DK

Denmark tax residency rules

Threshold: 183 days · Day Count · Calendar year (Jan 1 – Dec 31)

Denmark triggers full residency at residence (a home available) + intent to reside, OR 6 consecutive months of stay. Limited tax liability applies for shorter visits with Danish-source income. Residents pay up to ~55% combined.

  • Even short stays can trigger full residency if you maintain a home in Denmark.
  • Researcher/expert tax scheme: flat 27% tax (+ AM contribution) for qualifying inbound workers, up to 7 years.

Rules tracked by Tax Days

  • 183-Day Rule

    Type
    Day Count
    Threshold
    183 days
    Period
    Calendar year (Jan 1 – Dec 31)

    Tax residency triggers if you're physically present for more than the threshold number of days in a calendar year.

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