Tourist tax and guest registration in Denmark A complete guide

Denmark, with its progressive culture, Viking heritage, and charming cities, is a favorite destination for travelers seeking both tradition and modernity. In this guide, we break down the current rules and regulations on tourist taxes and guest registration to keep you informed when visiting Denmark.

Is there a tax on tourism in Denmark?

No, Denmark currently doesn’t have a tourist tax. While many countries have introduced this charge (often called a lodging tax), Denmark remains tourist-tax-free for now. However, discussions are underway in cities like Copenhagen about introducing one in the future. We’ll keep you updated if anything changes.

For hosts

Guest registration in Denmark

If you’re providing accommodations in Denmark, guest registration is a legal requirement. This applies to both Danish citizens and foreign visitors, with different rules for each.

How Trippz helps

Guest registration of Danish citizens

For Danish guests, accommodation providers must (by law) record the following:
• Their full name;
• Date of birth, and;
• Place of residence.
Guests will also need to show ID, such as a driver’s license or passport, to confirm their identity at check-in.

Guest registration of foreign tourists

For international visitors, there are a few more details that need to be logged, as determined by law in 2022, next to the abovementioned details:
• Nationality;
• Arrival and departure dates, and;
• Passport type and document numbers.

Just like with Danish guests, identification is required at check-in.

Guest registration of children in Denmark

Children staying in groups, like on family trips or school tours, don’t need to fill out their own registration cards. The group leader can handle this for the entire group, making it easier for everyone.

Storing of Guest Registration in Denmark

As a host, you’re required to store guest registration data for two years. After that, it must be securely deleted, ensuring compliance with privacy laws.

Constant monitoring of developments in Denmark

Although there is no form of tourist tax in Denmark, we are closely monitoring all developments that can lead to a new tax to be introduced. In Copenhagen, for instance, there are serious discussions about introducing a tourist tax, just like other larger European cities. 

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How Trippz helps hosts

Organize your administration simply

Classifying your accommodation, keeping a guest registry, collecting and remitting the correct amount of tourist tax; besides taking good care of your guests' travel, there is a lot of administrative work involved in renting out your accommodation. Work that you may not have even thought of initially when you started, and that you probably want to spend as little time on as possible. Therefore, you want to organize your administration as simply as possible.

And fortunately you can, with Trippz!

All in one overview

Trippz is here to make your life as easy as possible, while complying with all regulations. Through our (web)app you automate your guest registration, and you can even prepare your administration for the tourist tax. You don't have to worry about collecting the tourist tax either. Because we keep track of all local regulations, we know exactly what rate your guests have to pay. On arrival day, your guests will automatically receive a message from us to pay their tourist tax. At the end of their stay, the money will be automatically deposited into your account. All you have to do is periodically transfer the total amount to the municipality. Simple!

Automatically sync all Airbnb bookings

You can now synchronise all your Airbnb bookings with Trippz on your account. This means you have to do even less yourself. Ideal for hosts who rent out a lot via Airbnb. Do you rent through another platform? We expect to complete more integrations in the near future. Get in touch to find out if your platform will soon be added to Trippz

About Trippz for hosts

Frequently asked questions about Trippz

• Is it difficult to start using Trippz?

  Not at all! Trippz is designed to be user-friendly. It is developed as a web application, so you do not need to download an app. You can start right away!

• What does the use of Trippz cost?

  At the moment, it is free of charge!

• Can I import all my bookings from Airbnb?

  Yes, you can! We have worked on an integration with airbnb, through which you can automatically import all your bookings. Thereby, the messages about guest registration will also be send automatically through our platform.

• Can I import all my bookings from my own booking system?

  After the integration with Airbnb, we are now working on all other sorts of integrations. Integrating your own platform is not yet available, but will be in the future!

• What if a guest doesn’t want to register digitally?

  This is an unfortunate situation, that does happen from time to time. If a guest does not want to enter digitally, you can manually enter their details into Trippz afterwards.

• What if my municipality changes the tourist tax rates?

  At Trippz, we actively follow all tax rates in areas that we cover. When a new tax rate is implemented, we will update the rates accordingly. Still missing something? Please reach out to us!

• What happens if my municipality collaborates with another one?

  No problem. As said, we actively follow all municipalities and their rules. We will automatically update this for you. If you want to be sure, you can always message us in advance, so we are even more on top of things!

• How does it work if another organization manages the tax in my municipality?

  With Trippz, you can export all the information you need. You can easily copy the needed information towards the file the tax organization requires from you.

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