Certain remote and isolated parts of Greenland are regulated under Executive Order No. 138 of 8 February 2010 on access and travel conditions in specific parts of Greenland.

This regulation establishes the framework for safe and coordinated travel in remote regions, ensuring proper expedition planning and enabling effective search and rescue (SAR) operations when necessary. It applies primarily to expeditions, research projects, and other organised activities conducted within designated expedition areas.

While Executive Order No. 138 focuses on safety and access control, Greenland’s broader regulatory system also includes nature protection, wildlife conservation, and cultural heritage preservation — each managed under different authorities.

Although this section is primarily based on Executive Order No. 138 of 2010, additional legal references are included to give applicants a complete understanding of the conditions that may affect route planning.

Greenland’s regulated areas fall under several legal frameworks, each designed for specific purposes:
• some ensure safe and coordinated travel,
• others safeguard natural environments and wildlife, and
• others protect archaeological and cultural sites.

Including these frameworks helps applicants:
- Identify whether their planned route overlaps with any regulated, protected, or sensitive zone.
- Understand which law and responsible authority apply in each area.
- Plan expeditions responsibly and in compliance with all relevant regulations.

 

In summary:
• Executive Order No. 138 of 2010 regulates how and where expeditions may travel safely.
• The other laws and executive orders regulate why certain areas are protected — whether for nature, wildlife, or cultural heritage reasons.