VISIT DENMARK

Though small in size, this Scandinavian country (and homeland of Lego!) is rich in culture, Michelin-stared cuisine, and rugged coastline.

Currency

kr - Danish krone (1kr≃ 0,13€ ≃ 0,14$ ≃0,12£)

POPULATION

5,9 millions

MAIN LANGUAGE

Danish

AREA

42,943 km²

TIME ZONE

UTC+1 / UTC+2

FLAG

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Denmark is renowned for its plethora of museums, architecture, design, and Michelin-starred restaurants. Copenhagen, its capital, is home to the royal palaces and the colorful Nyhavn harbour, as well as the Tivoli amusement park and the iconic Little Mermaid statue.

There are a couple of things to know before travelling to Denmark:

Water: Tap water is considered safe to drink in Denmark.

Driving: Traffic drives on the right-hand side of the road. The main speed limits are as follows: 50 kph / 30 mph on main roads within built-up areas, 80 kph / 50 mph on main roads outside built-up areas, and 110-130 kph / 68-80 mph on motorways. Dipped headlights must be lit at all times.

Plugs: The plug type used in Denmark is: F, which has two grounding holes. Denmark operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz frequency.

Tipping: As a general rule, tipping is uncommon in restaurants and cafés in Denmark. According to Danish law, any service charge, including tips for waiters, is already included in the bills in restaurants.

Payment: Bank cards - either debit or credit cards - are widely accepted across Denmark, the most common ones being Visa and Mastercard. Few places may not accept American Express. The use of cash money is still possible but decreasing. The majority of stores in Denmark accept cash, however, there are an increasing number of stores that exclusively accept credit cards or mobile payments. You should also be aware that many supermarkets and kiosks stop accepting cash around 8 pm.

Basic language: Hej = Hello, God dag = Good morning; Farvel = Goodbye; Ja = Yes; Ingen = No; Tak skal du have = Thank you; Mange tak = Thank you very much; Vær venlig = Please; Selv tak = You're welcome; Undskyld mig = Excuse me; Dag = Day; Nat = Night; God aften = Good evening; Godnat = Goodnight; Sir = Mister; Fru = Ma'am; Gade = Street; Vej = Road

Holidays and closing days: Sunday is a closing day for many stores, although many larger shops and department stores remain open. There are 9 official public holidays in Denmark: New Year's Day (January 01), Maundy Thursday 'Skærtorsdag', Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Monday, General Prayer Day, Ascension Day, Pentecost Sunday, Whit Monday, Christmas Day (December 25-26). On these days, most businesses and offices will be closed, and many attractions may be shut or have limited opening hours. On top of that, there is also the Constitution Day 'Grundlovsdag' (June 05), which is not an official public holiday but during which the majority of workers are granted half – or sometimes even a whole – day off of work.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The information below is provided merely as an indication and applies for short-term tourism visa purposes only. Before your trip to Denmark, or if you are planning to come to Denmark for another purpose (work, studies, ...), check the official information on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark website: https://um.dk/

No visa needed if you are a citizen of one of the following countries:
Austria; Belgium; Bulgaria; Croatia; Cyprus; Czechia; Estonia; Finland; France; Germany; Greece; Hungary; Iceland; Ireland; Italy; Latvia; Liechtenstein; Lithuania; Luxembourg, Malta; Netherlands; Norway; Poland; Portugal; Romania; Slovakia; Slovenia; Spain; Sweden; Switzerland

Visa-free but limited to maximum 90 days for a period of 180 days if you are a citizen of one of the following countries: Albania; Andorra; Antigua and Barbuda; Argentina; Australia; Bahamas; Barbados; Bosnia and Herzegovina; Brazil; Brunei; Canada; Chile; Colombia; Costa Rica; Dominica; El Salvador; Georgia; Grenada; Guatemala; Honduras; Hong Kong; Israel; Japan; Kiribati; Macao; Malaysia; Marshall Islands; Mauritius; Mexico; Micronesia; Moldova; Monaco; Montenegro; New-Zealand; Nicaragua; North Macedonia; Palau; Panama; Paraguay; Peru; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; San Marino; Serbia; Seychelles; Singapore; Solomon islands; South Korea; Taiwan; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Trinidad and Tobago; Tuvalu; Ukraine; United Arab Emirates; United Kingdom; United States of America; Uruguay; Vanuatu; Vatican; Venezuela

Visa required (Schengen visa) if you are a citizen of one of the following countries: Afghanistan; Algeria; Angola; Armenia; Azerbaijan; Bahrain; Bangladesh; Belarus; Belize; Benin; Bhutan; Bolivia; Botswana; Burkina Faso; Burundi; Cambodia; Cameroon; Cape Verde; Central African Republic; Chad; China; Comoros; Congo; Congo (Dem. Rep); Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast); Cuba; Djibouti; Dominican Republic; Ecuador; Egypt; Equatorial Guinea; Eritrea; Eswatini; Ethiopia; Fiji; Gabon; Gambia; Ghana; Guinea; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Haiti; India; Indonesia; Iran; Iraq; Jamaica; Jordan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Kosovo; Kuwait; Kyrgyzstan; Laos; Lebanon; Lesotho; Liberia; Libya; Madagascar; Malawi; Maldives; Mali; Mauritania; Mongolia; Morocco; Mozambique; Myanmar; Namibia; Nauru; Nepal; Niger; Nigeria; North Korea; Oman; Pakistan; Palestinian territories; Papua New Guinea; Philippines; Qatar; Russia; Rwanda; Sao Tome and Principe; Saudi Arabia; Senegal; Sierra Leone; Somalia; South Africa; South Sudan; Sri Lanka; Sudan; Suriname; Syria; Tajikistan; Tanzania; Thailand; Togo; Tunisia; Turkey; Turkmenistan; Uganda; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu; Vietnam; Yemen; Zambia; Zimbabwe

❄️ December – February: During winter in Denmark, you will be more likely to encounter chilly temperatures. However, it comes with the benefit of snow and frost, which transform the stunning scenery into a winter wonderland. The limited amount of daylight hours can shorten your exploration days, but it doesn't mean you can't have fun. Make reservations for a gourmet dinner, go ice skating, or visit the local Christmas market. At this time of the year, the temperatures in Copenhagen usually range from 0°C (32F) to 5°C (41F).

🌱 March – May: In spring, you can see the flowers blooming and the foliage turning green. It's a terrific time to visit Denmark, and go out and experience the country while taking advantage of the off-season prices. Many individuals take part in a variety of springtime activities during this period: check out the cherry blossoms, rent a bike or go on a boat ride to explore Copenhagen’s harbour and canals.

☀️ June – August: Denmark is the ideal location for your summer vacation, with more than 400 islands and thousands of miles of beautiful coastline. If you find yourself in Copenhagen, you can enjoy several parks, urban spaces, and city beaches during the long summer days. During summer, the temperatures in Copenhagen usually range from 11°C (52F) to 22°C (72F).

🍂 September – November: Autumn in Denmark is a time to get in hygge mode: cosy jumpers, hot beverages and candle lights. Even though the autumn weather might be fickle, you can always find a welcoming shelter in one of the many museums and art galleries in Copenhagen.

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