Open A Subsidiary In Denmark

Easily Establish a Subsidiary in Denmark

Enjoy the seamless process of confidently opening a subsidiary in Denmark with our support. Expand with ease today.

Expanding into Denmark

Establishing a subsidiary in Denmark presents valuable opportunities for international businesses. Danish subsidiaries operate as standard limited liability companies and are subject to the same legal treatment as domestic entities. The country actively welcomes foreign investment, with legislation fully aligned with EU standards. Our team ensures a fast, compliant setup process, providing end-to-end support so you can focus on growing your core business. With Denmark’s reputation for efficiency and innovation, it’s an ideal base for scaling your European presence.

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EU and Schengen Area Access

Establish a strategic presence within the EU and gain seamless access to over 25 European markets.

100% Foreign Ownership Permitted

Foreign investors can fully own and control Danish subsidiaries without restrictions or local shareholder requirements.

Skilled, Multilingual Workforce

Benefit from an educated, English-speaking talent pool — ideal for international operations and tech-driven industries.

Highly Transparent Business Environment

Denmark consistently ranks among the world’s least corrupt and most business-friendly economies, offering regulatory clarity and ease of doing business.

Efficient Digital Administration

Denmark leads in e-government, allowing for fast, paperless company formation and corporate filings through a secure online system.

Attractive Tax and R&D Incentives

Competitive corporate tax rate of 22%, plus generous deductions and grants for research, innovation, and green initiatives.

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Why open a subsidiary in Denmark?

Our expert team handles the formation process with custom subsidiary packages. We simplify every step for a quick, stress-free setup, allowing you to focus on launching and expanding your operations confidently.

Introduction to setting up a subsidiary in Denmark

Danish subsidiaries hold the same company standing as conventional limited liability companies, and are welcomed into the country as equals with Danish domiciled businesses. Similarly, foreign investment is encouraged with much of the company law in Denmark in accordance with EU regulations. The recent implementation of online services means that the establishment and registration process can now be completed in a very short timescale.

What are the main formalities of a Denmark subsidiary?

The minimum share capital required is DKK 80,000
The Memorandum & Articles of Association of the subsidiary
The resolution of the parent company detailing its decision to form the subsidiary
A registered address in Denmark

The documents shown above must be filed with the Danish Commerce and Companies Agency in order to register the subsidiary. The registration process can be completed online through the Internet portal, WebReg.dk, or by a paper application from the Commerce and Companies Agency. All required documents must be presented in Danish.

What are the accounting requirements of a Denmark subsidiary?

The required share capital must be registered with the Danish Commerce and Companies Agency. Registration of the subsidiary with the Danish Tax and Customs Administration (SKAT,) or online via Virk.dk, is required for taxation. The accounting requirements are regulated by the Danish Financial Statements Act. Depending on the business activity of the subsidiary, VAT accounts are calculated either monthly or quarterly, and tax accounts annually. An audit is required if the annual turnover of the subsidiary exceeds DKK 3 million. For further information on accountancy services and tax rates in Denmark, please get in touch.

Subsidiary Formation Packages

There are various aspects involved in incorporating a Danish subsidiary. Our team are proficient in these requirements and will guide you through every step of the formation process. We provide subsidiary formation packages which include services such as provision of a registered office and registration for VAT, and will ensure your formation runs efficiently. You can rely on us to relieve the stress of your subsidiary formation, successfully managing the entire process on your behalf. For further information on subsidiaries in Denmark please contact us.

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