Greenland
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
In brief
About 56.8 thousand people live in Greenland, on 2,166,086 km². The capital is Nuuk.
- Capital
- Nuuk
- Population
- 56,831
- Area
- 2,166,086 km²
- Official language
- Greenlandic
No land borders
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Greenland?
Sockets take plug type C/E/F/K, at 230 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Greenland?
Call 112 for police, ambulance and fire.
Do you tip in Greenland?
Not expected.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Greenland?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Greenland?
Prices are in Danish Krone (DKK).
What language do they speak in Greenland?
Official language: Greenlandic.
How do I call a number in Greenland from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +299.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
