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U.S. Minor Outlying IslandsGreenland: Visa-free

U.S. Minor Outlying IslandsGreenland

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Greenland?

Visa-free

No. United States passport holders do not need a visa to visit Greenland for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

U.S. Minor Outlying Islands does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a United States passport. See the United States passport.

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Visa-free access to Greenland136 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Denmark passport holders visiting U.S. Minor Outlying Islands: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Greenland?

No. United States passport holders do not need a visa to visit Greenland for tourism.

What currency is used in Greenland?

krone (DKK).

What is the emergency number in Greenland?

112.

What time zone is Greenland in?

Godthab (UTC-1).

What is the nearest airport to Nuuk?

Nuuk International Airport (GOH), about 2 km away.

How many countries can enter Greenland without a visa?

136 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Greenland visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.