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Denmark × Corporate & Entity Services
Corporate & Entity Services in Denmark
Setting up companies abroad, and keeping them in good standing. In Denmark, that means local law, local regulators and local practice, handled by a qualified professional who practises there.
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WONE Global can find the right Corporate & Entity Services professional in Denmark for you.
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Copenhagen · Sunday 15 November
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- Monday – Friday
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- +45
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- Nordics
What the rules say in Denmark
Corporate & Entity Services, the essentials
From the Denmark market guide: the points that matter most for corporate & entity services, each with the source it was checked against.
Essentials guide · Source-checked research53% of statements checked against a source28 checked against an official source0 checked against a secondary sourceChecked 2026-10-199 held back until checked against an official source11 topics include AI-written statements, not source-checkedNot yet professionally reviewed
The private limited company (anpartsselskab, ApS) is the most common vehicle for foreign-owned businesses in Denmark, and the public limited company (aktieselskab, A/S) is used for larger or listed businesses.
Companies governed by the Danish Companies Act.AI-written, not source-checkedAn ApS requires a minimum share capital of DKK 20,000 and an A/S requires a minimum share capital of DKK 400,000.
At least 25% of the capital (minimum DKK 20,000) must be paid in before registration, in cash (to a company account or a lawyer) or in kind with a valuation report from an approved auditor.Danish Business Authority (Erhvervsstyrelsen) · checked 2026-10-19Companies are registered digitally with the Danish Business Authority through its online Start Company service, and a company with a CVR number must then deal with public authorities digitally.
Danish companies; foreign companies obtain a CVR number through a separate registration form. Registration requires a Danish MitID or an eIDAS-approved foreign eID.Business in Denmark (Danish Business Authority) · checked 2026-10-19A foreign limited company can carry on business in Denmark directly through a branch (filial), which is an integrated part of the foreign company and must be registered with the Danish Business Authority before trading starts.
Branches of foreign limited companies; the branch manager files the foreign company's annual report in Denmark.Danish Business Authority (Erhvervsstyrelsen) · checked 2026-10-19Danish companies must identify their beneficial owners and register them with the Danish Business Authority, and check the information at least once a year.
ApS, A/S and most other companies, commercial foundations and some associations. Listed companies, branches and sole proprietorships are not covered.Danish Business Authority (Erhvervsstyrelsen) · checked 2026-10-19Foreign investments that reach at least 10% of the shares or voting rights in a company in a particularly sensitive sector need prior authorisation from the Danish Business Authority under the Investment Screening Act; other investments of at least 25% by non-EU/EFTA investors that may threaten national security or public order can be notified voluntarily.
Particularly sensitive sectors: defence, IT security and classified information, dual-use products, other critical technology, and critical infrastructure. Further authorisation is needed at 20%, one-third, 50%, two-thirds and 100%.Business in Denmark (Danish Business Authority) · checked 2026-10-19
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Scope
What the service covers here
- 01Choose the appropriate legal presence
- 02Form or register the required entity
- 03Put governance and statutory records in place
- 04Maintain ongoing corporate compliance
Key questions
What we will work through with you
- What needs to be decided before corporate & entity services work starts?
- Who is professionally responsible in each country?
- Which other work, such as tax or employment, must happen at the same time?
- What information and decisions are needed from the business?
If your work involves another country or another area of expertise, WONE Global brings in the right professional and keeps all advisers informed.
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Cases
What clients bring to Corporate & Entity Services
The cases this service leads or joins, each with what is at stake, how WONE Global handles it and who handles it in Denmark.
Urgent Our local manager abroad has taken control of the subsidiary. What can we do?Corporate ownership & governanceUrgent Our company abroad has been struck off. How do we fix it?Corporate ownership & governanceUrgent A foreign authority wants our documents apostilled or legalised. How?Market entry, licensing & government engagementUrgent Investors want our company moved to Delaware or Singapore before they invest.Corporate ownership & governanceShould we open a branch, a subsidiary or just use a distributor abroad?Market entry, licensing & government engagementHow do we set up a company in another country, and how long will it take?Market entry, licensing & government engagementCan we just open a branch or representative office instead of a full company?Market entry, licensing & government engagementWhat must be in place before our new office abroad starts trading?Market entry, licensing & government engagementHow do we keep our foreign company compliant with the registry every year?Corporate ownership & governanceHow do we change directors or shareholders of our company abroad?Corporate ownership & governance
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