Denmark Embassy and Consulates in South Africa
Denmark Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa
Denmark Honorary Consulate in Cape Town, South Africa
Denmark Honorary Consulate in Durban, South Africa
Denmark Consulate General in Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Denmark may close on the following South African and Danish holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 2 weeks, 1 day |
| Carnival | Sunday, February 15 | 2 weeks, 2 days |
| Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) | Sunday, March 15 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Eid ul Fitr | Friday, March 20 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Human Rights Day | Saturday, March 21 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Daylight Saving Time starts | Sunday, March 29 | 1 month, 4 weeks |
| Maundy Thursday | Thursday, April 02 | 2 months |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 03 | 2 months |
1. How many Danish Embassies/Consulates are there in South Africa?
Denmark currently maintains 4 diplomatic representative offices in South Africa including Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban and Port Elizabeth.
2 - Do South African citizens need a visa for Denmark?
South African citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Denmark. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Denmark in South Africa for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Danish embassies in South Africa?
The Danish representative offices in South Africa will be closed in observance of the following South African and Danish holidays in 2026/2024:
- Valentine's Day (DK) Sat, Feb 14, 2026 (2 weeks, 1 day)
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Time in Denmark vs South Africa
Copenhagen, Denmark time is 1:00 hours behind Pretoria, South Africa