🔌 Plugs & adapters
Yes. You'll need a universal travel adapter.
The voltage (230V) is close to the UK's 230V, so UK appliances work with just a plug adapter.
- Type C: Two round pins (the "Europlug")
- Type E: Two round pins, with an earth pin in the socket
- Type F: Two round pins with earth clips on the sides ("Schuko")
- Type K: Three round pins (Danish)
🕒 Time difference
Denmark is 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
💶 Money & tipping
Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK).
Service is included. Rounding up is a nice extra.
🚗 Driving
Traffic drives on the right. Take extra care pulling out and at roundabouts, which go anticlockwise. Speed limits are signed in km/h. Convert km/h to mph →
🗣️ Language & phone
Main language: Danish. Dialling code: +45.
Quick answers for Denmark
Places in Denmark
Common questions
Do I need a plug adapter for Denmark?
Yes. You'll need a universal travel adapter. The voltage (230V) is close to the UK's 230V, so UK appliances work with just a plug adapter.
What plug type does Denmark use?
Denmark uses type C, E, F, K: type C – Two round pins (the "Europlug"); type E – Two round pins, with an earth pin in the socket; type F – Two round pins with earth clips on the sides ("Schuko"); type K – Three round pins (Danish). The voltage is 230V at 50Hz.
What is the time difference between the UK and Denmark?
Denmark is 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Denmark?
On the right, unlike the UK. Take extra care at junctions and roundabouts, which go anticlockwise.
What currency is used in Denmark?
The Danish krone (DKK).
Do you tip in Denmark?
Service is included. Rounding up is a nice extra.
What is the dialling code for Denmark?
+45. From a UK phone, dial +45 and drop the first 0 of the local number.
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