🇩🇰 Denmark

Buying Property in Denmark: A Guide for Foreign Buyers

Apartments in Denmark cost from €7,200 to €7,200 per m² across the cities we track. Expect to pay another 1–3% of the price in taxes and fees.

Can foreigners buy property in Denmark?

Restricted for foreign buyers

Buyers who are not resident in Denmark and have not lived there for five years need permission from the Ministry of Justice, which is rarely granted for investment or holiday homes. EU/EEA nationals can buy a permanent home without permission in certain cases, e.g. when they live or work in Denmark.

Tax ID you'll need: CPR number (residents) or SE/tax number

How to buy, step by step

  1. 1Check whether you need Ministry of Justice permission
  2. 2Agree on price and sign the purchase agreement, subject to lawyer approval
  3. 3Your lawyer reviews the condition and energy reports
  4. 4Provide a bank guarantee and pay the deposit
  5. 5Register the deed digitally and pay the registration fee
  6. 6Takeover (overtagelse) on the agreed date

What it costs

A 60 m² apartment in Copenhagen at the average €7,200/m² costs about €432,000. Purchase taxes and fees add roughly €4,320–€12,960. Full breakdown of Denmark property taxes and costs.

Copenhagen€7,200/m² · gross yield 4%

Mortgages and residency

Approx. 60–80% LTV through mortgage credit institutions, mostly for residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can foreigners buy property in Denmark?↓
Buyers who are not resident in Denmark and have not lived there for five years need permission from the Ministry of Justice, which is rarely granted for investment or holiday homes. EU/EEA nationals can buy a permanent home without permission in certain cases, e.g. when they live or work in Denmark.
How much are buying costs in Denmark?↓
Typically 1–3% of the purchase price for a resale apartment, including transfer tax, notary or legal fees and registration.
How much does an apartment cost in Denmark?↓
Average prices range from €7,200/m² to €7,200/m² across 1 cities; in Copenhagen a 60 m² apartment costs about €432,000.
Can non-residents get a mortgage in Denmark?↓
Approx. 60–80% LTV through mortgage credit institutions, mostly for residents.
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Last reviewed 2026-10. General information, not tax or legal advice: rates change and often depend on region and buyer status, so confirm with a local notary, lawyer or tax adviser. Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Foreign citizens' acquisition of property in Denmark.