Denmark Visa RequirementsFor United Kingdom passport holders
UK nationals can visit Denmark visa-free. Denmark is a Schengen member, so the 90-day in any 180-day rule applies across all Schengen countries. Note that Greenland and the Faroe Islands are Danish territories but not part of Schengen.
Great news! United Kingdom passport holders can enter Denmark without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa is required for entry to Denmark. Present your UK passport at the border; within the Schengen zone, passport checks at internal borders are infrequent but possible. Denmark has occasionally reinstated temporary border controls at certain crossings; check the latest FCDO guidance before travel. Keep a record of your entry dates to track Schengen day usage.
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
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United Kingdom to Denmark: What You Need to Know
Denmark is a full Schengen member and UK nationals are subject to the 90/180-day Schengen limit since Brexit. Days in Denmark count towards your combined Schengen allowance. Denmark also includes the self-governing territories of Greenland and the Faroe Islands, which are outside the Schengen Area and outside the EU; entry to those territories is governed by separate rules and does not count towards your Schengen total.
Practical Tips
Denmark is one of the world's most expensive countries for food, drink, and accommodation. Budget carefully; a dinner for two in Copenhagen can easily cost over 100 GBP. The Danish krone (DKK) is the local currency, though many businesses also accept cards; contactless payment is near-universal. Copenhagen is well connected to Malmo in Sweden by the Oresund Bridge, making a combined Denmark-Sweden trip easy. Cyclists should note that Copenhagen has an excellent network of dedicated cycle lanes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do UK passport holders need a visa for Denmark?
No. UK nationals can enter Denmark visa-free as a Schengen member. The 90-day in any 180-day Schengen rule applies across all Schengen countries.
Do the Faroe Islands and Greenland follow the same visa rules as Denmark?
No. The Faroe Islands and Greenland are Danish territories but outside the Schengen Area and the EU. Entry rules for those territories are separate. Days spent there do not count towards your Schengen total. UK nationals can generally visit both territories without a visa for short stays, but check the latest guidance.
What currency does Denmark use?
Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK), not the euro, despite being an EU member. Contactless card payments are near-universal in Denmark, making it one of Europe's most cashless societies. UK cards are widely accepted.
How expensive is Denmark for UK travellers?
Denmark is one of Europe's most expensive countries. A pint of beer in Copenhagen can cost 8 to 10 GBP; a restaurant meal for two typically costs 60 to 100 GBP or more. Budget travellers should book accommodation well in advance and consider self-catering options.