COVID-19 & Travel to/in Greenland
BREAKING NEWS
All COVID-19 restrictions have been removed for travelling to and in Greenland.
As of Wednesday, 18 May 2022, there are no restrictions for anyone travelling to and in Greenland,
regardless of place of residence and regardless of vaccination status. 
At this site you can find information specific to traveling to and in South Greenland while COVID-19 restrictions are in effect, including who may travel to Greenland, plus contact information for health centers and more.
We suggest reading this page in its entirety.
Note: the text in red is "breaking news".


For an extensive tourism-related FAQ document, please visit:
www.vg.gl/corona


Any other questions related to travelling in South Greenland during the COVID-19 pandemic
can please be directed to:

Tourism Destination Manager for South Greenland
Sarah Woodall
sw@isg.gl
INCOMING TRAVEL TO GREENLAND
BREAKING NEWS
All COVID-19 restrictions have been removed for travelling to and in Greenland.
As of Wednesday, 18 May 2022, there are no restrictions for anyone travelling to and in Greenland,
regardless of place of residence and regardless of vaccination status. 
The information categories below are maintained purely in case any rules are once again instated.
Please do not take note to them. 

Allowances for Fully Vaccinated Persons (in Greenland)
As of Wednesday, 18 May 2022, there are no restrictions for anyone travelling to and in Greenland,
regardless of place of residence and regardless of vaccination status. 

Greenland's Definition of Fully Vaccinated (for incoming travel)
One has received ALL required injections, for the given vaccine.
The final vaccination must have been given at least 14 days prior to travel. 
The vaccination brand must be one approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA).

"Partially vaccinated" is not synonymous with "Fully vaccinated". 
"Previously infected" is not synonymous with "Fully vaccinated" however they may enjoy the same travel allowances as fully vaccinated persons.
Source: Government of Greenland
(Greenlandic & Danish only)
Overview of All Entry Rules
As of Wednesday, 18 May 2022, there are no restrictions for anyone travelling to and in Greenland,
regardless of place of residence and regardless of vaccination status. 

1)
Familiarisation with the Kingdom of Denmark's entry regulations.


2)
As of 26 January 2022, it is no longer required to be pre-tested prior to travel into Greenland.
This is valid regardless of place of residence and regardless of vaccination status.


3)
Mask/visor usage.
As of 10 February 2022, it is no longer required to wear a mask on public transportation to and in Greenland.
This is valid regardless of place of residence and regardless of vaccination status.


4)
As of 10 February 2022, it is no longer required for unvaccinated persons to quarantine upon arrival.
NOTE: At the present time, the only unvaccinated persons allowed to travel into Greenland are: persons with residence in Greenland, persons age 11 years and younger.
 

5)
For the duration of one's trip, all persons are requested to continue to adhere to all precautions & requirements regarding mask/visor usage, access to public places, sanitation and social distancing, especially until 14 days have elapsed since arrival to Greenland.


Maintain 2 meters distance from other persons
Avoid places where close contact with others could occur
Wash and/or disinfect hands often
Always cough or sneeze into a handkerchief or arm
Do not spit
Use good cleaning habits and ensure proper ventilation when indoors or in an enclosed space


Isolation if COVID-19 symptoms occur.
Administering of an antigen-test (a.k.a. quick test or home test) can be done, if desired.
PCR/RNA testing at a health center will only be available for high-risk groups with COVID-19 symptoms.
Domestic Travel in Greenland
Entry Rule - PCR Pre-Travel Test
As of Wednesday, 18 May 2022, there are no restrictions for anyone travelling to and in Greenland,
regardless of place of residence and regardless of vaccination status. 

Removal of pre-test requirement
As of 26 January 2022, it is no longer required to be pre-tested prior to travel into Greenland.

