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17.06.2021 What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificateInformation not yet available. Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirementsDenmark adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Denmark are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Countries and regions are classified into 3 categories – "yellow", "orange" and "red", on a weekly basis, and according to their epidemiological situation. Danish nationals and foreigners who are resident, or hold a valid residence permit in Denmark, can enter regardless of their purpose. Travellers are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative COVID-19 test. The test must be taken within 48 hours prior to departure. There are currently no specific requirements as to the type of COVID-19 test (rapid antigen and PCR are accepted). The requirement to test before entry via sea or land borders applies to foreigners who are not resident in Denmark or not holding a Danish residence permit. The requirement to test before boarding an aircraft is applicable to everyone, including Danish citizens and foreigners residing in Denmark or holding a Danish residence permit. Additionally, all entrants must take a second test (antigen or PCR) no later than 24 hours after entering Denmark. Children under 13 years old, as well as passengers flying to Denmark from Greenland and the Faroe Islands, are exempted from the testing requirement. Foreigners who are habitually resident in the border regions of Schleswig-Holstein, Southern Sweden (the provinces of Blekinge and Scania) and western Sweden (the provinces of Halland and West Gothia), and who have a worthy purpose of entry, are required to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before entry. Foreigners who are habitually resident in a border region, but do not have a worthy purpose, can enter Denmark upon presentation of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before entry. Passengers who have recovered from COVID-19 are no longer perceived to be contagious. These passengers must present proof of a positive COVID-19 test result from a test performed between 14 days and 12 weeks prior to entry. Travel from countries classified as "yellow" Travellers from "yellow" countries do not need to demonstrate a "worthy purpose" and are not subject to the quarantine requirement. Travel from countries classified as "orange" or "red" Foreigners resident abroad and travelling from "orange" or "red" countries must demonstrate a "worthy purpose" to enter Denmark. Travellers from "orange" or "red" countries must also complete a 10-day mandatory quarantine, even in case of a negative test result before entry, upon arrival and after entry. This applies regardless of whether the test is a rapid test (antigen test) or a PCR test, and regardless of whether you are a Danish or foreign citizen.
Full details on conditions and requirements are available at coronasmitte.dk. Find out more: Contact Point for Denmark: Opening hours: What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Entry conditions vary according to whether the country of origin is classified as yellow, orange or red. Danish nationals and foreigners who are resident or hold a valid residence permit in Denmark can always enter, regardless of their purpose. The requirement to test before entry via sea or land borders applies to foreigners who are not resident in Denmark or not holding a Danish residence permit. The requirement to test before boarding an aircraft is applicable to everyone, including Danish citizens and foreigners residing in Denmark or holding a Danish residence permit. Travellers are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative COVID-19 test. The test must be taken within 48 hours prior to departure. There are currently no specific requirements as to the type of COVID-19 test (rapid antigen and PCR are accepted). Additionally, all entrants must take a second test (antigen or PCR) no later than 24 hours after entering Denmark. Children under 13 years old, as well as cargo, aircrew and other transport categories, are exempted from the testing requirement. Travel from countries classified as "yellow" Travellers from "yellow" countries do not need to demonstrate a "worthy purpose" and are not subject to the quarantine requirement. Travel from countries classified as "orange" or "red" Foreigners resident abroad and travelling from "orange" or "red" countries must demonstrate a "worthy purpose" to enter Denmark. Worthy purposes are, for example:
Travellers from "orange" or "red" countries must also complete a 10-day mandatory quarantine, even in case of a negative test result before entry, upon arrival and after entry. This applies regardless of whether the test is a rapid test (antigen test) or a PCR test, and regardless of whether you are a Danish or foreign citizen. Find out more: May I transit this country?PARTIALLY As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restrictions. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. Additionally, for Denmark, the following rules apply: You can travel through Denmark (transit) if you have a worthy purpose outside Denmark or you are going on holiday outside Denmark, the Faroe Islands and Greenland or as part of your homebound journey. This applies regardless of your habitual residence and your means of transport into and out of Denmark. If you want to transit through Denmark, you must present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 48 hours before boarding. This also applies to foreigners who are habitually resident in a border region and want to transit through Denmark. The test must be presented in connection with the last flight that has a destination in Denmark. The airline flying the last flight must make sure that the test was taken within 48 hours of boarding the first leg/part of the journey. This documentation may be in the form of a boarding pass or other proof showing the time of start of the continuous journey. As an alternative, the passenger can take a test during the continuous journey, but prior to the flight with destination in Denmark. Children up to the age of 12 are exempt from the testing requirement.
