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Company Registration in Denmark

Capital: Copenhagen.
Official languages: Danish.
Currency: Danish krone.

Tariffs
Карта Company Registration in Denmark
25% VAT
22% Corporate Tax
27% Dividends Tax
40,000 DKK Minimum Share Capital
22% On income exceeding DKK

Company registration provides the following benefits:

 

  • Signed agreements for the avoidance of double taxation.
  • Directors and shareholders may be individuals or legal entities.
  • Stable and transparent business environment.

Denmark is a country in northern Europe, located on the Jutland Peninsula and a large number of islands. It is washed by the Baltic, Northern and Skagerrak Straits.

 

Denmark is attractive for business due to its highly developed economy, political stability, low level of corruption and openness to foreign investment.

Taxation and Reporting Features

Corporate Income Tax:

  • Standard rate: 22%
  • Special schemes for startups: reduced rates for initial years
  • Incentives for research and development activities

VAT:

  • Standard rate: 25%
  • Reduced rates for certain goods and services
  • Exemptions for exports and certain international services

Dividends:

  • Withholding tax applies for both residents and non-residents
  • Double taxation treaties may reduce rates

Company registration in Denmark is processed through the Danish Business Authority. The unique company name must be approved and registered through this system.

To register a company, an application signed by the founder must be submitted, including essential details about the company. It is accompanied by documents like the articles of association, declaration, and identification copies of shareholders and directors.


Once the company is established, the registration details will be published in the Danish Official Gazette. Additionally, registration with the tax and social security authorities is required to complete the process.

At the time of registration, the company must have:

  • A Central Business Registration (CVR) number obtained from the Danish Business Authority — necessary for tax purposes and opening a bank account.
  • Articles of Association certified by the trade registry or a notary.
  • A bank statement confirming sufficient capital for company formation. It should indicate the company name, shareholders, and their capital contributions.
  • A receipt for the payment of any required registration fees.

Public Limited Company (ApS, SMBA) in Denmark

  • Limited liability protection
  • Minimum of 1 director and 1 shareholder
  • Streamlined business structure
Public Limited Company
€4 500
Annual expenses: ~€5,500

Company Registration in Denmark

Corporate Tax 22% Standard corporate tax rate
VAT 25% Standard VAT rate
Dividends 27% Standard withholding tax on dividends
Capital Gains 22% Taxed as corporate income
Withholding Tax 0-27% Varies by type of payment
Property Tax 1.6% Based on property value

Additional information

Reporting
Confidentiality
  • Financial reporting: Mandatory annually (Danish GAAP/IFRS)
  • Audit: Mandatory for certain sizes of companies
  • Annual General Meeting (AGM): Within 6 months after the financial year-end
  • Tax return: Corporate Tax Return to SKAT
  • Employer's Return: If there are employees
  • Registers: Shareholders and directors (mandatory)
  • Directors' details Publicly available in the registry
  • Shareholders' details Publicly available
  • Financial reporting Confidential (not published)

Timeline and Stages

  • 01

    Document preparation and company name selection

    1-2 days
  • 02

    Name verification with the Danish Companies Registry

    1 day
  • 03

    Submission of documents either online or offline

    1 day
  • 04

    Receiving CVR number and business registration certificates

    1-4 days
  • 05

    Setting up a corporate bank account

    2-4 weeks

The bottom line

Registration of a company in Denmark has its advantages for entrepreneurs, but correct adherence to procedures and provision of necessary documents are essential for successful registration and further legal functioning of the company in this financial center.

 

We recommend that you seek advice from qualified IT-OFFSHORE consulting specialists who have experience working with this jurisdiction and will be able to register your company in Denmark in the shortest possible time.

 

We offer not only legal support for company registration, but also a wide range of services, which includes accounting services, nominee services, and full support of the company after its registration; Thus, we provide full year-round service to your company.

Cost calculation

Add the required options for your company:

Итоговая стоимость ( база €4500 + доп):
€4500

FAQ

Can you register a company remotely?

Yes, in most cases — you can.

Remote company registration is available in the vast majority of popular jurisdictions today. Modern corporate services, electronic document management and professional registered agents make it possible to complete the entire registration process without being physically present in the country.

The process typically works as follows: you provide the required documents electronically, sign them remotely — via a notary, apostille or electronic signature — and a local registered agent handles all communication with government authorities and document submission on your behalf.

This has been made possible by several factors: most countries allow foreign founders and directors, corporate service providers operate remotely across the globe, and the digitisation of government registries has significantly streamlined and accelerated the procedures.

The one step that may still require in-person presence is opening a corporate bank account — however, even here many banks and fintech platforms now offer remote identity verification.

What documents are needed for registration?

Registering a company in most jurisdictions requires a standard set of documents. For individuals — founders and directors — the typical requirements include: a certified copy of a passport, proof of residential address (utility bill or bank statement no older than 3 months), and in some cases a bank reference letter or CV.

For corporate shareholders, the required documents include: certificate of incorporation, articles of association, register of directors and shareholders, and confirmation of the ownership structure.

Do I need to keep accounting records and submit reports?

Accounting and reporting requirements vary significantly depending on the jurisdiction. In most countries, companies are required to maintain proper bookkeeping, file annual financial statements and submit tax returns.

At the same time, there are a number of jurisdictions where reporting requirements are minimal or effectively non-existent for non-resident companies. These include, for example, the Marshall Islands, the Cook Islands, Panama, Belize, Seychelles and Vanuatu — in these countries, companies that do not conduct business within the territory of the registration state are generally exempt from mandatory financial reporting and audit requirements.

We provide full company administration services, including preparation and submission of annual reports, liaison with local authorities and ensuring full compliance with all corporate requirements of the jurisdiction.

Is it possible to open a bank account for a company?

Yes, opening a corporate bank account is possible for virtually any jurisdiction, however this process deserves careful attention. Today businesses have two main options: traditional banks and fintech platforms.

Traditional banks offer a full range of financial services, but account opening requirements have become increasingly stringent — KYC procedures, source of funds confirmation, business plans and in some cases in-person presence may be required. Fintech platforms — such as Wise, Airwallex, Revolut Business and others — open accounts significantly faster and remotely, making them a popular solution for international companies at an early stage.

Is it possible to use nominee directors?

Yes, the use of nominee directors and shareholders is a common and legitimate practice in international corporate structuring. A nominee director is formally listed in the company registry but acts exclusively in accordance with the instructions of the beneficial owner, providing an additional layer of privacy.

This service is particularly in demand in jurisdictions where information about directors and shareholders is entered into a public register — for example, in Cyprus, the United Kingdom, Malta and a number of other EU countries. In offshore jurisdictions, nominee services are also widely used to simplify corporate governance and protect ownership structures.

We provide nominee director and shareholder services for any jurisdiction we work with.

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