Denmark

Q. How long will it take for my funds to be received?
A. Standard international payment time. However, with the right foreign exchange broker, this can be done as fast as the very next day.

Q. Who can I send DKK to?
A. Both individuals and businesses can receive funds.

Q. Is sending DKK expensive?
A. Not if you use the right currency broker, who will be able to offer you bank-beating exchange rates and significantly lower payment charges.

Q. Can you use forward contracts with DKK?
A. Yes. With the right currency broker, you can book a DKK exchange rate forward, protecting you against any adverse currency movements. With these contracts, you will always know exactly what is coming out of your bank account.

Information courtesy of Currencies Direct.

Film Commissions

Denmark

Danske Filminstitut (DFI) (Danish Film Institute)

Faroe Islands

Faroese Film Institute (FFI)

Greenland

FILM.GL

European Film Commissions Network (a non-profit association, which supports and promotes the European film industry and culture)

Visas & Permits

Visas & Work Permits

Denmark is a member of the Schengen area.

UK passport holders can enter Denmark visa-free for stays of up to 90 days, over a 180 day period, for some business-related activities (such as attending business meetings). However, for longer stays or other types of work, a visa or permit may be required.

Further information on work visas can be found at the GOV.UK website. Alternatively, please contact a local embassy, consulate or representative for more information. There are also specialist companies that provide visa and immigration support to the media industry, and may be able to assist.

Film Location Permits

Denmark has a film friendly and streamlined permitting process.

Shoots in Copenhagen that require exclusive use of public space, such as laying track, setting up large lights or controlling traffic, typically take two weeks to permit. B-roll shoots in Copenhagen that aren’t affecting public movement don’t require permits.

Drone filming is permitted in Denmark but heavily restricted in Copenhagen.

Customs

For productions looking to bring in film equipment, Denmark is an ATA carnet country.

When to Film

When to Film

Denmark has a four season climate with warm summers (June to September), colourful leaves in autumn (October to November), dark frosty winters (December to March) and spring in full bloom (April to May). Weather-wise, May to October are the best months to film.

In Denmark, Christianity is the largest religion, so those holidays are observed.

Public Holidays

Public holidays may affect timing, availability and costs. See here for public holiday dates in Denmark.