Denmark Holidays

Your passport must be less than 10 years old on the day you arrive and valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area.

You can visit Denmark without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for tourism.

Be prepared to register your fingerprint and photo at the border under the new Entry/Exit System, which may cause delays.

At border control, you may need to show a return or onward ticket and proof you have enough money for your stay.

You do not need a visa to visit Greenland or the Faroe Islands for tourism.

Declare cash or travellers cheques if you are carrying 10,000 euros or more when you enter Denmark.

You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into Denmark, with limited exceptions.

When travelling from Denmark to Sweden, check the specific border control requirements that may be in place.

Children aged 11 or younger will not have their fingerprints scanned at the border but may need to have their photo taken.

Pickpockets and bag-snatchers operate in crowded tourist areas like Copenhagen's main shopping street and central station.

Thieves use distraction techniques, particularly on crowded public transport and in places like hotel lobbies and cafes.

It is illegal to wear clothing that conceals your face in a public place, and you could face a fine.

Even small quantities of illegal drugs like cannabis are strictly prohibited and carry severe penalties including long jail sentences.

If you hire and use an electric scooter under the influence of alcohol, you could be prosecuted for drink-driving and fined.

Cyclists often have the right of way, so always check cycle lanes before turning right.

Take extra care in areas like Christiania and Nørrebro late at night due to instances of gang violence.