The requirement to present a negative COVID-19 test does not apply to foreigners habitually resident abroad who fall within one or several of the groups below:
If you transit through Denmark, but you do not enter Denmark, for example if you are in airport transit and you do not leave the transit area, you are not required to present a negative COVID-19 test upon arrival to Denmark. However, you are not exempted from the test requirement for people arriving to Denmark by plane. Persons arriving in Denmark by plane, including Danish nationals and foreigners who are habitually resident in or have a residence permit for Denmark, must present a negative COVID-19 test when boarding the plane for Denmark. Find out more: General measuresNational measures currently in place in Denmark are available at coronasmitte.dk Use of facemasksMasks are mandatory for people from the age of 12 in the following situations:
Find out more: The requirement to wear a face mask or shield Physical DistancingThe recommended minimum distance has been increased from 1 metre to at least 2 metres. Find out more: Safe socialising during the epidemic Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and eventsIt is not allowed to host and attend indoor events, activities etc. with more than 10 people gathered simultaneously at the same location. It is not allowed to host and attend outdoor events, activities etc. with more than 50 people gathered simultaneously at the same location. Citizens are also recommended to gather no more than 10 people in private homes and to limit their social bubbles to no more than 10 people. Further details and exceptions are available at coronasmitte.dk Information on Tourism at National levelNational website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMUseful Info for touristsBefore starting your journey, please check visa requirements for your destination at: The Schengen visa EU Digital COVID Certificates
Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Denmark _________ The EU Digital COVID Certificate (available from 1 July 2021) provides proof that a person has either:
When travelling, holders of the EU Digital COVID Certificate will have the same rights as citizens of the visited Member State who have been vaccinated, tested or recovered. The certificate provides a standardised recognition of the holder's status related to vaccination, recovery from COVID or test result. Each country continues to be responsible for the definition of its own entry requirements and rules, which are not standardised at the EU level. This means that what you will be eligible for, upon presentation of this certificate, depends on the measures and entry rules in place at your country of destination. How does it work:
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04.05.2021 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?NO Denmark adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Denmark are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Danish nationals and foreigners who are resident or hold a valid residence permit in Denmark can enter, regardless of their purpose. Foreigners habitually resident abroad and travelling from orange and red countries must have a worthy purpose. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative COVID-19 test. People travelling to Denmark from yellow and orange countries who have completed the vaccination and who are able to provide the vaccination certificate are not required to provide a pre-departure negative PCR test. Children aged 12 and under are exempted. Entry by aircraft: Entry via sea or land borders: Passengers flying to Denmark from Greenland and the Faroe Islands are exempt from the testing requirement. In the case of people resident in Schleswig-Holstein, southern Sweden (Blekinge and Scania) and West Sweden (Halland og West Gothia) evidence of a negative test result upon entry is required. Both an antigen test and a PCR test that is no more than 72 hours old are accepted. Danish nationals resident in a border region are not required to provide a pre-departure PCR test, but they must be tested upon entry. People who leave Denmark within 24 hours are not subject to the test obligation upon entry. Danish nationals and foreign nationals who are permanently resident or have a residence permit in Denmark who enter after having worked in a border region are not required to take a test less than 24 hours before entering via land or sea border. Anyway, the person concerned can show a negative rapid or PCR test result at the Danish police, which is no more than 72 hours old. Passengers who have been previously infected with COVID-19 are no longer perceived to be contagious. These passengers must present proof of a positive COVID-19 test result from a test performed between 14 days and 12 weeks prior to entry. Is a quarantine required? All travellers from orange and red countries must complete a 10-day mandatory quarantine. Mandatory Travel Documentation Information on required documentation is available on the Danish Police website. Find out more: Contact Point for Denmark: Opening hours: What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Entry conditions vary according to whether the country of origin is classified as yellow, orange or red. Danish nationals and foreigners who are resident or hold a valid residence permit in Denmark can always enter, regardless of their purpose and are not required to present a negative COVID-19 test during the border control in Denmark. However, they are required to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 48 hours before boarding the plane abroad. Foreigners habitually resident abroad and travelling from orange and red countries must also have a worthy purpose. Worthy purposes have been tightened and can be represented by the following conditions:
Non-Danish citizens with clear symptoms such as dry cough and fever cannot enter Denmark. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers, including Danish nationals and foreigners habitually resident in Denmark, are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative COVID-19 test. Children aged 12 and under are exempted as well as Cargo, aircrew and other special flights. Is a quarantine required? All travellers from orange and red countries must complete a 10-day mandatory quarantine. The isolation can be ended by the presentation of a negative PCR test taken no earlier than day 4 after entry. May I transit this country?PARTIALLY As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. Additionally, for Denmark, the following rules apply: You can travel through Denmark (transit) if you have a worthy purpose outside Denmark or if you are going on holiday outside Denmark, the Faroe Islands and Greenland. This applies regardless of your habitual residence and your means of transport. Generally, everyone who wants to enter Denmark must take a test after entry and subsequently isolate themselves for ten days. Is a coronavirus test required? As of 7 February, if you are to transit through Denmark, you must present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before entry. Exemptions Children up to the age of 12 are exempt from the testing requirement. People having tested positive for COVID-19 within the past 8 weeks are exempt from the requirement to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test on arrival in Denmark if they can present proof of a positive COVID-19 test result within the past 12 weeks, which is at least 2 weeks old. Other exceptions regard the following categories:
