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Denmark Travel Guide
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Denmark Climate and Weather
Denmark has a mild climate with no extremes of heat or cold. In the light summer months of June to August, the average daytime temperature is 66ºF (19ºC) and in the coldest month of February the average is 34ºF (1ºC). Being a coastal country Denmark can be rather wet and windy.Denmark Currency
Money: Danish currency is the Krone (DKK), made up of 100 øre. ATMs are liberally sprinkled throughout the country, and all major credit cards are widely accepted, expecially Visa. Travellers cheques are welcome at banks and hotels. Most banks are not open at weekends, however Copenhagen has several bureaux de change which stay open late at night, seven days a week.Currency Exchange Rates | |||||||
| DKK 1 = | US$ 0.19 | £ 0.09 | C$ 0.18 | A$ 0.21 | R 1.27 | EUR 0.13 | NZ$ 0.25 |
Note: These currency exchange rates are not updated daily and should be used as a guideline only.
Denmark Health Overview
There are no specific health risks in Denmark, and medical facilities are first class. There is a small risk of tick-borne encephalitis in forested or rural areas during summer, and insect protection is advised. Outbreaks of bird flu have been confirmed in wild birds, but the risk to travellers is very low. Precautions such as avoiding close contact with live birds, and ensuring that all poultry and egg dishes are well cooked should be taken. Free emergency treatment is available to all foreign visitors at public hospitals, and due to a reciprocal health agreement UK passport holders receive free medical and hospital treatment. To make use of this service, UK national should carry a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).Denmark Passport & Visa Requirements
Entry requirements for Americans: United States citizens must have a valid passport. No visa is required for a stay of up to three months.Entry requirements for UK nationals:British nationals must have a passport. No visa is required for stays of up to three months if the passport is endorsed British Citizen or British Dependent Territory citizen, British Overseas Territories Citizen or British National (Overseas) issued Hong Kong, or 'holder has the right of abode in the UK', or 'holder is entitled to re-admission to the UK'. In all other cases, a visa is required.
Entry requirements for Canadians:Canadians must have a valid passport. No visa is required for stays of up to three months.
Entry requirements for Australians:Australians must have a valid passport. No visa is required for stays of up to three months.
Entry requirements for South Africans:South African citizens must hold a valid passport and require a visa for entry to Denmark.
Entry requirements for Irish nationals:Irish nationals must have a valid passport. No visa is required for stays of up to three months.
Entry requirements for New Zealanders:New Zealand citizens must have a passport. No visa is required for stays of up to three months.
Passport/Visa Note:All visitors must hold tickets and documents for return or onward travel. Visitors should also have at least US$30 per day to fund their visit, unless a Danish citizen meets them at the airport and officially vouches for them. Denmark is a signatory to the Schengen agreement, which also includes the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden. All these countries issue a standard Schengen visa that, in principal, allows the holder to travel freely within the borders of all.
Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.
Denmark Basics
Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from last Sunday in March to the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).Electricity: Electrical current is 220 volts, 50Hz. European-style, round, two-pin plugs are standard.
Language: Danish is the official language, but English is understood and widely used.
Health: There are no specific health risks in Denmark, and medical facilities are first class. There is a small risk of tick-borne encephalitis in forested or rural areas during summer, and insect protection is advised. Outbreaks of bird flu have been confirmed in wild birds, but the risk to travellers is very low. Precautions such as avoiding close contact with live birds, and ensuring that all poultry and egg dishes are well cooked should be taken. Free emergency treatment is available to all foreign visitors at public hospitals, and due to a reciprocal health agreement UK passport holders receive free medical and hospital treatment. To make use of this service, UK national should carry a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
Tipping: Restaurant and hotel bills are inclusive of service charges, as are taxi fares. Porters usually expect a tip of about kr5 per item of baggage. Tipping bathroom attendants is customary, usually around kr1 or 2.
Safety: Most visits to Denmark are trouble-free, and crime levels are low. During the tourist season, however, muggers, pickpockets and bag-snatchers become active especially in crowded areas and on the train station in Copenhagen. Visitors should take precautions to keep personal belongings safe.
