Expedition permit overview – duration and access conditions

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Activity type	Location	Duration	Travel without permit?
On land within 1 km of the ice edge	Inland Ice	Less than 24 h	✅ Yes
On land within 1 km of the ice edge	Inland Ice	More than 24 h	❌ No
On land more than 1 km from the ice edge	Inland Ice	Any duration	❌ No
On land inside the National Park	National Park (land areas)	Less than 24 h	✅ Yes
On land inside the National Park	National Park (land areas)	More than 24 h	❌ No
On land in East or North Greenland (outside the Park)	Regulated land areas	More than 24 h	❌ No
On land in East or North Greenland (outside the Park)	Regulated land areas	Less than 24 h	✅ Yes
Sea voyage within the National Park’s 3 nm zone	National Park waters	Any duration	❌ No
Sea voyage outside the National Park	Other waters	Any duration	✅ Yes

Exempted activities

The following activities do not require an expedition permit under Executive Order No. 138 of 8 February 2010, or a National Park access permit under Executive Order No. 7 of 17 June 1992, when conducted within their respective legal frameworks:

Local hunting and fishing activities carried out by residents of Greenland, in accordance with the Hunting and Fishing Regulations administered by the Government of Greenland.
Mineral exploration or extraction activities conducted under the Mineral Resources Act, which are regulated separately by the Ministry of Mineral Resources and Justice.
Official operations conducted by Danish, Greenlandic, or NATO authorities, where expedition or access permits are not required — though prior notification to the Department of Nature, Environment and Justice may still be necessary for coordination and safety purposes.

These exemptions apply solely to the above-mentioned activities under their respective legal provisions.

Applicants remain responsible for ensuring compliance with any other relevant regulations, such as those related to environmental protection, cultural heritage, or aviation.