Denmark: Authorities tighten domestic COVID-19 countermeasures Dec. 10 /update 45

Denmark tightens domestic COVID-19 countermeasures Dec. 10; international entry restrictions remain in effect.

Event

Authorities in Denmark have tightened domestic COVID-19 countermeasures on Dec. 10 amid increasing cases numbers. Catering establishments must close 00:00-05:00. Nightclubs and other entertainment venues must close entirely. Authorities also recommend employers encourage employees to work from home. Additionally, the "coronapas" digital COVID-19 certificate will only be effective for seven months, after which the holder must receive a booster vaccination to retain the coronapas' validity. The coronapas is evidence that the holder is vaccinated against, recovered from, or recently tested negative for COVID-19. A coronapas is required to access indoor catering facilities, entertainment venues, all indoor gatherings of more than 200 people, and all outdoor gatherings of more than 2,000 people.

International Travel Restrictions

Nonessential travel is permitted from all locations; Danish authorities categorize countries as "risk-countries" and "high-risk countries" dependent on local disease activity. Entry requirements are as follows:

Travelers with documentation for a positive PCR test taken more than 14 days but less than 12 months ago can enter without the need to test or self-isolate.
Fully vaccinated travelers resident in EU or Schengen Area countries, risk-countries, or OECD countries can enter without the need to test or self-isolate.
All travelers with an EU Digitial COVID Certificate (EUDCC) or equivalent can enter without the need to test or self-isolate.
Fully vaccinated travelers resident in high-risk countries without a EUDCC or equivalent must take a test within 24 hours of arrival in Denmark and self-isolate for 10 days. Isolation can be ended early following a negative PCR test taken at least four days after arrival.
Unvaccinated and non-recovered travelers arriving from EU or Schengen Area countries must take a test up to 24 hours before arrival in Denmark or within 24 hours of arriving.
Unvaccinated and non-recovered travelers arriving from risk countries must take a test within 24 hours of arriving in Denmark.
Unvaccinated travelers arriving from all other countries must take a test within 24 hours of arrival in Denmark and self-isolate for 10 days. Isolation can be ended early following a negative PCR test taken at least four days after arrival.

For further information on country categories and applicable restrictions, click here.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.