Embassies in Greenland
Foreign embassies and consulates in Greenland, plus Greenland's own diplomatic missions abroad — with contact details, office hours and visa guidance for each.
Greenland at a glance
Diplomatic Overview
Greenland hosts 7 foreign embassies and diplomatic missions, most of them in Nuuk, representing countries from 1 continents.
Embassies and Consulates in Greenland: An Overview
Greenland is host to 7 foreign diplomatic missions sent by 7 countries. As in most countries, the diplomatic community is centred on the capital, Nuuk, where 6 of these missions are based. Missions are also present in Qaqortoq.
Which type of mission should you contact?
Not every mission offers the same services. The list below includes 5 honorary consulates and 2 consulate generals. An embassy is the main mission and normally sits in the capital; a consulate general or consulate handles visas and passport work for its own region; an honorary consulate offers limited help and usually cannot issue visas. If you are unsure which one to approach, our guide to embassies and consulates explains the difference in plain language. Read the guide →
Greenland's own missions abroad
Our dataset does not currently list missions operated by Greenland abroad.
What you will find on each listing
Every listing on this page links to a full profile with the street address, telephone number, email, official website, a map and live opening hours converted to Greenland local time. Contact details change without notice, so always confirm on the mission's official website before travelling to an appointment.
Foreign Embassies in Greenland
7 diplomatic missions located in Greenland, most in Nuuk. Click any country to find the address, phone number, and visa services.
Visiting Greenland — visa basics
Short visits
Entry rules for Greenland depend on your nationality — many travelers need a visa or electronic authorization, while some enter visa-free for short stays. Check with the nearest Greenland mission listed above.
Applying for a visa
Applications are handled by Greenland's embassies and consulates abroad, or through authorized visa centers. Book an appointment and confirm required documents before you apply.
Longer stays & work
Work, study and family visas usually require sponsorship or admission first and take longer to process. Start with the official immigration portal of Greenland.
Always confirm current requirements with the nearest Greenland embassy before travel. (Replace this section with your hand-written visa guide for Greenland.)
Frequently asked questions
How many embassies are there in Greenland?
Greenland hosts 7 foreign diplomatic missions — embassies, consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates. The full list above is searchable by country.
Where are most embassies located in Greenland?
Most missions are concentrated in Nuuk (6 missions), typically near government ministries and the diplomatic quarter.
Does Greenland have embassies in other countries?
Our dataset currently lists no Greenland missions abroad.
How do I contact my country's embassy in Greenland?
Select your country from the list above to open its embassy page, where you'll find phone, email, address, a map and current office hours. For emergencies, use the 24-hour consular line on the official website.