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    How to find a company's registration number in Denmark

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    How do I find a company's registration number in Denmark?

    Search the company's name on CVR at https://datacvr.virk.dk. The result page shows its registration number — the same identifier that appears on invoices, contracts, and government filings.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Open CVR

      Navigate to https://datacvr.virk.dk.

      https://datacvr.virk.dk
    2. 2

      Search by company name

      Type the exact trading or legal name. Partial matches usually work; add the city if the name is common.

    3. 3

      Copy the registration number

      The registration number is displayed at the top of the entity profile. It is the authoritative ID for cross-referencing.

    4. 4

      Confirm it's the right entity

      Check the registered address and incorporation date to be sure you have the correct legal entity, especially for groups with similarly named subsidiaries.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is a Denmark company's registration number published?

    It appears on the entity's public profile in CVR (https://datacvr.virk.dk) and must be quoted on invoices, contracts, and official correspondence.

    Is looking up a Denmark registration number free?

    Yes. Basic name-to-number lookup on CVR is free and does not require an account.

    What is a CVR number?

    CVR (Det Centrale Virksomhedsregister) number is an 8-digit unique identifier assigned to every Danish business. Each business unit also gets a P-number (production unit number). CVR numbers are public and freely searchable.

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    Is the Denmark company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the CVR (Central Business Register) are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official Denmark business registry?

    The CVR (Central Business Register) is the official public register of companies incorporated in Denmark. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://datacvr.virk.dk.

    Where do I find a Denmark company's registration number?

    Every registered Denmark entity has a unique registration number issued at incorporation. It appears on invoices, contracts, the company's website footer (often in a "legal" section), and prominently on its CVR (Central Business Register) record.

    Is a Denmark registration number the same as a VAT number?

    No. The registration number is the identifier issued by the CVR (Central Business Register) when the company was formed. The VAT number is a separate tax identifier issued (only if the company is VAT-registered) by the national tax authority. Many small companies have a registration number but no VAT number.

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