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🇬🇱Greenland
North America (Arctic)· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Nuuk
Population
55,700
Currency
Danish Krone (DKK Kr.)
Languages
Groenlandais (kalaallisut), Danois, Anglais
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.
Safety
Risk level :Overall risk level is low, but beware of extreme weather conditions and isolation.
Risk areas
Interior regions and eastern coasts - Severe weather conditions and avalanches
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
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center1,500
1-bedroom apartment in city center2,000
1-bedroom apartment in suburb1,800
3-bedroom apartment in city center3,500
3-bedroom apartment in suburb3,000
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal20
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant60
McDonald's menu15
Local beer (0.5L)8
Cappuccino5
Water (1.5L)3
Bread (500g)4
Milk (1L)2
Eggs (12)4
Chicken (1kg)15
Apples (1kg)10
Bananas (1kg)8
Transport
Public transport ticket3
Monthly transport subscription100
Taxi ride (start)5
Taxi (1km)2
Gasoline (1L)2
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)80
Tennis court (1h weekend)20
Cinema15
Theater30
Health
General practitioner consultation50
Dentist consultation100
Antibiotic medications20
Cold medications (6 days)15
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)60 USD/mois
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)30 USD/mois
Public services for 85m² apartment150 USD/mois
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)80 USD
Nike sports shoes120 USD
International primary school (monthly)500 USD
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type K
Emergency numbers
Police112
Ambulance112
Fire department112
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
Not customary (5-10% optional)