🇩🇰 Is Denmark safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Denmark: 58 diplomatic missions from 58 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Denmark
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Advice covers Denmark, the Faroe Islands and Greenland — check which territory applies to your trip
- Travel insurance must cover your planned itinerary, activities and potential emergency costs
- Spanish citizens need a valid national ID or passport to enter Denmark; passport required for Greenland and Faroe Islands
- Passengers continuing to non-EU countries must carry a valid passport, which cannot be issued by the Spanish Embassy in Copenhagen
- In summer, arrive at the airport at least two hours early due to expected queues and crowds
- In autumn and winter, check weather forecasts before road or sea travel due to severe storm alerts affecting inter-island transport
Risk areas and situations
- Indiscriminate terrorist attack risk exists in Denmark linked to sacred book burnings outside embassies in Copenhagen
- Avoid crowds and gatherings given the current terrorism alert across Danish territory
Health
- Denmark has a high healthcare standard; verify your travel insurance covers risk sports and activities, including in Arctic areas
- The Danish Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) recommends keeping a three-day emergency supply stock; check their website for updates
Emergency numbers in Denmark
Embassies and consulates in Denmark
58 diplomatic missions from 58 countries, across 4 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | Copenhagen |
| 🇦🇱 Albania | 1 | Copenhagen |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Copenhagen |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Copenhagen |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Copenhagen |
| 🇧🇦 Bosnia & Herzegovina | 1 | Copenhagen |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | Gentofte Municipality |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 | Copenhagen |
| 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso | 1 | Copenhagen |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | 1 | Gentofte |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Copenhagen |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Copenhagen |
…and 46 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Denmark is Danish. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Danish, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Denmark safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Denmark is 1.5/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Denmark?
The general emergency number in Denmark is 112. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Denmark?
Telcomia tracks 58 diplomatic missions from 58 countries in Denmark, across 4 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.