Country guide
Moving to Denmark
Costs, documents, tips and routes for your move to Denmark.
Key facts At a glance
- CapitalCopenhagen
- Population5.9 million1
- CurrencyDKK (kr)
- VAT rate25%
- LanguageDanish
- EU memberYes
- From NL~800 km
1 Population rounded. Current figures: Eurostat, Population on 1 January (tps00001).
Estimated moving costs
Indicative prices for moving from the Netherlands to Denmark
| Volume | Housing type | Estimated price | Price range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 m³ | Apartment (2 rooms) | €2,490€2,240 — €2,860 · incl. VAT | €2,240 — €2,860 incl. VAT |
| 40 m³ | Apartment (3 rooms) | €2,830€2,550 — €3,250 · incl. VAT | €2,550 — €3,250 incl. VAT |
| 60 m³ | Terraced house | €3,510€3,160 — €4,040 · incl. VAT | €3,160 — €4,040 incl. VAT |
| 80 m³ | Semi-detached / detached | €4,190€3,770 — €4,820 · incl. VAT | €3,770 — €4,820 incl. VAT |
Indication calculated with the pricing model of our calculator, for about 800 km from the Netherlands. A written quote from a remover always takes precedence.
Required documents
As an EU citizen, you have the right to live and work in Denmark. However, some documents are required.
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Tips for moving to Denmark
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No customs declaration is needed for household goods moving between EU countries; the work is in registration in both countries.
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Residence formalities after three months differ per EU country; Your Europe lists them per country.
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If you bring your car, it will eventually have to be registered in your new country.
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If you leave the Netherlands, deregister with your municipality (BRP).
Sources: Your Europe (European Commission): residence formalities · Your Europe: registering a car in another EU country
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