It began on 31 March 2010 with a match between NSÍ Runavík and ÍF Fuglafjørður and ended on 23 October 2010.

HB Tórshavn were the defending champions, having won their 20th league championship last season.

KÍ Klaksvík and 07 Vestur were relegated to 1. deild after finishing 9th and 10th in the 2009 season.

The additional home game for every match-up is randomly assigned prior to the season.

Including matches on 23 October; Source: Faroese FA