If you have a transit flight and do not leave the airport's transit area, you are not required to present a negative COVID-19 test. Find out more: General measuresDue to the high infection numbers in Denmark, a nationwide lockdown is in force and stricter national measures will be applied to the whole country until the end of 5 April 2021. Find out more: Use of facemasksMasks are mandatory for people from the age of 12 in the following situations:
Find out more: The requirement to wear a face mask or shield Physical DistancingThe recommended minimum distance has been increased from 1 metre to at least 2 metres. Find out more: Safe socialising during the epidemic Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/DNK/7001
31.03.2021 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?NO Denmark adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Denmark are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Danish nationals and foreigners who are habitually resident or hold a valid residence permit in Denmark can always enter, regardless of their purpose. Foreigners who are not habitually resident or do not hold a valid residence permit must have a worthy purpose. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers,including Danish nationals and foreigners habitually resident in Denmark, are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative COVID-19 test. Children aged 12 and under are exempted. Entry by aircraft: Entry via sea or land borders: Passengers flying to Denmark from Greenland and the Faroe Islands are exempt from the testing requirement. In the case of people resident in Schleswig-Holstein, southern Sweden (Blekinge and Scania) and West Sweden (Halland og West Gothia) evidence of a negative test result upon entry is required. Both an antigen test and a PCR test that is no more than 72 hours old at the time of entry are accepted. People who leave Denmark within 24 hours are not subject to the test obligation upon entry. This means that Danish nationals with permanent residence in the Swedish or German border region who commute between their place of residence and a job in Denmark on a daily basis are exempt from the test. Danish nationals and foreign nationals who are permanently resident or have a residence permit in Denmark who enter after having worked in a border region are not required to take a test less than 24 hours before entering via land or sea border. Anyway, the person concerned can show a negative rapid or PCR test result at the Danish police, which is no more than 72 hours old. Passengers who have been previously infected with COVID-19 are no longer perceived to be contagious. These passengers must present proof of a positive COVID-19 test result from a test performed between 14 days and 12 weeks prior to entry. Is a quarantine required? All travellers must complete a 10-day mandatory quarantine. Mandatory Travel Documentation Information on required documentation is available on the Danish Police website. Find out more: Contact Point for Denmark: Opening hours: Documents you need to travel in Europe What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Entry from Third Countries is allowed only in case of a worthy purpose, (not for tourism). Is a coronavirus test required? As of 9 January 2021, a general ban has been introduced on flights carrying passengers, including Danish nationals, who are unable to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before departure. Cargo, aircrew and other special flights are not affected by the ban and children up to the age of 12 are exempt from the testing requirement, but they are urged to be tested. Danish nationals, people resident in Denmark, or people holding a valid residence permit in Denmark can enter, no matter the purpose and are not required to present a negative COVID-19 test during the border control in Denmark. However, they are required to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before boarding the plane abroad. Worthy purposes have been tightened and can be represented by the following conditions:
Non-Danish citizens with clear symptoms such as dry cough and fever cannot enter Denmark. Is a quarantine required? As of 7 February 2021, a mandatory 10-day isolation applies to all travellers. The isolation can be ended by the presentation of a negative PCR test taken no earlier than day 4 after entry. Find out more: Country specific travel guide for Danish residents Travel documents for border controls May I transit this country?PARTIALLY As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. Additionally, for Denmark, the following rules apply: You can travel through Denmark (transit) if you have a worthy purpose outside Denmark or if you are going on holiday outside Denmark, the Faroe Islands and Greenland. This applies regardless of your habitual residence and your means of transport. Generally, everyone who wants to enter Denmark must take a test after entry and subsequently isolate themselves for ten days. Is a coronavirus test required? As of 7 February, if you are to transit through Denmark, you must present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before entry. Exemptions Children up to the age of 12 are exempt from the testing requirement. People having tested positive for COVID-19 within the past 8 weeks are exempt from the requirement to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test on arrival in Denmark if they can present proof of a positive COVID-19 test result within the past 12 weeks, which is at least 2 weeks old. Other exceptions regard the following categories:
If you have a transit flight and do not leave the airport's transit area, you are not required to present a negative COVID-19 test. Find out more: General measuresDue to the high infection numbers in Denmark, a nationwide lockdown is in force and stricter national measures will be applied to the whole country until the end of 5 April 2021. To know more: Health cover for temporary stays Use of facemasksMasks are mandatory for people from the age of 12 in the following situations:
To know more: The requirement to wear a face mask or shield Physical DistancingThe recommended minimum distance has been increased from 1 metre to at least 2 metres. Find out more: Safe socialising during the epidemic Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/DNK/7001
