Living in Copenhagen Photographer Ty Stange CPR, registration and documents Learn more about getting your CPR number, yellow health card, and other important documents. Housing Finding a place to live is key to obtaining a CPR number. Read about recycling and fundamental supplies as water, gas, heating and electricity. Healthcare Your yellow health card (sundhedskort) gives you access to the Danish healthcare system. Culture and leisure There are many opportunities to live an engaged, social and active life that balances cultural and leisure activities in Copenhagen. Online self-services As a resident in Copenhagen, you can use online self-services to order a MitID, receive Digital Post and much more. Childcare and school You have several options when it comes to childcare, schooling and after school care in Copenhagen. Learn Danish If you are 18, live in Denmark and have a CPR number, you are eligible for Danish courses offered by your local municipality. Report to the authorities Contact the right authorities if you want to report a crime, an emergency or other problems in the City of Copenhagen. Transport and parking Find out various ways you get around by public transport, biking or driving in Copenhagen. Copenhagen Citizen Service You can make an appointment for Copenhagen Citizen Service here. Photographer Colourbox Refugees from Ukraine Find important information as an Ukrainian citizen in Denmark or if you wish to come here. Photographer Mellanie Gandø Greenlandic citizens in Copenhagen As a Greenlandic citizen, you can receive assistance from Jobcenter København in finding employment and much more. International Citizen Days You are invited to a one-of-a-kind welcome event for international citizens on 25 & 26 September 2026. Get an overview of the city's events and activities Copenhagen offers an abundance of events and activities all year round. Find them here. International citizens and their experiences with Denmark Videos with international citizens and their experiences with Denmark
