In Greenland, the state owns the land, but one can acquire the right to use a plot. Foreigners have shown interest in purchasing land. (Archive photo): Photo: Mads Claus Rasmussen/Ritzau Scanpix
Greenland limits foreigners from buying property
Greenland’s parliament, Inatsisartut, has passed a law making it harder for foreigners to buy properties and gain land rights in the country. The proposal was supported by 21 members, with none opposing, while six members from the Naleraq party abstained. Greenlanders cannot buy land, but can...
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