25.01.2021 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?No Note: Denmark adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Denmark are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Entry from EU Member States and Schengen Associated countries is allowed only in case of a worthy purpose, (not for tourism). As of 9 January 2021 and at least until 7 February 2021, a general ban has been introduced on flights carrying passengers, including Danish nationals, who are unable to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before departure. Cargo, aircrew and other special flights are not affected by the ban and children up to the age of 12 are exempt from the testing requirement, but they are urged to be tested. Passengers flying to Denmark from Greenland and the Faroe Islands are also exempted. Danish nationals, people resident in Denmark, or people holding a valid residence permit in Denmark can enter, no matter the purpose and are not required to present a negative COVID-19 test during the border control in Denmark. However, they are required to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before boarding the plane abroad. Some exceptions may be available for border regions. In case of people resident in Schleswig-Holstein, southern Sweden (Blekinge and Scania) and West Sweden (Halland og West Gothia), who have a worthy purpose of entry, proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 7 days before entry is required. In all the other cases, border region residents who do not have a worthy purpose for entering Denmark must be able to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no Worthy purposes have been tightened and can be represented by some of the following conditions:
Entry restrictions and travel advice are determined on the basis of a set of objective criteria, which include country rates of infection and testing regimes. Passengers who have been previously infected with COVID-19 are no longer perceived to be contagious. These passengers must present proof of a positive COVID-19 test result from a test performed between 14 days and eight weeks prior to the flight. Mandatory Travel Documentation Information on required documentation is available on the Danish Police website. What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Specific measures for the new variants of coronavirus From 25 December those who are resident in the UK will not be able to enter Denmark, with a few exceptions related to the proof of a specific worthy purpose. In addition to proof of a special worthy purpose, travellers arriving by plane must present proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before they board the plane in the United Kingdom. Danish citizens, UK nationals or persons currently in the UK who are resident in Denmark will be able to enter. However, the Danish health authorities strongly recommend testing on entry and self-isolation for 10 days (with an option of a test to release after 4 days). As of 6 January 2021, stricter entry requirements apply to people permanently resident in South Africa. Proof of a special worthy purpose and of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before entry are mandatory. ____________________ Entry from Third Countries is allowed only in case of a worthy purpose, (not for tourism). As of 9 January 2021 and at least until 7 February 2021, a general ban has been introduced on flights carrying passengers, including Danish nationals, who are unable to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before departure. Cargo, aircrew and other special flights are not affected by the ban and children up to the age of 12 are exempt from the testing requirement, but they are urged to be tested. Danish nationals, people resident in Denmark, or people holding a valid residence permit in Denmark can enter, no matter the purpose and are not required to present a negative COVID-19 test during the border control in Denmark. However, they are required to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before boarding the plane abroad. Worthy purposes have been tightened and can be represented by the following conditions:
Non-Danish citizens with clear symptoms such as dry cough and fever cannot enter Denmark. Find out more: Country specific travel guide for Danish residents Medical Certificate - SARS-CoV-2 testing result Travel documents for border controls Documents you need to travel in Europe May I transit this country?Partially Transit through Denmark is allowed in case of a worthy purpose outside Denmark or if you are going on holiday outside Denmark, the Faroe Islands and Greenland as well as if you are in transit in case of your homebound journey. Passengers on connected flights to Denmark transiting in one or more airports have two different options: Passengers who have been previously infected with COVID-19 are no longer perceived to be contagious. These passengers must present proof of a positive COVID-19 test result from a test performed between 14 days and eight weeks prior to the flight. Find out more: General measuresDue to the high infection numbers in Denmark, a nationwide lockdown is in force and stricter measures have been applied to the whole country. A series of national measures will apply until the end of 28 February 2021 and even stricter measures are in place until 7 February 2021. To know more: Extension of COVID-19 measures and lockdown across the country Extension of stricter measures Health cover for temporary stays Use of facemasksMasks are are mandatory for people from the age of 12 in the following situations:
To know more: Physical DistancingThe recommended minimum distance has been increased from 1 metre to at least 2 metres. Find out more: Safe socialising during the epidemic
14.12.2020 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?
Entry from EU Member States and Schengen Associated countries is allowed without restrictions, unless a country or region is defined as high risk area. The map of 'banned' countries is based on the current number of infected people and is updated weekly by the SSI (Statens Serum Institut). This map is updated every Thursday, with decisions taking effect on the forthcoming Saturday at 00.00. Entry from 'banned' countries is possible for 'worthy purpose' only (not for tourism). Persons resident in high-risk countries who have a worthy purpose of entering Denmark can enter Denmark if they provide a certificate of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before entry. Without the proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before entry, the relevant person must expect to be refused entry. The requirement for people resident in high-risk countries does not apply to people who have a worthy purpose of entry and who are resident in the following border regions:
If the border country/region is categorised as banned, and the traveller does not have a worthy purpose of entry, the person will be required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test, taken no more than 72 hours before entry. The requirement for persons resident in high-risk countries does not apply to persons who enter Denmark in connection with the transportation of freight or to persons in transit. Entry restrictions and travel advice are determined on the basis of a set of objective criteria, which include country rates of infection and testing regimes. Non-Danish citizens with clear symptoms such as dry cough and fever cannot enter Denmark. Mandatory Travel Documentation Information on required documentation is available on the Danish Police website. What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Borders are open for Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and Uruguay. Entry from 'banned' countries is possible for 'worthy purpose' only (not for tourism) and the proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before entry is required. If you are a resident in Denmark, you can enter the country. In this case, a personal identification document with proof of address is required.
