Denmark is one of the more attractive destinations for Poles who decide to work and live abroad permanently. Upon arrival in this country, it is necessary to register your place of residence at the local municipality office, or Kommune. You will need to present the appropriate document, such as an identity card or passport, to confirm your identity and current address.
Staying and working in Denmark for more than three months involves registering your address with Folkeregister. Immediately after arriving in Denmark, go to your local municipality to register your new address. You will need an identity document, such as an ID card or passport, to register. In the process, you will receive a CPR number, which is key to using most available public services, including Danish health care.
In Denmark, registering your registration requires that you actually reside on Danish territory, which completely rules out the possibility of having two residences at the same time. It is necessary that you have a premises where registration can be carried out. You should always be registered at the address where you actually currently live.
After receiving the certificate, further registration with the Central Register of Persons (CPR) is necessary. Within five days of receiving the certificate, you must go to the nearest Population Registration Office. During this visit you will receive:
- A Yellow Card, which is a health insurance card containing, among other things, contact information for the doctor of your choice.
- Health insurance, which you will obtain through an EU Resident Certificate.
- The right to receive Danish medical services on an equal basis as Danish citizens.
Being registered in Denmark comes with many benefits, including the ability to apply for Danish unemployment benefits (A-kasse), which requires a Danish address.
Those staying in Denmark for less than three months are not required to register. On the other hand, those who are looking for work can stay in the country for up to six months without registering. However, if one plans a longer stay, a visit to the State Administration Office is necessary to register in the system and obtain the appropriate certificate. If you are keen on staying legally in Denmark, it is necessary to start this process within three months of arrival.
To work legally in Denmark, you need more than just a residence permit and a CPR number. A key document is a tax card (the so-called TAX card), which is needed for payment of wages by the employer. An electronic version of this card is issued by the SKAT tax office. If you want it to be issued, the first step is to contact the SKAT tax office. You can fill out an application online or submit it in person at the office, in physical form. The tax card will then be issued electronically.
If you plan to change your address after receiving your CPR number and registering at your current address, you can update your information yourself online. To do this, we use NemID and visit www.borger.dk. It is important to inform the local authorities of the new address within five days of the change.
Using the services of a professional accounting firm can greatly facilitate the completion of any required forms. This type of support not only saves you time and stress, but also provides you with access to additional information on the necessary paperwork for short and long-term residence in Denmark.
The process of applying for a Danish re-registration can be divided into 8 basic steps:
1. Logging in to the website: Start by logging on to www.borger.dk using your NemID.
2. Selecting the appropriate category: On the left menu bar, click “Bolig og flytning” and then select “Flytning.” Then go to “Når du skal flytte” and click “Anmeld flytning til folkeregistret.”
3. Start the process: To continue, click “Start.” Before you do so, make sure you select the correct municipality in the gray bar on the right, next to the login button.
4. Overview of move history: When you click “Start”, you will be on a page with your move history. Click “Næste” to move on.
5. Enter data about the current move: Enter who is moving and the CPR number of the spouse or partner, if family is also involved. Click “Næste.”
6. Entering a new address: Select the date of the move, enter the new address and click “Næste”. If the new address is not listed, check that you have selected the correct municipality.
7. Selecting a new doctor: On the next page you have the option to select a new doctor. Click “Skift læge” and on the map and the list of available medical practices in the new location, select the appropriate doctor by clicking “Vælg” next to his name and then “Næste.”
8. Confirm data: Finally, enter your contact information, check the information entered and confirm it by clicking “Bekræft.”
Following the above tips will ensure that the process of checking in to Denmark is carried out correctly and quickly.
Additional information:
- When you change your address to a new one, a new Yellow Card will be sent to your current address. Be sure to destroy the previous card.
- If you are leaving Denmark permanently, it is necessary to inform the relevant authorities of your planned departure.
The process of registering an address in a foreign country often involves a lot of stress and many formalities. For those planning to move to Denmark, our company offers full support for registration and relocation. Facilitating this process is our main goal, allowing you to focus on other important issues related to work or personal life.