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EU Citizen Registration in Denmark

If you’re an EU, EEA, or Swiss citizen moving to Denmark, start by getting your EU residence document (SIRI), then register your address for CPR, health card, and MitID.

Tip: Book SIRI early and bring the full checklist. You’ll register your address and get your CPR after SIRI approval.

Overview: Registration for EU citizens

👤 Who needs it?

EU/EEA/Swiss citizens staying longer than 3 months (6 for jobseekers) must register.

🏢 Order of steps

1) SIRI residence document → 2) Address/CPR at kommune → 3) Health card & MitID.

📮 Health card

Your yellow health card is sent to your registered address after CPR is issued.

🧾 Bring documents

Passport/ID, proof of purpose (work, study, family), and housing/lease information.

Who must register?

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EU/EEA/Swiss

Workers, students, family members, and self-sufficient persons.

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Timing

Register within 3 months of arrival (6 if job-seeking).

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Short stays

Stays under the limit don’t require registration, but services are limited.

How to register: step-by-step

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Book SIRI appointment: Apply for an EU residence document with SIRI (official). Follow the instructions and bring all required documents.
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Attend SIRI: Bring passport/ID plus proof of purpose (employment, study, or sufficient funds). You’ll receive the EU residence document.
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Register address & get CPR: After SIRI, register your address with your kommune to obtain CPR: Life in Denmark (official).
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Health card & MitID: Your yellow health card arrives by post. Then set up digital ID via MitID (official).

Documents you’ll need

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Passport / EU ID

Valid passport or national ID card.

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Proof of purpose

Employment contract, university admission, or funds documentation.

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Housing

Lease or address confirmation (digital OK where accepted).

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Photo

May be required—check your booking confirmation.

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Family docs

Marriage/birth certificates (translations if needed).

After registration: what’s next?

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CPR & health card

Use for doctor, tax, banking, education, etc.

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MitID

Digital login for banking and public services.

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Bank account

Open a Danish account once you have CPR (and usually MitID).

Useful resources (official)

Frequently Asked Questions

⏳ How long does it take?

SIRI may issue the EU document at/soon after the appointment. CPR and health card typically follow in 1–3 weeks after address registration.

📦 Can I use temporary housing?

Most kommuner require a real, registerable address/lease. Check locally before booking.

🧒 Can I register family?

Yes. Bring marriage/birth certificates and translations if needed.

💻 Do I need MitID?

Yes—for banking, tax, and public services. Apply after you have CPR.

🆔 Is an EU ID card enough?

A national EU ID card is generally accepted; a passport is safest.

📞 Where can I get help?

Your kommune, SIRI, and International House (where available) provide guidance.