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Russian Federation to Greenland visa requirements

Yes. A Russian ordinary passport holder needs a visa to visit Greenland for tourism. Greenland is NOT in the Schengen area, so a Danish or Schengen visa does not grant entry: you must hold a short-stay visa specifically endorsed for Greenland, issued by a Danish diplomatic mission. Greenland is an autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark but is OUTSIDE the EU and OUTSIDE the Schengen area. Russian citizens are on the visa-required list for Greenland and must obtain a short-stay (Schengen-Code, Type C) visa that is explicitly endorsed "valid for Greenland." A standard Schengen or Denmark-only visa is NOT valid for entry to Greenland. The visa is processed by Danish diplomatic missions on the standard Schengen short-stay framework: maximum stay 90 days, fee EUR 90, and case processing of about 15 days (up to 45 if further checks are needed). Because Denmark's visa service provider inside Russia has suspended biometric collection and visa issuance following 2022 restrictions, Russian applicants in practice apply through a Danish mission in a third country where they hold legal residence. Since Greenland is not in Schengen, the EU ETIAS travel authorisation does NOT apply to Greenland, and the Schengen 90/180 day rule is not the governing instrument (though the Greenland visa similarly caps stays at 90 days). The route remains firmly visa-required; no visa-free, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival channel exists for Russian ordinary passport holders.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Short-stay (Schengen-Code Type C) visa endorsed for Greenland, issued by Denmark
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple (as granted)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 90 (adult); EUR 45 (children 6-11); under 6 free
consular fee only
Processing time
About 15 days (up to 45 days if further checks)
standard track
Validity
Valid for the stay granted, within the 90-days-in-180 short-stay limit
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a Greenland-endorsed visa
As a Russian ordinary passport holder you are visa-required. A Schengen or Denmark-only visa will NOT admit you to Greenland; the visa sticker must explicitly state it is valid for Greenland.
· Visa-required nationality· Greenland is non-Schengen
/02
Find the right Danish mission
Apply at a Danish embassy/consulate or its visa application centre that processes applications on behalf of Denmark. Because services inside Russia are suspended, most applicants apply via a Danish mission in a third country where they hold legal residence.
· Danish diplomatic mission· Third-country residence often needed
/03
Assemble your documents
Prepare passport, application form, photos, travel insurance, accommodation and flight bookings, and proof of funds. Note your itinerary must show the Greenland stay so the visa can be endorsed accordingly.
· Document pack· Greenland itinerary
/04
Book an appointment and submit biometrics
Schedule an appointment, submit the application, pay the fee, and provide fingerprints/photo (biometrics) unless previously enrolled within the validity window.
· Appointment· Biometrics
/05
Wait for processing
Standard case processing is about 15 days; allow up to 45 days if additional checks are required. Apply well ahead of travel (you may apply up to 6 months before).
· ~15 days· Apply early
/06
Collect passport and verify the Greenland endorsement
Retrieve your passport and check the visa sticker shows validity for Greenland, the dates, and the number of entries before you travel.
· Verify endorsement· Check dates/entries
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Russian Federation -> Greenland · Short-stay (Schengen-Code Type C) visa endorsed for Greenland, issued by Denmark
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RequiredRussian passport valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure, with 2+ blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Schengen/Denmark short-stay visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredTwo recent biometric passport photos
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip / onward flight bookings
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation in Greenland (hotel/host invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
ConditionalTravel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 coverage (may be waived if visa is valid for Greenland only)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay (bank statements)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredVisa fee EUR 90 (reduced/exempt categories apply)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedDetailed itinerary showing the Greenland portion of the trip
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of legal residence in the third country where you apply (if not applying in Russia)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: New to Denmark (Danish Immigration Service) - Visa to the Faroe Islands or Greenland
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Greenland short-stay visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard Schengen-Code short-stay visa fee applied by Denmark
Greenland short-stay visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Reduced rate; children under 6 are exempt
Visa application centre service feeEUR 30-40 (approx.)Charged by the external service provider (e.g. VFS) where applicable
Travel medical insuranceEUR 30-60 (approx.)Required for the trip; may be waived if the visa is valid for Greenland only
Total estimateEUR 90EUR 190incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Extended processing
Up to 45 days
Applies when additional investigation or consultation is required; submit your application early to allow for this.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Russia is on the visa-required list for Greenland
Russian ordinary passport holders are not among the 90+ visa-exempt nationalities for Greenland and must obtain a visa in advance.
High
/02
Greenland is outside Schengen
A Schengen or Denmark-only visa is not valid for Greenland; the visa must be specifically endorsed for Greenland.
High
/03
Danish visa services in Russia are suspended
Following 2022 measures, biometric enrolment and visa issuance inside Russia are largely suspended, so applicants typically apply via a Danish mission in a country of legal residence.
Medium
/04
Incomplete or missing Greenland endorsement
Travelers sometimes obtain a generic Schengen visa and are refused boarding/entry because the sticker does not state validity for Greenland.
Medium
/05
ETIAS does not cover Greenland
The EU ETIAS authorisation applies only to the Schengen area; Greenland is excluded, so ETIAS is neither available nor sufficient.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Russia to Greenland route verified
Confirmed via Danish Immigration Service and Visit Greenland that Russian ordinary passport holders require a short-stay visa endorsed for Greenland; Greenland remains outside Schengen and ETIAS. Fee EUR 90, max stay 90 days, processing ~15 days.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can I enter Greenland with a Schengen or Danish visa?
No. Greenland is not part of the Schengen area. Your visa sticker must explicitly state it is valid for Greenland; a standard Schengen or Denmark-only visa will not admit you.
Does ETIAS apply to Greenland?+
Where do Russian citizens apply for a Greenland visa?+
How long can I stay in Greenland on this visa?+
How much does the Greenland visa cost?+
How long does processing take?+
/11 — Passport tools

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