Non-Danish citizens with clear symptoms such as dry cough and fever cannot enter Denmark. Find out more: May I transit this country?
The entry restrictions for persons resident in high-risk countries do not apply to people resident in the following border regions:
Entry restrictions do not apply to people who enter Denmark in connection with the transportation of freight or to persons in transit. Transit is allowed in case of a worthy purpose outside Denmark and if you are going on holiday outside Denmark, the Faroe Islands and Greenland. Find out more: Find out more: Country specific travel guide for Danish residents Medical Certificate - SARS-CoV-2 testing result Documents you need to travel in Europe
02.10.2020 Entry RestrictionsEntry from EU+ countries is allowed without restrictions, unless a country or region is defined as high risk area. EU+ comprises EU Member States plus Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, Vatican City State and the Republic of San Marino. The map of 'banned' countries is based on the current number of infected people and is updated weekly by the SSI (Statens Serum Institut). This map is updated every Thursday, with decisions taking effect on the forthcoming Saturday at 00.00. Entry from 'banned' countries is possible for 'worthy purpose' only (not for tourism). Entry restrictions and travel advice are determined on the basis of a set of objective criteria, which include country rates of infection and testing regimes. Persons residing in an 'open' (yellow) country may travel to Denmark without the need to specify a purpose. Travellers coming from a 'banned' (orange) country may travel to Denmark for 'worthy purpose' only (not for tourism). Travellers from regions where the infection rate is above 50 new infections per 100,000 inhabitants per week are advised to get tested upon arrival to Denmark. As of 1 October 2020, the infection rate of the following regions in 'open countries' has exceeded this threshold: Ida-Viru Maakond (Estonia) and Voreio Aigaio (Greece). Non-Danish citizens with clear symptoms such as dry cough and fever cannot enter Denmark. Third-country nationals coming from outside the EU and Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and LiechtensteinBorders are open for Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia and Uruguay.
Non-Danish citizens with clear symptoms such as dry cough and fever cannot enter Denmark. Travelling from Denmark or returning to DenmarkDanish nationals and persons resident in Denmark can enter Denmark regardless of the purpose of their entry. TransitYou can travel through Denmark (transit) if you have a worthy purpose outside Denmark or you are going on holiday outside Denmark. This applies regardless of your habitual residence, and regardless of your vehicle. Foreigners with clear symptoms, such as fever and a dry cough, cannot enter Denmark Mandatory Travel DocumentationInformation on required documentation is available on the Danish Police website. Find out more:Rules and documents required if you are resident in an open country and want to enter Denmark Updated info on air travel regulations may be found at the IATA website
28.08.2020 Travelling to Denmark Entry from Andorra, Belgium, Croatia, France, Luxembourg, Malta, Romania and Spain is allowed for "worthy purpose" only (not for tourism). As of 22/8 at 00:00, entry is allowed for "worthy purpose" only (not for tourism) also from Monaco. Residents in Scania, Halland, Blekinge, Schleswig-Holstein or Norway can enter Denmark regardless of the purpose of their entry, if the region meets the criteria for being classified as open. An updated list of countries classification is available on the Danish Police website. Travelling from Denmark or returning to Denmark Third-country nationals Borders are open for Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia and Uruguay. Rules and Exceptions A weekly updated list of countries classification is available on the Danish Police website. The list is updated every Thursday, with decisions taking effect on the forthcoming Saturday at 00.00. Non-Danish citizens with clear symptoms such as dry cough and fever cannot enter Denmark. Mandatory Travel Documentation Find out more: |
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08.04.2020 The Danish Customs Agency continues its work under the COVID-19 pandemic. Customs clearance offices continue to be open, but some have adapted their opening hours Since 14 March 2020, the border has been closed for the entry of foreign nationals into Staff are instructed to follow the advice of the health authorities in their working environment. Since 12 March 2020, all Government officials have been asked to work from home, if their A crisis team has been established which monitors the situation. So far the Customs Agency Information in English from the Danish Customs Agency can be found on the following General information in English from the Danish authorities about coronavirus/covid-19 in |
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Recommended quarantine for 14 days for everyone coming into the country The Danish Government strongly advises travellers to stay at home for 14 days regardless of the status of the country of departure, duration of the stay abroad, and whether people are citizens, residents, or entering with a worthy purpose, possible exemptions e.g. for commuters Start date: 14.03.2020 End date: 13.04.2020 Further information: https://politi.dk/en/coronavirus-in-denmark/if-you-are-travelling-to-and... Entry restriction to non-Danish citizens (14.03.2020) Travellers can enter Denmark if they are Danish citizens, residents in Denmark, transiting through Denmark or have a 'worthy purpose'. No restrictions to freight transport. Consult the website for further information (such as exemptions): https://politi.dk/en/coronavirus-in-denmark/if-you-are-travelling-to-and... Start date: 14.03.2020 End date: 13.04.2020 |
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10.03.2021 COVID-19 update: Recommendations for road goods transport companies drivers and shippers available in more languages The leading Danish transport and logistics associations prepared a list of recommendations for the receipt and shipping of freight in 2020 and was available in in English, German, Polish. Meanwhile, a Romanian version has been prepared (see attached). The document contains recommendations for transport companies, professional drivers, consignors and consignees.
