Travel advice for Denmark

Exercise a high degree of caution in Denmark due to the terrorism threat. Remain alert in public places, transport hubs and crowded events, and expect petty theft in tourist areas, on public transport, in hotels and restaurants. In Copenhagen, gang violence has occurred in Christiania, Nørrebro and Brønshøj Husum. In Christiania, avoid open drug trading and do not take photographs, as tourists have been assaulted and robbed for doing so.

The United States advises travellers to exercise increased caution in the Kingdom of Denmark because terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks, which could occur with little or no warning. Possible targets include tourist attractions, transport hubs, markets, public areas, hotels, local government facilities and major sporting or cultural events. The advice covers Denmark, the Faroe Islands and Greenland.

Australia advises normal precautions for Denmark.

Exercise normal precautions in Denmark, where security is good. Greenland and the Faroe Islands are not in the EU or Schengen area; Greenland accepts only a passport, while the Faroe Islands accept a passport or ID. Basic care is available there, but serious illness or injury must be treated in Denmark or Iceland; carry a travel pharmacy and check insurance coverage. Pets cannot enter the Faroe Islands without local residence.

Travel to Denmark is generally safe when the usual precautions are followed. The advice identifies no destination-specific risks or regions requiring stronger precautions.

Exercise normal precautions when travelling to Denmark. Carry a valid passport or ID card throughout the journey, including for children, as a driving licence is not a travel document. Estonians may travel visa-free, and travellers are advised to take travel insurance and obtain a European Health Insurance Card. Drivers should check licences, vehicle documents and local rules; Greenland and the Faroe Islands have special status, although Danish laws also apply.

Germany advises normal precautions for Denmark.

Hong Kong advises normal precautions for Denmark.

Normal precautions apply, but allow extra time for checks at Copenhagen Airport and the border between Denmark and Germany. Sweden also checks travellers crossing the Öresund Bridge. Petty theft can occur, so guard documents and valuables in busy parts of Copenhagen, especially at night, and expect terrorism incidents to remain possible. Valid travel documents are required, with identity cards accepted for the Faroe Islands but only passports for Greenland.

Take normal precautions and remain vigilant because Denmark's terror threat is significant and the global risk of indiscriminate attacks applies. Avoid demonstrations and public gatherings, which can become confrontational; take particular care around Christiania in Copenhagen, where civil disturbance or violence can occur. Keep valuables secure in crowded tourist areas, and drive cautiously because cyclists have right of way and roads may be icy outside the Copenhagen metropolitan area.

Japan advises normal precautions for Denmark.

Take normal precautions when travelling to Denmark. Although there is no acute terrorist threat, attacks remain possible, so stay alert in crowded places and follow local authorities. Prepare against crime, and do not use, possess or sell drugs, as this can carry a severe punishment. Carry valid travel documents, take out suitable insurance and follow local instructions in an emergency.

Exercise normal precautions when travelling to Denmark. Singaporeans may visit for up to 90 days within 180 days without a visa if they do not pursue employment, and should carry a passport valid for at least three months beyond departure. Be alert to theft, especially in tourist areas and around Copenhagen, remain alert for terrorism and civil unrest, avoid large public gatherings, and note that drug use is illegal.

Slovenia advises usual precautions for Denmark because the risk is not increased. Pickpocketing increases in summer on public transport and at stations, while Christiania police generally do not pursue crime. Be vigilant in crowded places because terrorism is a significant risk. Nighttime drunken violence is more frequent in parts of Copenhagen, including Christina and Nørrebro, while Greenland requires a passport and has full internal autonomy, as do the Faroe Islands.

No special precautions apply, and British citizens with full passports may visit Denmark visa free for up to 90 days in any 180 day period. A passport must have been issued within 10 years and expire at least 3 months after leaving Schengen. Visitors may need to give fingerprints or a photo. Greenland and the Faroe Islands need no tourist visa, but work requires a work and residence permit.