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CPR Number: Danish ID

The CPR number is the essential ID for life in Denmark. This guide covers how to get it, what it’s used for, the documents you need, and what to do after registration.

Overview: The CPR Number in Denmark

Every resident in Denmark receives a CPR number, which acts as your national ID, tax number, and social security number in one. You need it for nearly everything—housing, healthcare, banking, and work.

  • Who needs it? All residents planning to stay more than 3 months (6 for EU/EEA jobseekers).
  • How to get it? Register your Danish address with your local kommune (municipality) in person after arrival.
  • Processing: You receive your CPR and health card (“yellow card”) by post.

Read on for documents, registration process, and next steps.

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Did you know? “CPR” stands for Det Centrale Personregister—the Central Person Registry. It’s a unique 10-digit ID number for every person in Denmark.

What is the CPR Number?

🔢 Your Danish ID It’s a 10-digit number (DDMMYY-XXXX) that identifies you in all Danish systems.
📑 Essential for Life Needed for healthcare, bank accounts, getting paid, renting a home, and more.
🪪 Yellow Health Card You’ll get a physical yellow card—bring it to all medical appointments in Denmark.

Why You Need a CPR Number

🏦 Open a Bank Account No Danish bank account without a CPR. Needed for salary, rent, bills, and NemKonto.
🏥 Get Healthcare Full public healthcare and insurance in Denmark requires your CPR and yellow card.
💼 Start Working You cannot get paid or work legally without a CPR and Danish tax registration.

How to Get a CPR Number

🏠 Find Housing You need a fixed address and a signed rental contract before applying for your CPR.
📝 Book an Appointment Contact your local kommune to book a time for CPR registration (in-person, often within days).
📑 Bring Documents Passport, residence permit, proof of address, rental contract, job/student offer if applicable.

After Registration: What Next?

📬 Yellow Card by Post Your health card arrives by post in 1–3 weeks. Bring it to all appointments.
💳 Apply for NemID/MitID You’ll need Danish digital ID (NemID/MitID) to access banking, government services, tax.
🏦 Open a Bank Account Bring your CPR, yellow card, and photo ID to the bank to open your account.

Lost, Delayed, or Problems?

⏳ Haven’t Received Card? Call your kommune if your yellow card doesn’t arrive within 3 weeks after registering.
🛠️ Change of Address Report address changes in-person or online to your kommune—update your CPR!
📞 Need Help? Find English help at the International Citizen Service (ICS) or your kommune’s website.

Useful Resources & External Links

🌐 Life in Denmark (CPR Guide) Official government guide
🏛️ International Citizen Service Help with CPR, address, and ID
📝 NemID/MitID Info NemID / MitID information
🏠 Find Housing in Denmark Guide for finding accommodation
💳 A Bank Account in Denmark How to open a Danish account
🛂 Resident Registration Step-by-step registration guide
🗝️ MitID/NemID Digital ID Guide to digital IDs in Denmark

Frequently Asked Questions

📝 Who needs a CPR number? Anyone living in Denmark for more than 3 months (or 6 months if job-seeking EU/EEA). It’s essential for residents!
🛂 What documents do I need? Passport, residence permit, proof of address, rental contract, and sometimes job/university documents.
🏦 Can I open a bank account before CPR? Usually not—most banks require a CPR before opening an account.
💳 What is NemID or MitID? NemID and MitID are digital IDs for secure online banking, tax, and government services in Denmark.
⏳ How long does it take? Registration is in-person and fast—cards arrive by post in 1–3 weeks.
📞 Where can I get help? Contact your kommune or the International Citizen Service (ICS) for English-language support.
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