Is Denmark in Schengen?
Yes, but not Greenland and the Faroe Islands.
Short answer
Yes, Denmark is a member of the Schengen area, which in 2026 has 29 countries: 25 EU countries plus Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. A Schengen visa issued by Denmark is normally valid in all of them, and a visa from another Schengen country normally lets you visit Denmark. Greenland and the Faroe Islands are not part of Schengen, but days spent there count toward the same 90-day limit for visitors. Bulgaria and Romania were the last countries to join, on 1 January 2025.
Why
- Schengen removes routine passport checks between member countries.
- One visa covers the whole area.
- Ireland and Cyprus are EU members but not full Schengen members.
Details
Schengen countries may temporarily reintroduce internal border controls in case of a serious threat to public policy or internal security.
Tip
If you go on to Greenland or the Faroe Islands on a visa, check that the visa is valid for entry there too.
What may differ
Temporary internal border controls can mean ID checks even inside Schengen.
Common misconception
Greenland and the Faroe Islands are in Schengen because they belong to the Danish Realm.
What actually happens
Only Denmark itself is in Schengen; Greenland and the Faroe Islands have their own entry rules for visa holders.
People also ask
- How long can I stay in Denmark without a visa?
- Does a Schengen visa work for Denmark?
- Do I need ETIAS for Denmark?
Sources
- European Commission, Migration and Home Affairs: Schengen AreaChecked at:
- Danish Immigration Service: How long are you allowed to stay in Denmark, the other Schengen countries, the Faroe Islands and Greenland?Checked at:
- Danish Immigration Service: Apply for a short term visa to private visits and tourist visitsChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Entry and customs rules can change, so check the Danish Immigration Service, the Danish police and the Danish Customs Agency before you travel.
Schengen trip rulesRelated questions
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Do you pay customs on gifts sent to Denmark from outside the EU?
A gift sent by a private person from outside the EU is free of duty and VAT if it is worth EUR 45 or less.
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Can you bring medicine into Denmark?
Yes, from 1 January 2026 you may bring medicine into Denmark for personal use from any country, if it was sold legally in the country where you bought it.
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Can you bring meat and milk into Denmark from outside the EU?
No, travellers coming from a country outside the EU may not bring any meat or dairy products, which includes sausages, cheese and milk.
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Do you have to declare cash over EUR 10,000 when entering or leaving Denmark?
Yes, if you carry cash or other liquid assets worth EUR 10,000 (about 75,000 kr.) or more, you must declare them to Toldstyrelsen when you enter or leave Denmark.