Denmark - Covid travel and national health rules, EU Digital Covid Certificate
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To ensure safe travel, EU countries have agreed on a co-ordinated approach to free movement restrictions in response to the coronavirus pandemic. EU rules now take into account your COVID-19 status as proved by a valid EU Digital COVID Certificate.
Information on travel and health measures in the EU is available online and provides travellers with up to date details of any special rules in place as well as data on infection rates.
Check for any specific measures that may apply when travelling to Denmark.
What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
COVID-19 travel restrictions have been lifted in Denmark. Travellers do not need to provide proof of vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result.
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You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.
You can also find information about your passenger rights on our portal for citizens.
Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays
What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
COVID-19 travel restrictions have been lifted in Denmark. Travellers do not need to provide proof of vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result.
Learn more:
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You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.
You can also find information about your passenger rights on our portal for citizens.
Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays
Can I transit this country?
COVID-19 travel measures have been lifted in Denmark. The usual transit rules apply.
National health measures
In Denmark, providing proof of full vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result is not required to access public spaces.
Businesses and private cultural institutions are allowed to make their own requirements regarding facemasks, shields, and COVID-19 certificates.
Learn more:
‘EU Digital COVID Certificates’
Rules and regulations
Use of facemasks
Facemasks are required in healthcare facilities and nursing homes.
Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events
Indoor and outdoor events can be held without restrictions.
Safety measures for public transportation
The use of facemasks is not mandatory in public transport and airports. Check with your airline if they require you to wear a facemask on board the aircraft.
Places of worship
Places of worship are open without restrictions.
Quarantine
People infected with COVID-19 are encouraged to self-isolate as soon as possible.
People who have tested positive with a self-test no longer need to take a PCR test to get it confirmed. Instead, they should follow the Danish Health Authority's current recommendations for self-isolation.
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Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shops
All shops and service points are open without restrictions.
Tourist accommodations
Tourist accommodations are open without restrictions.
Catering establishments
Catering establishments are open without restrictions.
Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions
Cinemas, museums and outdoor attractions are open without restrictions.
Personal care services
Personal care services are open without restrictions.
Outdoors areas and beaches
Outdoor areas and beaches are open without restrictions.
National use of COVID-19 Certificates
Information on ‘EU Digital COVID Certificates’ issued in Denmark
In Denmark, providing proof of full vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result is not required to access public spaces.
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The 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) is digital proof, valid in all EU countries, that a person has either been vaccinated against COVID-19, has recovered from COVID-19, or has received a negative test result. National authorities are responsible for issuing the certificate.
Learn more:
EUDCC - Questions & Answers
EUDCC - Factsheet