Denmark Visa RequirementsFor Netherlands passport holders
Denmark is a fellow Schengen and EU member. Dutch citizens travel freely without visa or border checks.
Great news! Netherlands passport holders can enter Denmark without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. ID card or passport both accepted. For stays beyond three months, register with the Danish Civil Registration System (CPR).
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
Current Travel Situation
Netherlands to Denmark: What You Need to Know
Both countries share NATO and EU membership. Freedom of movement applies fully. Many Dutch students study in Denmark on Erasmus exchanges.
Practical Tips
Schiphol to Copenhagen is a 90-minute flight with multiple daily options. Denmark uses the Danish krone; some tourist areas accept euros but change is given in krone. EHIC is valid.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Dutch citizens need a visa or ETA for Denmark?
No. Denmark is an EU and Schengen member. Dutch citizens enter freely with an ID card or passport. No pre-travel authorisation of any kind is needed.
Does Denmark use the euro?
No. Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK). The krone is pegged to the euro at a fixed rate. Credit cards are widely accepted, but having some krone is useful in smaller towns.
Is Greenland part of Danish territory and can Dutch citizens travel there visa-free?
Greenland is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark but is not part of the EU or Schengen. Dutch citizens can enter Greenland visa-free as Dutch passports are accepted, but standard EU free movement rules do not apply.
What registration is required for Dutch citizens staying long-term in Denmark?
For stays beyond three months, register with the Danish Civil Registration System (Det Centrale Personregister, CPR) to obtain a CPR number, which is needed for banking, healthcare, and employment.