NOTE: persons travelling via Denmark or Iceland may, however, still be subject to Denmark's or Iceland's pre-test entry rules.
See links to these countries' entry rules under "Additional Resources"  below.
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Entry Rule - Quarantine
As of Wednesday, 18 May 2022, there are no restrictions for anyone travelling to and in Greenland,
regardless of place of residence and regardless of vaccination status. 

Quarantine upon arrival is no longer required to travel into Greenland.
How to Quarantine

As long as a person is in quarantine,
they should preferably remain at their accommodation and avoid contact with others.


It is permitted to go outdoors as long as one avoids contact with other people.
A mask is required if there is any chance of coming in contact with others.

It is permitted to shop for groceries and necessary items, if needed.
A mask is required inside the store and outdoors, if there is any chance of coming in contact with others.
It is recommended to shop for groceries in non-peak hours.

Nature-quarantine is permitted, meaning one may go direct to the wilderness for a camping trip.



Guidelines inside the accommodation
It is strongly encouraged to quarantine ALONE within the accommodation.

If staying with others, like a travel partner or a family member/friend that resides in Greenland,
minimise contact with other persons,
including f.ex. kissing or preparing/sharing meals together.

Always cough or sneeze into a handkerchief or arm.

Wash hands every time after coughing or sneezing, after using the restroom, before meals and
after coming inside the accommodation after being outdoors. 
Use soap & water, hand sanitizer or wet napkins.



Guidelines outside the accommodation

Limit time spent outdoors in places where one could come in contact with other people.
A mask is required if there is any chance of coming in contact with others. 

It is not permitted to take public or private transportation where one could come in contact with other people.

It is not permitted to mix with groups of people or to visit public places such as eateries, shared laundry rooms, gyms, movie theatres, and the like.

Avoid grocery shopping, if possible.
It is permitted to shop for groceries and necessary items, if needed. 
A mask is required inside the store and outdoors, if there is any chance of coming in contact with others.
It is recommended to shop for groceries in non-peak hours.


It is permitted to walk the dog, as long as one avoids contact with other people.
A mask is required if there is any chance of coming in contact with others.  


Watch for the following symptoms.
If symptoms occur, the person must isolate themself until 48 hours have passed with no COVID-19 symptoms.
Administering of an antigen-test (a.k.a. quick test or home test) can be done, if desired.
PCR/RNA testing at a health center will only be available for high-risk groups with COVID-19 symptoms.


Cough
Sore throat
Fever
Headache
Tiredness
Muscle soreness
Mucus build-up
Difficulty breathing
Diarrhea

PCR Re-Testing / Testing in Greenland
As of Wednesday, 18 May 2022, there are no restrictions for anyone travelling to and in Greenland,
regardless of place of residence and regardless of vaccination status. 

Test Locations

PCR/RNA testing at a health center will only be available for high-risk groups with COVID-19 symptoms and for persons travelling on a direct flight to a country requiring a PCR test for entry.

All PCR re-tests administered in South Greenland are sent to Qaqortoq in order to be analysed.
This does extend waiting time to receive PCR re-test results, for those tested outside Qaqortoq.

See Health Center Contact Information below for phone numbers if needed.
Boat-based Travel (including public cruise ship of any size, commercial charter vessel and private vessel)
Summer 2022: Open for Cruise Ships

In a press meeting held on Wednesday 23 February 2022, the Government of Greenland announced that cruise ships will be allowed to call in Greenland in summer 2022. 

Isolation
Isolation is for persons with COVID-19 symptoms and confirmed COVID-19 cases. 


How to Isolate

Leaving the accommodation is not permitted.
Outdoor time is not permitted unless one can be certain to not come in contact with other people.


If someone in Isolation is staying with others, like a travel partner or a family member/friend that resides in Greenland,
these other people must go in Quarantine.
See above for How to Quarantine.


If someone in Isolation is staying with others,
it is preferable that the person has their own bedroom and own bathroom
in order to avoid contact with others in the accommodation.


Clean daily.