Business: Business in Denmark tends to be conducted in a straightforward manner, though somewhat less formally than in other parts of Europe. Greetings are with a handshake (greet women first) and introductions are usually made using one's first name. Business cards are exchanged before or after the meeting. Punctuality is vital and if running even five minutes late be sure to call and apologise. Danes tend to be open-minded and friendly and one can expect some small talk at the start of a meeting on a range of topics. Dress should be smart and neat, without being ostentatious, and can be more casual than in most countries. English is widely spoken and understood. Business hours are usually 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
Communications: The international country code for Denmark is +45. The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 0044 for the United Kingdom). There are no city codes and all phones are eight digits. There are several GSM mobile telephone networks, which have roaming agreements with most international mobile phone companies. Public phones are widely available for both local and international calls and accept coins and prepaid cards. Internet cafes are available in most urban areas.
Duty Free: Travellers to Denmark over 16 years arriving from the EU do not have to pay customs duty on 800 cigarettes, or 400 cigarillos, or 200 cigars, or 1kg of tobacco; 10 litres of spirits with alcohol content exceeding 22%, or 20 litres of alcoholic beverages with alcohol content less than 22%, or 90 litres wine or 60 litres of sparkling wine, or 110 litres of beer. Travellers arriving from non-EU countries can enter with the following items for duty-free purposes: 200 cigarettes, or 100 cigarillos, or 50 cigars, or 250g tobacco; 1 litre of spirits with alcohol content above 22%, or 2 litres of dessert wine not exceeding 22% alcohol volume, or 2 litres of table wine; and 50g perfume or 250ml eau de toilette. Other items up to the value of kr 1,350 are permitted provided they are for non-commercial use. Fresh food items are strictly prohibited. Drugs have to accompany a doctor's prescription and firearms and ammunition will only be cleared if accompanied by an authorization from the relevant authorities in the traveller's home country.
Denmark Airports
Copenhagen International Airport
Location: Copenhagen Airport is sited five miles (8km) southeast of Copenhagen city centre.Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from last Sunday in March to the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +45 3231 3231.
Transfer between terminals: A free shuttle bus runs between Terminal 3 and Terminal 2 (International), and Terminal 1 (domestic).
Transfer to the city: Buses, trains and taxis provide transport to Copenhagen city centre. There are several local bus routes servicing the airport from the city centre. Train tickets are available from the ticket office above the railway station in Terminal 3. Taxis can be hired from outside all arrival areas; fares include VAT and tips, and can normally be paid for by credit card.
Car rental: EuropeCar, Hertz, Budget and Avis are among the companies represented at the airport.
Facilities: All terminals have banks, bars, restaurants, meeting rooms and Internet access. Wireless Internet access is available in Terminal 2 and 3. There are a wide variety of shops in the Copenhagen Airport Shopping Centre, including 48 'specialty' shops and 16 duty-free shops. There is a VAT refund desk for non-EU residents who are travelling to a non-EU destination. Disabled facilities are good, and children and those with special needs can make use of the Passenger Escort Service.
Parking: There is plenty of long and short-term parking at the airport; fees depend on how far the parking is from the terminal. Parking is free in all car parks for up to 15 minutes.
Departure tax: None.
Esbjerg Airport
Location: The airport is situated about five miles (9km) east of Esbjerg city centre.Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from March to October).
Contacts: Tel: +45 7612 1400.
Transfer between terminals: A bus service operates from 7am to 10pm, connecting the airport and the central railway station, Banegarden. Taxis are freely available outside the arrivals section of the terminal building.
Car rental: Avis, Europcar and Hertz are represented at the airport.
Facilities: The airport is small, but well equipped, with a bank and bureaux de change in the Arrivals hall, and ATMs located throughout. There are left luggage facilities, tourist information desks, plenty of public telephones, Internet facilities and wheelchair access. The airport has a cafeteria in the Arrivals Terminal, and there are two shops: a newsagent and duty free shop.
Departure tax: None.
