Doing business in Denmark

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Doing business in Denmark

Denmark is consistently ranked among the best countries in the world for setting up a business – and with good reason. You can register and launch your operations within just a few hours, giving you fast access to a strong market, innovative customer segments, and a highly skilled, diligent workforce.

But while starting a business in Denmark is easy on paper, international companies often face complexity in practice. Tax rules, employment law, business structures, payroll setup and compliance with local regulations require knowledge and experience.

This is where BDO can help. With our one-stop-shop approach, we make market entry easy, compliant and tailored to your goals – from your first strategic considerations to your first tax return.


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Whether you are establishing a Danish subsidiary, launching a sales office, starting a construction project, or expanding across the Nordics, we support you at every step.

Our experts can handle the entire process or assist you with specific tasks, including:

  • Company registration with Danish authorities
  • VAT and tax registration
  • Setting up NemID, NemKonto, and e-Boks (Digital Post)
  • Payroll administration and bookkeeping
  • Employment contracts and HR compliance
  • Immigration services, including work and residence permits
  • Strategic advice on foreign workforce onboarding
  • Cross-border secondments and taxation
  • Setting up operations across the Nordic region
  • Annual reporting, audit and tax returns


We tailor every solution to your needs – whether you’re a global brand or a fast-growing SME entering the Danish market for the first time.

Integrated international support

Integrated international support

Cross-border business requires cross-border insight. When entering Denmark, your company may also need to coordinate operations, HR processes or reporting across neighbouring countries. Thanks to BDO’s global network with offices around the world, we offer seamless support across borders. We have extensive experience working with companies across industries such as construction, tech, manufacturing, healthcare, and media. This means we know how to streamline the setup process and minimize time to market.
Compliance and peace of mind

Compliance and peace of mind

When doing business in a new country, regulatory mistakes can be costly. With BDO, you get a trusted partner who ensures that every legal, accounting and payroll requirement is covered – helping you avoid unnecessary risks and fines. From day one, we ensure that your business is structured efficiently, that your registrations and systems are set up correctly, and that your employees – local or foreign – are onboarded in full compliance with Danish legislation.

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