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04.03.2021 COVID-19 update: Update on the Danish entry restrictions concerning drivers resident in the UK. Previously, drivers resident in the UK or South Africa had to present a negative COVID-19 test. As from now a negative test is only required for truck drivers resident in South Africa . Persons resident in the UK who enter Denmark in connection with the transportation of freight are no longer required to show a negative test. There are no other changes to the entry restrictions and quarantine rules for truck drivers. A map of test places in Denmark is available here. The authorities webpage in English is available here. Source: ITD
03.03.2021 Update on the new posting rules applicable to cabotage and road leg of combined transport in Denmark Please note some latest updates on the new Danish posting-related rules to road transport operators performing freight cabotage, bus cabotage and the road leg of combined transport in Denmark, as from 1 January 2021. Information material provided in English, German, Polish and Russian languages are attached here and are available also on the Licence webpage of the Road Platform at: https://www.itf-oecd.org/country-licences. Registration of cabotage and combined transport should be made in the Register of Foreign Operations in Denmark. It is to be noted that the minimum wage has also been adjusted as per 1 March 2021. The rate in the leaflets are the new rates .The information covers both freight and passenger transport. Importantly, it is reminded that the grace period expires at end March 2021 – referring to announcement of Danish authority back in December 2020: Read here. Information in English of Danish Road Traffic Authority on this and other issues: Danish Road Traffic Authority (fstyr.dk) Cabotage and combined transport (fstyr.dk) Additional information: Further information is available on the Danish Road Traffic Authority's website: www.fstyr.dk If you have any questions please contact info@fstyr.dk.
Source: ITD/DTL/DPT
22.02.2021 COVID-19 update: Restrictions and closure of border crossings in Denmark Denmark - Germany It should be noted that several border crossings on the land border between Denmark and Germany will be closed completely from midnight, 00.00 hrs 20 February 2021. Only minor border crossing at the land border will be closed completely. The following border crossing on the land border between Denmark and Germany can be used: Frøslev/Ellund (E45) – 00.00 hrs -24.00 hrs Padborg – 00.00 hrs -24.00 hrs Sæd – 00.00 hrs – 24.00 hrs Pebersmark - 10.00 hrs -18.00 hrs Kruså – 00.00 hrs- 24.00 hrs – only for vehicles below 3,5 tonnes The control at the border will be intensified so this might cause delays. However, at Frøslev there is a lane exclusively for freight transport which should hopefully shorten the waiting time. A worthy purpose, such as transporting goods, is required for entry into Denmark. Persons who enter Denmark in connection with the transportation of freight are still exempt from the requirement to take a test - except if the person is residing in the United Kingdom or South Africa, in which case, the traveller must present proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before entry. Truck drivers who are not residents of Denmark are still required to isolate when they are not performing work. This can be done in the vehicle if allowed according to the regulation on driving and rest time. Source : ITD
15.02.2021 COVID -19 update: Exemptions for drivers transporting goods in Denmark Drivers entering Denmark with the purpose of transporting goods are exempted from test requirement unless they are resident in the UK or South Africa (in which case they must present proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before entry) In order to avoid problems it is however recommended to bring the relevant link to the webpage and documentation that the driver is entering Denmark with the purpose of entering goods. Link to the webpage. Source: ITD
08.02.2021 COVID-19 update: New entry restrictions in Denmark From 7 February 2021, new restrictions apply in Denmark. From midnight, people entering Denmark will be required to test and go into isolation for 10 days. There are a few exemptions for this. Truck drives will not be required to test after entering Denmark at the land/sea border but depending on the circumstances will have to isolate. Foreign truck drivers are not obliged to isolate while they are working, but will have to isolate when they are not working. They can isolate in the vehicle if this is permitted under the rules on driving and rest time. The isolation may be interrupted in connection with the performance of work, to use toilet and bath facilities in the immediate vicinity of the isolation site, to purchase food and other necessities, and to relocate to a different isolation site. No more than two persons may isolate in one vehicle. Drivers resident in Denmark are not required to isolate if they have a negative PCR-test that is taken within 7 days before entry into Denmark. Persons that have been infected with Covid-19 and can demonstrate a positive test certificate (PCR/antigen) taken between 2 and 12 weeks before entry into Denmark are exempted from the requirement to isolate. The authorities have now published this information in English here. Source: ITD
