Denmark Visa RequirementsFor Malta passport holders
Denmark and Malta are both EU and Schengen members. Malta passport holders travel freely to Denmark with no visa or border formalities.
Great news! Malta passport holders can enter Denmark without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. Malta national ID card sufficient. No Schengen border checks. Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK), not the euro, despite being EU.
Denmark is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid Malta Passport or National ID
National ID card accepted within the EU.
Current Travel Situation
Malta to Denmark: What You Need to Know
Denmark is a Scandinavian EU and Schengen kingdom of 5.9 million people. Copenhagen is among Europe's most liveable and design-forward capitals, regularly topping happiness rankings. Denmark and Malta share an EU membership connection, with a temperature contrast that makes each an appealing destination for the other's citizens. Denmark has a strong culinary reputation (New Nordic cuisine pioneered by Noma), exceptional cycling infrastructure, and the Lego heritage (Billund, Jutland). Greenland and the Faroe Islands are autonomous Danish territories offering exceptional Arctic and Atlantic nature.
How to Get There
Copenhagen is about 3-4 hours by direct flight from Malta. Several carriers serve the route. Copenhagen also connects to Sweden by the Oresund Bridge (15-minute train to Malmo), enabling easy Scandinavian multi-country travel.
Money & Banking
Denmark uses the krone (DKK). Copenhagen is one of Europe's most expensive cities: smorrebroed (open-faced sandwich) DKK 80-120 (EUR 11-16), restaurant dinner DKK 200-400, hotel rooms DKK 1,200-2,500/night. The Copenhagen Card offers unlimited transit plus 80+ museum entries and is worth considering for multi-day stays.
Practical Tips
Copenhagen: the Nyhavn canal district (colorful 17th-century merchant houses), the Tivoli Gardens (the world's second-oldest amusement park), the Rijksmuseum-caliber Nationalmuseet, the Stroget pedestrian shopping street, and the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art (35 minutes north, combining art and coastal nature). Aarhus (Denmark's second city): the ARoS art museum and its rainbow panorama walkway, and Den Gamle By (open-air museum of Danish urban history). Legoland in Billund for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Malta citizens need a visa for Denmark?
No. Denmark and Malta are both EU and Schengen members. No visa required.
What is Denmark's concept of hygge?
Hygge (pronounced "hoo-guh") is a Danish and Norwegian concept meaning a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being. It is associated with candles, warm drinks, good company, and comfortable indoor settings, particularly in winter. It is now a global design and lifestyle concept.
How do I get from Malta to Copenhagen?
Direct flights from Malta to Copenhagen take about 3-3.5 hours. Several carriers serve the route. Copenhagen is also accessible from Hamburg by train (5 hours via Oresund Bridge).
Is Denmark good for cycling?
Denmark, and Copenhagen in particular, is one of the world's most cycling-friendly countries. Copenhagen has over 400km of dedicated cycle paths. Bike rental is available throughout the city. The Oresund cycle path connects Copenhagen to Malmo (Sweden). The Danish countryside (North Zealand, Bornholm island) offers excellent flat cycling routes.
What are Denmark's Michelin-star restaurants?
Denmark, especially Copenhagen, has the highest concentration of Michelin stars per capita in Scandinavia. Noma (now closed) pioneered New Nordic cuisine. Current leaders include Geranium (3 stars), Kadeau, Relae, and Alchemist. For a more affordable taste of Nordic cuisine, try Aamanns for modern smorrebroed or any of the food stalls at the Copenhagen Street Food market.
Is Legoland worth visiting?
Legoland Billund (in central Jutland) is the original Legoland, opened in 1968. It is excellent for families with children aged 2-12. For adult Lego enthusiasts, the LEGO House in Billund (opened 2017) is actually more interesting: a temple to the brick with 25 million Lego bricks and interactive exhibitions.