the requirements are no longer met it have to be reported to the Icelandic Transport Authorities.
Extension of approval
Car repair workshops need to apply for extension of approval annually after they have passed annual audit by approved auditor.
It is allowed to apply for extension one month before the recognition date. If no application has been received one month from the recognition date the workshop will be removed from the list.
Applications are not processed until notification of the audit is received from the auditor.
Service provider
The Icelandic Transport Authority