🇩🇰Denmark
Europe· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Copenhagen
Population
6,005,487
Currency
Danish Krone (DKK kr)
Languages
Danois, Féroïen, Greclandais
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+45
Timezone
Europe/Copenhagen
Area
42,430 km²
Government
Constitutional monarchy
National day
June 5 - Constitution Day
Internet domain
.dk
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About
Denmark is a Scandinavian constitutional monarchy with a population of about 6 million. Led by King Frederik X and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, it is a member of the EU, NATO, and renowned for its high quality of life. The country is undergoing significant military rearmament amid rising security challenges.
Safety
Crime(Low)
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas like Copenhagen
- Avoid leaving valuables in plain sight
Terrorism(Low)
- Follow alerts from Danish and French authorities
- Pay attention to official instructions
Transport
- Use official apps for taxis
- Prefer public transportation
Natural risks(Low, occasional coastal flooding)
- Check weather alerts in winter
Health(Excellent public healthcare system)
- European Health Insurance Card recommended
- Standard vaccines up to date
Practical tips
- Register on Ariane (Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs)
- Follow cycling rules in Copenhagen
- Download the official emergency app
Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD · as of 11/06/2025
Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
safe
Not mandatory, service included
Photos
Point de vue panoramique
Denmark
Abhishek Navlakha
Point de vue panoramique
Denmark
Abhishek Navlakha
Point de vue panoramique
Denmark
Gije Cho
Point de vue panoramique
Denmark
Raul Kozenevski
Point de vue panoramique
Denmark
Sascha Weber
Monument emblématique
Denmark
Wolfgang Weiser
Monument emblématique
Denmark
JP Nunes
Monument emblématique
Denmark
Wolfgang Weiser
Monument emblématique
Denmark
Otra ruta
Monument emblématique
Denmark
C1 Superstar
Site UNESCO
Denmark
Mads Terkelsen
Parc national
Denmark
Pille Kirsi
Centre historique
Denmark
Dua'a Al-Amad
Centre historique
Denmark
Eddson Lens
Centre historique
Denmark
S D
Centre historique
Denmark
Joerg Mangelsen
Centre historique
Denmark
Rene Terp
Plage paradisiaque
Denmark
Willfried Wende
Plage paradisiaque
Denmark
Wolfgang Weiser
Architecture traditionnelle
Denmark
Eddson Lens
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Denmark?▾
It depends on your nationality: some passports enter visa-free, others need an e-visa or a consular visa. Select your nationality in our checker to get the exact rule for your passport, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality→Is it dangerous to travel to Denmark?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall security level very high, one of the safest countries in Europe.". See the Safety section on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Denmark?▾
The official currency is Danish Krone (DKK kr). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Denmark?▾
The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen. The main spoken languages are: Danois, Féroïen, Greclandais.