Registration of Imported Cars in Denmark

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As an expat, you may want to bring your car with you when you move to Denmark. Here’s what you need to know about registering an imported car in Denmark.

To register your car in Denmark, you must have:

  • A valid Danish driver’s license
  • Valid car insurance
  • Ownership proof for the car (registration certificate or sales contract)
  • Registration number for the car
  • The car’s make, model, and year of manufacture
  • The car’s engine size
  • The car’s odometer reading

You can find more information on how to register your car in Denmark on the Danish Motor Vehicle Agency website.

How long can you drive an imported a car in Denmark without registering it?

You can drive a car in Denmark without registering it for up to three days. After that, you must register it with the Danish Motor Vehicle Agency.

How much does car insurance cost in Denmark?

It may not be so simple and easy putting a specific figure on cost of car insurance in Denmark. It all depends very much on the car you want to drive in but the average car insurance cost in Denmark is $1500 per year.

How do I get a Danish driver’s license?

To get a Danish driver’s license, you must first get a Danish identity card. You can apply for one at your local municipality office.

If you do not speak Danish or do not have a Danish identity card, you can get a temporary driver’s license.

How long can you drive on a foreign driver’s license in Denmark?

You can drive on a foreign driver’s license in Denmark for up to six months, after which time you must get a Danish driver’s license.

Can I get a Danish driver’s license without taking the Danish driving test?

Yes, you can. If you have a valid driver’s license from another country, you are not required to take the Danish driving test.

You must, however, take a Danish driving theory test. If you fail the theory test, you will have to take both the theory and practical tests. Keep in mind that these test comes with a fee of up to $200 each test.

What does a driver’s license cost in Denmark?

Once again the price really depends on many things. Things like where in the country you want to take the license, which driving school to attend to, and the type of driver license. But in general, a driver’s license in Denmark costs between $2000 and $3000. This is with fees for theory and driver test included, which can cost a lot if you do not pass it the first time.

How do I buy a license plate in Denmark?

If you want to buy a license plate in Denmark, you have many options. You can buy a used license plate, a new license plate, or a license plate on lease.

If looking to buy a new license plate, you can go to your local municipality’s website to find listings of new license plates for sale.

In case you are looking to buy a used license plate, you can go to your local municipality’s website to find listings of used license plates for sale.

Interested in leasing a license plate? then you can go to the website of a license plate leasing companies in Denmark.

The bottom line

Registering an imported car in Denmark is not as difficult as it may seem. All you need is a valid Danish driver’s license, proof of insurance, and proof of ownership of the car. You can find more information on how to register your car in Denmark on the Danish Motor Vehicle Agency website.

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