Obtain a Danish CPR Number
Register with your local Citizen Service to get your CPR number and 'Yellow Card'.
This guide is for planning and preparation. Details may change, so verify current requirements with the official sources before applying, paying fees, or submitting documents.
Review and freshness
This guide has a recorded editorial review date. Always verify final requirements, fees, forms, and appointment rules with official sources before applying.
Estimated timeline
1 to 4 weeks for the Yellow Card
Estimated fees
Usually free
Who this is for
Expats, students, and workers moving to Denmark for more than 3 months.
Location
Denmark
Eligibility
Duration
Mandatory if you stay in Denmark for more than 3 months (6 months for EU/Nordic citizens).
Required documents checklist
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Visual step flow
Scan the process before you start
Use this overview to understand the order, then track each item in the checklist below.
Apply for residence
EU citizens must first get an EU residence document from SIRI.
Book appointment
Schedule a visit to 'Borgerservice' or an International House.
Attend registration
Visit in person to have your documents checked and your CPR issued.
Step-by-step instructions
Use this as a working checklist from preparation through submission.
Estimated fees
Registration fee
Issuance is free.
Before submitting
Avoid rejected applications and wasted trips
Check these practical points before you pay fees, attend appointments, or hand over original documents.
Common mistakes
- Applying for a CPR before you have a permanent address where your name is on the mailbox.
- Not bringing your original marriage certificate if applicable.
- Assuming SIRI registration and CPR registration are the same step (they are separate).
FAQ
What is a CPR number?
The Danish personal identification number used for taxes, healthcare, and banking.
What is MitID?
The national digital identification system for secure online self-service in Denmark.
Can I use my private insurance?
While you can, the CPR gives you access to the Danish public healthcare system for free.
Source and review
This guide has a recorded editorial review date. Requirements, fees, forms, and timelines can change. Use this guide as preparation support, then verify final details with the official source before submitting anything.