CPR Number in Denmark – Your Key to Life and Work

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Discover Your Unique CPR Number

The CPR number (Central Person Register) is a 10-digit personal registration number assigned to every resident in Denmark. It is essential for daily life—from accessing healthcare, filing taxes, and opening a bank account to signing employment contracts.

ow Is the CPR Number Structured?

The CPR number consists of 10 digits:

  • The first 6 digits represent your date of birth (day, month, year)

  • The next 3 digits are a sequential number

  • The last digit indicates gender (even for women, odd for men)

Thanks to this structure, the CPR number is unique and clearly identifies each person in Denmark.

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Why Is the CPR Number So Important?

Having a CPR number is both an obligation and a major convenience. It is required for:

  • Accessing Danish healthcare

  • Filing taxes with SKAT

  • Opening a bank account

  • Signing an employment contract

  • Receiving social benefits

  • Enrolling children in school or kindergarten

CPR for Foreign Workers

If you are coming to Denmark to work, the CPR number is one of the first documents you must obtain. Without it, you cannot get a tax card or legally start employment. The process may take up to 4 weeks, so it is recommended to begin as early as possible.

How We Help You Obtain a CPR Number

We advise which documents you need to prepare ,

We assist in completing and submitting the application

We support you in communication with authorities

We ensure the whole process is smooth and efficient

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About the CPR Number in Denmark

Every person living, working, or studying in Denmark must obtain a CPR number to access public services and meet tax obligations.

The procedure usually takes around 4 weeks after submitting all required documents, though the timeframe may vary depending on the office and personal situation.

Most often: a passport or ID card, an employment contract, or a document confirming the purpose of your stay.

Yes. Without a CPR number, you cannot obtain legal employment, a tax card, or healthcare services.

Yes, but many people choose professional assistance to avoid mistakes and speed up the process.

Without a CPR number, you cannot access many essential services—from healthcare to taxes and banking. Operating without a CPR number may result in high tax penalties.

Contact Us and Get Your CPR Number Without Stress

Do you want to start your life in Denmark quickly and smoothly? Use our assistance in obtaining your CPR number, and all the formalities will be handled without unnecessary complications.