Iceland took part in the second edition of the Europa Song Contest which was hosted by the country in Oldenburg. The country was represented by Birgir with the song "Last For Long". The entry was be selected via the broadcaster of the country, RÚV. The song failed to qualify because got the 14th place in the semi-final with 55 points.
At the allocation draw, Iceland was drawn to compete in the first semi-final. At the running order draw in the first semi final, Iceland was drawn to perform sevententh, following Czech Republic.
Both the semi-finals and the final were broadcast by RÚV. George was the final and semi-finals television commentators respectively. Kristbjörg Kjeld was the spokesperson that announced the Icelandic voting in the final.