Denmark is at Level 2: exercise increased caution

Reissued after periodic review with minor edits.    

Exercise increased caution in the Kingdom of Denmark due to terrorism.  

Country Summary:  Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the Kingdom of Denmark.  Terrorists can attack with little or no warning. They could target tourist spots, transport hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of religious importance, parks, major sporting and cultural events, schools, airports, and other public areas.

The Kingdom of Denmark consists of Denmark, the Faroe Islands, and Greenland.  For additional information, please review the country information pages for Denmark and the Faroe Islands and for Greenland.

If you decide to travel to the Kingdom of Denmark: 

• Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and crowded public venues. 
• Follow the instructions of local authorities. 
• Monitor local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information. 
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. 
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and X/Twitter.  
• Follow the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen on Facebook and X/Twitter.
• Review the Country Security Report for Denmark. 
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations.  Review the Traveler’s Checklist.