If there is the opportunity to wash clothes privately, do so in minimum 60 degrees Celsius warm water.
If a public laundry facility is the only option, doing laundry at this facility is not permitted.


Wash undergarments, sheets, cleaning rags and towels in minimum 80 degrees Celsius warm water. 


Wear gloves when touching dirty laundry
and wash hands thoroughly after removing the gloves.

Health Center Contact Information
For persons in high-risk groups with COVID-19 symptoms, and for persons travelling to a country, who need to arrange for a PCR re-test, CALL the health center to make arrangements.
It is of the highest importance that people DO NOT visit a health center to make test appointments or report COVID-19 symptoms,

as it increases the risk of spreading the illness. One must CALL first.


QAQORTOQ REGIONAL HOSPITAL - TESTING AVAILABLE
+299 64 22 11
Appointment times are given on an individual basis, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.


NARSAQ HOSPITAL - TESTING AVAILABLE
+299 80 11 21
Call between 9.00 - 10.00 to make an appointment.
Appointment times are given on an individual basis, all weekdays.


NARSARSUAQ NURSE STATION - TESTING AVAILABLE
+299 66 45 41   
Appointment times are given on an individual basis, all weekdays between 8 - 16. 
Aappilattoq Nurse Station
+299 24 74 70

Alluitsup Paa Nurse Station
+299 61 90 11

Ammassivik Nurse Station
+299 61 73 10

Eqalugaarsuit Nurse Station
+299 64 97 11

Igaliku Nurse Station
+299 66 61 11

Nanortalik Hospital
+299 61 32 11 


Narsarmijit Nurse Station
+299 23 86 05

Qassiarsuk Nurse Station
+299 66 45 42

Saarloq Nurse Station
+299 64 90 11

Tasiusaq Nurse Station
+299 28 68 42


NATIONAL COVID-19 HOTLINE
+299 80 11 00

Opening hours:
Monday - Sunday 8.00 - 16.00

Flights / Transportation Methods
Sarfaq Ittuk

There are no restrictions for travelling with Sarfaq Ittuk.
Air Greenland

Persons flying with Air Greenland are encouraged to educate themselves on both the Kingdom of Denmark's entry rules and Iceland's entry regulations.


See more about Air Greenland's policies under Additional Resources.
Icelandair

Travellers are encouraged to refer to Icelandair's booking system for available flights and booking conditions, as well as to educate themselves on Iceland's entry regulations.

See more about Icelandair's policies under Additional Resources.

Vaccination in Greenland
Greenland began a resident vaccination program at the beginning of January 2021 and uses a selection of different vaccines, all of which are approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA).

Vaccination is now available for all persons 5 years of age and older.

Booster vaccinations (a 3rd shot) are now available for any persons that have been fully vaccinated for at least 4,5 months. 



In South Greenland

Between 25 February - 18 March 2021, the Vaccine Caravan offered vaccinations to all persons 65+, ill persons and critical health workers in Qaqortoq, who wished to be vaccinated.
Between 12-20 April 2021, the Vaccine Caravan offered vaccinations to all residents and sheep farmers, 18 years and older who wish to be vaccinated, in every settlement in South Greenland plus Nanortalik and Narsaq.
Between 29 June - 1 July 2021, the Vaccine Caravan offers vaccinations to all residents 18-54 years in Qaqortoq, who wish to be vaccinated.

Vaccinations continued to be offered around the country on a consistent basis in an effort to get as much of the population vaccinated as possible.

Vaccination has begun for children 5 years of age and older.
Kingdom of Denmark - Required Entry Rules
Please educate yourself on the required entry conditions for the Kingdom of Denmark here.
Iceland - Required Entry Rules
Please educate yourself on the required entry conditions for Iceland here.

Iceland has its own rules regarding entry to and transit via Iceland. Given that many travellers to Greenland transit via Iceland, it is therefore necessary for you to also familiarise yourself with Iceland's rules.
Updated 18 May 2022 08.28 (GMT -2)