§ 39. Udlændingeloven

In Brief

Section 39 of the Danish Aliens Act requires all foreigners to have a valid passport or another approved travel document when entering, staying, and leaving Denmark. This rule applies to anyone who is...

Examples

• American spouse moving to Denmark

  An American moving to Denmark to be with a Danish spouse must carry a valid passport and may need a visa, which should be indicated in their passport.

• EU citizen buying property

  An EU citizen relocating to Denmark to buy property must have their passport ready at all times, even if they don't need a visa.

• Student extending visa

  An international student in Denmark must show their passport when applying to extend their residence permit or during checks from public authorities.

Common Misunderstandings

• •Some think they can travel without a passport if they have a visa; however, a passport is always required.
• •It's a misconception that EU citizens don't need to show any documents; they must still carry identification like a passport.
• •Many believe that if they have a residence permit, they don't need to show their passport; however, they must always have it available.

Frequently Asked Questions