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Türkiye to Greenland visa requirements

Yes, Turkish ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Greenland. Greenland is not in the Schengen Area, so a Schengen or Danish visa does not work; you must apply specifically for a Greenland short-stay visa through a Danish diplomatic mission (via VFS Global in Türkiye) before you travel. Greenland is an autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark but is NOT part of the EU or the Schengen Area, and it is not covered by ETIAS. Entry is governed by Danish rules administered by the Danish Immigration Service (SIRI/Udlaendingestyrelsen). Greenland's visa-exemption list mirrors the Schengen Annex II list: nationals who are visa-free for short stays in Schengen may visit Greenland visa-free for up to 90 days. Turkey is a Schengen Annex I (visa-required) country, so Turkish ordinary passport holders are NOT visa-exempt and must obtain a visa specifically endorsed for Greenland. A Schengen visa or a visa for Denmark/the Faroe Islands is not valid for Greenland; the visa sticker must explicitly state it is valid for entry to Greenland. Applications are filed at a Danish diplomatic mission abroad; in Türkiye the Danish embassy uses VFS Global visa application centres. The procedure and the EUR 90 fee mirror the Schengen short-stay visa, and you can request a combined Greenland + Schengen visa on a single application. The short-stay limit is 90 days within any 180-day period, the same rolling rule as Schengen but counted for Greenland/Faroe Islands separately. Standard processing is up to 15 calendar days once a complete application is submitted. Because no visa-free, eVisa, e-ETA or visa-on-arrival channel exists for Turkish nationals, the verdict is visa-required.
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 visa (Type C) endorsed valid for Greenland, issued by Denmark
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple, as granted on the visa
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 90 (adults); EUR 45 for children 6-11; free under 6
consular fee only
Processing time
Up to 15 calendar days (longer if extra documents are needed)
standard track
Validity
Aligned with travel dates; visa sticker must state validity for Greenland
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need the Greenland-specific visa
Turkish ordinary passport holders are not on Greenland's visa-exempt list. A Schengen or Danish visa is NOT valid for Greenland; you need a visa whose sticker explicitly states it is valid for entry to Greenland.
· Visa required· Separate from Schengen
/02
Book an appointment with VFS Global in Türkiye
The Danish embassy in Ankara handles Greenland visas and outsources submission to VFS Global. Book an appointment at a VFS Danish Visa Application Centre (Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, etc.).
· VFS Global· Danish mission
/03
Complete the application form
Use the Danish short-stay visa application (the same form as for Denmark/Schengen). One form covers both a Greenland visa and a combined Schengen visa if you need both.
· Single form· Combined option
/04
Assemble supporting documents
Prepare passport, photos, Greenland accommodation and flight bookings, travel medical insurance, proof of funds and ties to Turkey, and the visa fee.
· Documentation
/05
Submit biometrics and pay the fee
Attend the VFS centre to give fingerprints and photo, submit the file and pay the EUR 90 visa fee plus the VFS service charge.
· Biometrics· EUR 90
/06
Collect your passport and verify the Greenland endorsement
Wait up to ~15 calendar days. When you receive the passport, check that the visa sticker explicitly says it is valid for Greenland before you travel.
· ~15 days· Check sticker
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredTurkish passport valid at least 3 months beyond departure, with 2+ blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Danish/Schengen short-stay visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredTwo recent biometric passport photos (ICAO standard)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip flights to/from Greenland
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredAccommodation bookings (hotel) or invitation for the full stay
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredTravel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements) for the trip
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredVisa fee EUR 90 plus VFS Global service fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of ties to Turkey (employment, property, family)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedDetailed day-by-day Greenland travel itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
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.
Official sourcesDanish Immigration Service (nyidanmark.dk) - Visa to the Faroe Islands or GreenlandVisit Greenland - Visa Requirement (official tourism board)Denmark in Türkiye (tyrkiet.um.dk) - How to apply for a visa
Application link included: Danish Immigration Service (nyidanmark.dk) - Visa to the Faroe Islands or Greenland
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Greenland short-stay visa fee (adult)EUR 90Same as the Schengen short-stay visa fee; paid at submission
Greenland short-stay visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Children under 6 are exempt from the visa fee
VFS Global service feeApprox. EUR 30-40Charged per applicant by the visa application centre in Türkiye
Travel medical insuranceApprox. EUR 30-60Minimum EUR 30,000 coverage required for the trip
Total estimateEUR 90 — EUR 190incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing via VFS Global / Danish mission
Up to 15 calendar days
Normal processing once a complete application with all documents and biometrics is submitted. Apply well in advance, especially in summer.
Extended processing
Up to 30-45 days
Applies if additional documentation, verification or referral to the Danish Immigration Service is required.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Turkey is a Schengen visa-required (Annex I) nationality
Greenland's visa-exemption list mirrors the Schengen short-stay exemption list; Turkish ordinary passport holders are not on it, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
Greenland is outside Schengen
A Schengen visa or a Danish visa is not valid for Greenland; a separate visa explicitly endorsed for Greenland is required.
High
/03
No visa-free, eVisa or visa-on-arrival channel exists
There is no electronic visa, ETA or on-arrival option for Turkish nationals entering Greenland; the visa must be obtained beforehand.
Medium
/04
Wrong visa endorsement
Travelers sometimes arrive with a Schengen-only sticker that does not list Greenland and are refused boarding/entry.
Medium
/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
Turkey to Greenland route verified
Confirmed via the Danish Immigration Service (nyidanmark.dk), Visit Greenland and the Greenland visa policy that Turkish ordinary passport holders need a Denmark-issued short-stay visa endorsed for Greenland; Greenland is not Schengen and ETIAS does not apply. Fee EUR 90, processing up to 15 days, max stay 90 days.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Is Greenland part of the Schengen Area?—
No. Greenland is an autonomous Danish territory but is outside the EU and the Schengen Area. A Schengen visa is not valid for Greenland, and ETIAS does not cover travel to Greenland.
Can I use my Schengen or Danish visa to enter Greenland?+
Where do Turkish citizens apply for a Greenland visa?+
How long can I stay in Greenland on this visa?+
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Do I need travel insurance?+
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