Here you will find important tips and useful information for Denmark.
in Swiss francs (CHF)
For ATM cash withdrawals
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online
in local currency
For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination
Mainly cashless payment
Local currency / ISO Code
Danish krone DKK
Customary credit cards are accepted in most places. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
An additional charge per withdrawal may apply in this country.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
We recommend carrying only small amounts of cash. Cash payments are often not possible in Denmark. In this country, card payments are usual even for smallest amounts.
+/- 0 h
- 1 h (Färöer Islands; - 4 h (Greenland)
Copenhagen (København)
Official language
Danish
Language capabilities
English and German
220 volt / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Banks
9.30 - 16.00 h (Mon - Wed, Fri)
9.30 - 18.00 h (Thu)
Stores
9.00 - 17.30 h (Mon - Thu)
9.00 - 19.00 h (Fri)
9.00 - 12.00/14.00 h (Sat)
Valid passport or valid ID card for stays up to 3 months.
DeVaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals.
Minimum age for car rentals: 23 to 25 (varies by company).
Headlights must be on even during the day.
CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰.
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Regional consular center for the Nordic Countriesn
Stockholm, Valhallavägen 64
Tel.: +46 8 676 79 00
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