A VAT refund guide to Denmark
How to get VAT Refunds from Denmark for your business
Businesses registered in countries outside of Denmark can claim VAT refunds on any costs incurred in Denmark.
The below information details the requirements needed to be eligible for a VAT refund. This includes claimable expense types, Denmark VAT rates, deadlines and claiming periods.

Which countries have reciprocity with Denmark?
All countries can claim
For a more detailed explanation on what reciprocity means within the scope of VAT, click here:
What expenses are claimable in Denmark?
Entertainment
Entertainment
0%
Hotels & Accommodation
25%
Restaurants
25%
Events
Conferences, Trade Shows & Exhibitions
25%
Training Courses & Seminars
25%
Travel Related
Car Rental
0%
Fuel
0%
Public Transport
0%
Taxis
0%
General Expenses
Goods
25%
Inter-company charges
25%
Office Expenses
25%
Marketing Costs
25%
Professional Fees & AP invoices
25%
Additional Information
How far back can your business claim VAT from Denmark?
January - December of previous year for all countries
What’s the foreign VAT deadline in Denmark?
30 September for all countries
How long does it take to receive a VAT refund from Denmark?
Depending on the complexity of your application and the capacity at the VAT authority, it can take up to 5 months to receive a VAT refund from Denmark
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