22.01.2021 Issues at Denmark - Sweden Border resolved Denmark - Sweden SÅ, NLF and DTL , IRU associations in the Nordics, after contacting their respective authorities, have now confirmed that carriers of goods shall be allowed to transit Sweden and / or travel back after delivering the goods regardless of the final destination. This news comes in a context , where some truck drivers were denied entry into Sweden from Denmark in the past few days. A link to the relevant legislation, where it is underlined that persons transporting goods from Sweden to Denmark are exempted from the travel ban can be accessed here (in Swedish). Source: DTL 11.01.2021 Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak : New restrictions on entry into Denmark. From 9 January 17.00 h, a worthy purpose as well as a negative COVID-19 test, taken no more than 24 hours before entry, is required for persons that are not resident in Denmark or a Danish citizen. Persons transporting freight are exempted from the negative COVID-19 test (unless they are resident in the UK). Drivers permanently residing in the United Kingdom that are transporting goods to Denmark are required to have a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before entry into Denmark. This is regardless of where the transport begins. All persons travelling by aircraft to Denmark are required to have a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before boarding the plane. Both PCR tests and antigen tests are accepted. The new restrictions are in force up to and including 17 January, 2021. Source: ITD
06.11.2020 In order to prevent the spread of a mutated version of Covid-19 the Danish government has introduced a “lockdown” in 7 municipalities in Northern Jutland. It will still be possible to enter these areas for the transport of goods. However, it is strictly recommended that drivers that enter these areas do not stay in these areas for a longer time than necessary. Drivers resident in these 7 municipalities are strictly advised not to leave the area. The concerned municipalities are Hjørring, Frederikshavn, Brønderslev, Jammerbugt, Vesthimmerland, Thisted and Læsø (map can be found here). Source: ITD
29.10.2020 From 26 October 2020 the Danish border controls are intensified. All relevant border crossings can still be used. Persons resident in high-risk countries must have a worthy purpose when entering Denmark. Further, they must now also present proof of a negative COVID-19 test. The test must be taken within the last 72 hours before entering Denmark. Persons, who enter Denmark in connection with the transportation of freight, are exempted from the test requirement. They must instead be able to present documentation of this (CMR or other documentation). The list of high-risk countries are updated every week. The current list of high-risk countries is available here: https://coronasmitte.dk/en/entry-into-denmark/new-requirements-for-persons-from-high-risk-countries Note that for EU, Schengen and UK countries the Danish authorities differ between residents in banned countries and high-risk countries. Persons resident in banned EU/Schengen/UK countries are allowed to enter Denmark without a test certificate if they have a worthy purpose. Persons resident in high-risk EU, Schengen UK countries must have both a worthy purpose AND a negative COVID-19-test certificate. The requirement of having a worthy purpose as well as a negative test certificate also apply to persons resident in banned countries outside EU/Schengen/UK. As mentioned the test requirement is not applicable for drivers entering Denmark in connection with the transportation of freight. Not all the details of the new restrictions are yet in place, but the final wording will be released within a few days. However, in the first few days, the new restrictions will be enforced at the discretion of the authorities, and people will be given the opportunity to adapt to the rules. Further information is available here in English and German: https://coronasmitte.dk/en/entry-into-denmark Source: ITD
14.09.2020 All border crossings are now open. There are still some restrictions on travel to Denmark, but these do not concern the transport of goods. Source: ITD
18.08.2020 Passenger transport: From 22 August the use of face masks will be mandatory on public transport in Demark, including on ferries. A disposable face mask, good cloth face covering or face visor can be used. The use of face masks is already mandatory in some Danish municipalities owing to higher infection rates. Additional information: Non-national employers, posted workers and self-employed service providers will now be offered COVID-19 tests at the Danish border. Individuals are advised to take a test if they have travelled from a high-risk area (not mandatory). More information can be found here. Source: ITD
01.07.2020 As from 1 July, new restrictions on the low emission zones on Denmark enter into force. From 1 July 2020, vehicles above 3.5 tonnes (buses and lorries) which were registered on, or later than, 1 October 2009 in order to be allowed to drive within low emission zones in Denmark. Euro 5 or EEV heavy vehicles can also enter the low emission zones. In case the foreign lorry or bus has been first registered before 1 October 2009, the vehicle must be registered in the Danish system again with documentation proving a retrofitted particulate filter and/or euronorm. It has been decided to discontinue the low emission permit; this means that a low emission permit will no longer be required and that driving in the zones will no longer be controlled by the low emission permit. Registrations can be made here. For vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes (vans) the vehicle must be registered on or later than 1 January 2007, in order to be allowed to drive within low emission zones. During the first three months (from 1 July to 31 September), no fines will be imposed on vehicle owners based the automatic number plate recognition. Instead, they will be given a warning. The police can still impose fines for infringements. Low emission zones are located in Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Aalborg, Odense and Aarhus ; further details can be found here. Please note that further restrictions will apply from 1 January 2022. More information can be found here. Source: ITD
