Resident Registration in Denmark
New in Denmark? Here’s how to register your address and get a CPR number — plus what to bring, where to book, and how to unlock banking, healthcare, and MitID fast.
Overview: what registration unlocks
💳 CPR number
Your unique ID used for healthcare, banking, taxes, schools, and public services.
🏥 Health care
Choose a GP; your yellow card proves coverage in the public system.
🔐 Digital access
MitID login for online banking, skat.dk, e-Boks, and kommune services.
Why you must register
📅 Legal requirement
Staying over 3 months? You must register your address (Nordic citizens: 6 months).
🏦 Banking & phone
Banks and many telcos require CPR + address to open accounts or plans.
💼 Employment
CPR enables payroll setup, tax card, NemKonto, and reimbursements.
How to register: step-by-step
🏠 1) Secure a fixed address
Lease/tenancy or landlord statement. Short-term hotels/hostels usually don’t qualify.
🗓️ 2) Book borgerservice
Many kommuner require an online booking. Bring originals + copies of documents.
🧾 3) Attend appointment
Register your address and receive CPR. You’ll pick a GP during/after the visit.
📬 4) Wait for yellow card
Your health card arrives by post (2–4 weeks). Use CPR immediately for tax card and bank.
Documents you’ll likely need
🛂 Passport/ID
Valid passport or EU national ID.
📄 Residence basis
Non-EU: residence permit. EU/EEA: proof of EU registration if required by your basis.
📑 Address proof
Signed lease/tenancy or landlord confirmation with move-in date.
👨👩👧 Family docs
Marriage/birth certificates (apostilled + translated if applicable).
📝 Kommune forms
Some cities offer online pre-registration — check requirements before you go.
📞 Contact details
Phone and email for appointment confirmations and GP assignment.
Useful links
Related on exploringdenmark
🇪🇺 EU citizens
🧾 Newcomer checklist
🏠 Housing guide
💳 Banking
Frequently asked questions
⏳ How long does it take?
CPR is issued at your appointment; the yellow health card arrives in ~2–4 weeks.
🏨 Can I register from a hotel?
Generally no. You need a fixed address with a lease/landlord statement.
👨👩👧 Registering a family?
Yes — bring all passports and family documents (translations/apostilles if needed).
🔁 Moving within Denmark?
Report your new address to your kommune within the deadline (often 5 days).
🧑⚕️ When do I pick a GP?
You can choose during/after registration; changes are possible later subject to availability.
💳 Lost CPR card?
Order a replacement via borger.dk or your kommune; a small fee may apply.
Need help booking borgerservice or checking your documents?
Tell us your city and situation — we’ll outline the exact steps and what to bring.