Moving to or from Denmark: clarify your tax liability

Leaving Denmark

Deregistering your address does not by itself end full Danish tax liability. Access to a Danish home is significant. As a general rule, the home must be sold, the tenancy ended or the property let for at least three years under an agreement you cannot terminate.

The Danish Tax Agency assesses the circumstances and asks you to contact them after physically leaving and at least a week after deregistration.

Arriving in Denmark

Foreign accounts, pensions, securities and property can remain relevant. Gather income and asset information and clarify the starting date of Danish tax liability.

Build one timeline

Record housing availability and moving dates in both countries, work periods and income before and after the move, and retained pensions, investments and property. If both countries consider you resident, treaty residence may require a separate assessment.