🇬🇱Greenland Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
North America (Arctic)· Updated 10/10/2026
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Information
Capital
Nuuk
Population
55,700
Currency
Danish Krone (DKK Kr.)
Languages
Greenlandic, Danish, English
Continent
North America (Arctic)
Calling code
+299
Timezone
America/Nuuk
Area
2,166,086 km²
Government
Autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark
National day
June 21 - National Day
Internet domain
.gl
About
Greenland is the world's largest island, located in the Arctic and part of the Kingdom of Denmark with broad self-government since 2009. It is primarily inhabited by Inuit and Europeans, with an economy reliant on fishing, mineral resources, and Danish subsidies. Its landscape is dominated by glaciers and fjords, with an extreme polar climate.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid leaving visible objects in vehicles
- Caution in isolated urban areas at night
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, standard vigilance recommended
Transport
- Check the weather before any travel
- Use reliable local services
Natural risks(High risks of avalanches, storms, and ice melt)
- Follow official alerts
- Appropriate gear for hikes
Health(Limited healthcare system, evacuations to Denmark possible)
- Standard vaccines + hepatitis A/B
- Comprehensive travel insurance mandatory
Practical tips
- Register your trip with Danish authorities
- Prepare extreme thermal clothing
- Satellite communication recommended outside cities
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Nuuk · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
Not customary (5-10% optional)
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Photos
Greenland
Travid Vid Legradic
Greenland
Chris Spain
Greenland
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Greenland
Peter Platou
Greenland
Mikhail Nilov
Greenland
Lars Bugge Aarset
Greenland
ArcticDesire.com Polarreisen
Greenland
ArtHouse Studio
Greenland
Mikhail Nilov
Greenland
Bruce S
Greenland
CHRISTIAN PFEIFER
Greenland
Jón T Jónsson
Greenland
Lars Bugge Aarset
Greenland
Thea Cintia Paixão da Silva
Greenland
Johannes Plenio
Greenland
Dominique Müller
Greenland
Jean-Christophe André
Greenland
ArcticDesire.com Polarreisen
Greenland
Jean-Christophe André
Greenland
Jean-Christophe André
Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
Partner links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Greenland?▾
The entry regime for Greenland is not yet documented nationality by nationality on IziVisas. Check with a consular post before booking.
Check by my nationality →Is it dangerous to travel to Greenland?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall risk level is low, but beware of extreme weather conditions and isolation.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Greenland?▾
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 Greenland?▾
The capital of Greenland is Nuuk. The main spoken languages are: Greenlandic, Danish, English.
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