Customs and VAT

Goods into Denmark

The amount and types of goods you can import into Denmark without incurring customs duty depend on whether you arrive from an EU country or a non-EU country. For information about duty-free allowances, please visit the link to The Danish Customs and Tax Authorities' home page below.

Goods out of Denmark and VAT refunds

Citizens from countries outside the EU and Scandinavia are eligible for a Value Added Tax (VAT) refund when goods purchased in Denmark are shipped to another country. VAT can also be refunded at the airport upon presenting a completed VAT refund form. To achieve the VAT refund, the minimum purchase per shop must be DKK 300. There are two refund companies, offering refund services. Follow the links below for more information.

Tax free shopping

The current Value Added Tax (VAT) rate is 25 per cent. VAT is included in hotel and restaurant bills, entrance fees, etc. and cannot be refunded on these services. Tax free shopping is possible in many major shops and department stores for visitors from non-EU and non-Scandinavian countries.

The Danish Customs and Tax Authorities

Euro Refund

Global Refund