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Denmark

  • Copenhagen
  • Europe
  • Danish

At a glance

Denmark: know before you go

At a glance

Capital
Copenhagen
Population
5,822,863
Area
42,925 km² · 16,574 sq mi
Languages
Danish
Currency
Danish Krone (DKK)
Time zone
UTC+01:00
Calling code
+45
Drives on the
Right
Internet domain
.dk
Landlocked
No, it has a coastline
More facts
Native name
Danmark
Continent
Europe
Demonym
Danes
Government
unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy

Member of

  • European Union

Neighbouring countries

Entry requirements

Denmark visa requirements

Denmark entry requirements by passport: of 197 passports, 92 can enter without a visa, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 apply online before they travel and 105 need a visa from an embassy or consulate.

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Visa-free92 passports

Visa required105 passports

Safety

Denmark safety: is it safe to visit?

Level 2 of 4Exercise Increased Caution

Due to terrorism

US State Dept, updated August 1, 2025. Advisories change: check your own government's travel advice before you go.

Questions

Denmark: frequently asked questions

Denmark visa: do I need one?
Denmark entry requirements by passport: of 197 passports, 92 can enter without a visa, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 apply online before they travel and 105 need a visa from an embassy or consulate.
Denmark: is it safe to visit?
US State Dept rates Denmark at level 2 of 4. Exercise Increased Caution: Due to terrorism.
Denmark: what currency is used?
Currency in Denmark: Danish Krone (DKK).
Denmark: what language do people speak?
Languages of Denmark: Danish.
Denmark: what is the capital?
The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen.

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A red flag with a white Nordic cross, traditionally said to symbolize Christianity.

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