Freedom to work for Nordic citizens
No visa neededCitizens of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden are free to work in Greenland.
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Greenland visas
Greenland work visa
Nordic citizens are free to work in Greenland. Work visa arrangements for other citizens are not specified.
Ways to get a Greenland work visa
Denmark
Finland
Iceland
Norway
SwedenWho doesn't
Citizens of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden are free to enter, live and work in Greenland.
What to bring
- A passport or identity card for travel.
Good to know
- Work permission for travellers using a visitor visa or the 90-day visa exemption is not specified.
Questions
Do I need a work visa for Greenland?
Citizens of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden are free to enter, live and work in Greenland.
Who can go to Greenland without a work visa?
Citizens of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden are free to work in Greenland.
What documents do I need for a Greenland work visa?
A passport or identity card for travel..
Does my passport change whether I need a work 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 work 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 work 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 work 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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