12.06.2020 On 12 June, the Danish authorities have informed of the opening of Padborg border crossing point from 13 June, from 07:00 to 23:00. Together with Frøslev/E45 and Sæd (both open 24 hours a day), the three can be used by trucks over 3.5 tonnes to cross the border. Members are advised that controls will be increased. The “blue border” (ferry routes) can still be used and controls will be still carried out. The same applies for the Øresundsbridge between Denmark and Sweden. Members are reminded that goods drivers are allowed to enter the country unless they show symptoms of Covid-19 virus. The full list of categories allowed to enter the country can be seen here. Source: ITD
03.06.2020 Existing restrictions at Danish borders have been extended until further notice. However, some relaxations have been added to reflect the evolution of the pandemic. Persons with a “worthy purpose” (such as drivers) will be allowed to enter Denmark. Business travellers who enter Denmark as part of their jobs, with the purpose of attending meetings, etc., are now deemed to have a “worthy purpose” and can enter Denmark if such meetings, etc., cannot be postponed or held without their physical presence. From 15 June, persons (tourists) permanently residing in Germany, Norway and Iceland will also be allowed entry if they can prove that they will stay a minimum of 6 nights in Denmark (outside Copenhagen). The rule does not apply to drivers. For persons residing in Sweden and Finland – a decision has not yet been reached. More information can be seen here and here. Source: ITD
23.04.2020 Restrictions at the Danish border have been extended until 11 May. Following the Easter weekend, nurseries and schools began to open and a limited number of professions have also resumed activity. The current limits on group gathering will also be progressively relaxed: from 10 May onwards, the current limit of 10 people will be raised to 500 until 1 September 2020. Concerning ADR certificates for drivers, Denmark has signed the M324 multilateral agreement: driver training certificates expiring between 1 March and 1 November 2020 will remain valid until 30 November 2020. In addition, despite section 6a (2), 1 of the Freight Forwarding Act, the exchange of drivers between companies with a Danish operating license for international freight transport is allowed, pursuant to section 1 (1) 1 of the Freight Transport Act. This applies until 28 April 2020. STA-licenses (drivers of pilot cars for exceptional transport) that expire between 1 March and 30 April 2020 will have their validity extended until 31 August 2020. This will only apply to transport within the Danish borders. Drivers who carry out international road transport and have an expired driver's certificate are advised by the Danish Road Authority to bring the certificate for international transport workers (Annex III from the Green Lane Guidelines). More information on the Danish Road Authority site can be found here. Members should be aware that the driving and rest times relaxations have expired. Source: DI, ITD, and DTL
07.04.2020 On 6 April, the Danish Prime Minister announced that restrictions in place at Danish borders will be extended until 10 May, inclusive; the period could be further extended depending on the circumstances. Goods and freight transport remains exempted. Restrictions on social life currently in place (e.g. bans on events of more than 10 people) are also extended until the same date. Large gatherings are banned until the end of August. Source: ITD
27.03.2020 Extension of a temporary exemption in the driving and rest time rules regarding weekly rest From 13 March 2020 until 11 April 2020, all national freight transport in Denmark has been exempted from the rules on weekly rest. As of 26 March 2020, the temporary exemption covers both international and national freight transport. More information here (in English) or here (in Danish). Sources: DLT and DI Transport
25.03.2020 An order has been issued extending the validity of a number of driver licences and certificates in the transport sector. The ban on exchanging drivers between companies has also been temporarily lifted. These measures have been put it place to prevent driver shortages. The validity of the following categories of licences and certificates that expire in the period between 1 March and 30 April 2020 will be extended to 31 August 2020: · Licence types: C1, C1/E, C, C/E, D1, D1/E, D and D/E. · Driver training certificates issued pursuant to the Executive Order on Qualification Requirements for Certain Drivers of Vehicles in Road Transport. · Driver training certificates for the carriage of dangerous goods by road issued pursuant to the Order on the Carriage of Dangerous Goods. · Security Advisor Certificate issued pursuant to Executive Order on Security Advisors for the Transport of Dangerous Goods. In addition, notwithstanding section 6a (2), 1 of the Freight Forwarding Act, the exchange of drivers between companies with an operating licence for international freight transport is allowed pursuant to section 1 (1). 1 of the Freight Transport Act. This applies until 30 March 2020. Original article in Danish: http://dtl.eu/presserum/nyheder/2020/marts/sundhedsministeren-saetter-lempelser-i-kraft-for-vejtransport/ Source: DTL
22.03.2020 Danish Minister of Transport has announced that the temporary exemption for drivers' weekly rest has been extended by another 20 days and will therefore apply until 11 April (included). The exemption only concerns national transport. Measures lifted are the ones mentioned in Art. 8.6 of Reg. (EC) 561/2006; all other provisions apply. Source: DI Transport
20.03.2020 The leading Danish transport and logistics associations have prepared a list of recommendations for the receipt and shipping of freight. The document contains recommendations for transport companies, professional drivers, consignors and consignees and is available in English, German and Polish. Source: DTL |