EORI Number in Denmark

An EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) number identifies your business to customs across the EU. This page explains the Denmark EORI format, how to get one from Danish Customs Agency (Toldstyrelsen), and lets you validate any number instantly.

Denmark EORI format

A Danish EORI is DK followed by the company's 8-digit CVR number.

How to get an EORI number in Denmark

1. Confirm your business is established in Denmark (or has the required customs registration there).
2. Register as an importer/exporter on virk.dk — the EORI is linked to your CVR registration with the Danish authorities.
3. Have your CVR number, company name and registered address ready.
4. Receive your EORI number — usually within a few working days — and validate it below before your first declaration.

Official source: Danish Customs Agency (Toldstyrelsen).

Cost, validity and processing time

• The EORI number is free — Danish Customs Agency (Toldstyrelsen) does not charge for issuing it.
• It is valid EU-wide. Once any member state has issued your EORI, you do not need another one to declare goods in other EU countries.
• A business established outside the EU registers in the member state where it first lodges a customs declaration or appoints a representative — not necessarily Denmark.
• Processing normally takes a few working days, though incomplete applications are the most common cause of delay.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Danish EORI the same as the CVR number?

The Danish EORI is DK followed by your 8-digit CVR number, so the national part is your existing CVR — but it only works as an EORI once you are registered for import/export.

Do I need an EORI number to import into Denmark?

Yes. Any business lodging a customs declaration in Denmark — importing or exporting goods — needs a valid EORI number registered with the customs authority.

Where do I register for an EORI number in Denmark?

EORI numbers for Denmark are issued by Danish Customs Agency (Toldstyrelsen). You apply through their online customs registration service.

How do I check if an EORI number is valid?

Use the free EORI checker on this page. It validates the number in real time against the official European Commission EORI service and returns the registered trader where publicly consented.

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This page provides general guidance only — it is not legal or customs advice and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm EORI requirements and validate any EORI number with the official European Commission EORI service and the relevant national customs authority before relying on them.