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Greenland visas

Greenland tourist visa

Some travellers can visit without a visa. Others need a visa specifically for Greenland.

Ways to get a Greenland tourist visa

  1. Free entry for Nordic citizens

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden can enter Greenland freely.

    Passports that qualify (5)

  2. Visa-free short visit

    No visa needed

    Citizens of countries exempt from short-stay Schengen visas can visit without a visa. This covers European Union countries, Schengen countries and countries on the Schengen visa-exemption list, called Annex II. Since March 2026, residence permit holders in those countries also qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.

  3. Greenland visa

    Visa needed

    Travellers who are not exempt from the visa requirement need a visa specifically for Greenland.

    1. Request a Greenland visa from a Danish diplomatic mission or the Danish Immigration Service.
    2. Follow the Schengen visa application procedure. If you also need a Schengen visa, you can request both in one application.

Who needs it

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a Greenland visa.

Who doesn't

Nordic citizens can enter freely. Citizens of countries exempt from short-stay Schengen visas can visit without a visa for up to 90 days. Since March 2026, residence permit holders in those countries can also do so.

How to apply

  1. Request a visa specifically for Greenland from a Danish diplomatic mission or the Danish Immigration Service.
  2. Follow the same application procedure as for a Schengen visa. You can request both visas in one application.

What to bring

  • A passport. Nordic citizens may use a passport or identity card.

Good to know

  • A visa issued for a Schengen country is not valid for Greenland.
  • The short-stay visa exemption allows visits of up to 90 days.
  • The Schengen Area is a group of European countries with shared short-stay visa rules.
  • Travel documents are not checked on direct journeys between Greenland and the Schengen Area, but you should still carry acceptable identification.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Greenland?

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a Greenland visa. Nordic citizens can enter freely. Citizens of countries exempt from short-stay Schengen visas can visit without a visa for up to 90 days. Since March 2026, residence permit holders in those countries can also do so.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Greenland?

There are 3 options: Free entry for Nordic citizens (no visa at all); Visa-free short visit (no visa at all); Greenland visa (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Greenland without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden can enter Greenland freely. Citizens of countries exempt from short-stay Schengen visas can visit without a visa. This covers European Union countries, Schengen countries and countries on the Schengen visa-exemption list, called Annex II. Since March 2026, residence permit holders in those countries also qualify.

What documents do I need for a Greenland tourist visa?

A passport. Nordic citizens may use a passport or identity card..

How do I apply for a Greenland tourist visa?

1. 1. Request a visa specifically for Greenland from a Danish diplomatic mission or the Danish Immigration Service. 2. 2. Follow the same application procedure as for a Schengen visa. You can request both visas in one application.

What rules do I have to follow on a Greenland tourist visa?

A visa issued for a Schengen country is not valid for Greenland. The short-stay visa exemption allows visits of up to 90 days.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Greenland?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Greenland visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Greenland be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Greenland tourist visa rules?

On Greenland's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Greenland?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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