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CPR Number & Address Registration
Denmark
Last verified: 2026-02-20
Fees, fines, and deadlines are approximate. Always verify with official sources.
Key Registrations & Procedures
CPR Number & Address Registration
Deadline: Register within 5 days of arrival if staying over 3 months
Processing Time: CPR number issued within 5 working days of registration. ID card arrives by post in 1–2 weeks.
Fees: Free
Appointment: Required at International House (Copenhagen). Walk-in at some Borgerservice centers outside Copenhagen.
Required Documents:
- Valid passport or EU/EEA national ID card
- Proof of address — rental contract (lejekontrakt) or property deed
- Employment contract or letter from employer OR proof of enrollment at a Danish educational institution OR proof of self-employment OR proof of sufficient funds
- Marriage certificate (if registering a spouse)
- Completed registration form (available online or at the center)
Where to Do It:
Copenhagen: International House (Gyldenløvesgade 11). Other cities: local Borgerservice center at the municipality. The International House combines SIRI, Tax, and municipal services in one location.
If You Don't Do It:
Fines of approximately DKK 5,000 for late registration. Without a CPR number you may not be able to open a bank account, get a Danish phone number, access healthcare, or start employment.
Regional Variations: Copenhagen uses International House; other municipalities use Borgerservice. Same rules nationwide.
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