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Denmark Currency

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What is the currency in Denmark?

The official currency of Denmark is the Danish krone

The krone replaced the Danish rigsdaler in 1875 when Denmark adopted the Scandinavian Monetary Union. It is issued by Danmarks Nationalbank and remains Denmark’s currency despite EU membership.

DKK, kr

Banknotes

kr50

kr100

kr200

kr500

kr1,000

Coins

50 øre

kr1

kr2

kr5

kr10

kr20

Popular Krone pairings

A

DKK

AED

DKK

ALL

DKK

AMD

DKK

ANG

DKK

AOA

DKK

AUD

DKK

AWG

DKK

AZN

B

DKK

BBD

DKK

BDT

DKK

BGN

DKK

BHD

DKK

BMD

DKK

BND

DKK

BOB

DKK

BRL

DKK

BSD

DKK

BTN

DKK

BWP

DKK

BZD

C

DKK

CAD

DKK

CHF

DKK

CLP

DKK

COP

DKK

CRC

DKK

CZK

D

DKK

DJF

DKK

DOP

DKK

DZD

E

DKK

EGP

DKK

ETB

DKK

EUR

F

DKK

FJD

G

DKK

GBP

DKK

GEL

DKK

GHS

DKK

GIP

DKK

GMD

DKK

GYD

H

DKK

HKD

DKK

HNL

DKK

HUF

I

DKK

IDR

DKK

ILS

DKK

INR

J

DKK

JMD

DKK

JPY

K

DKK

KES

DKK

KGS

DKK

KHR

DKK

KMF

DKK

KWD

DKK

KYD

DKK

KZT

L

DKK

LKR

DKK

LSL

M

DKK

MAD

DKK

MDL

DKK

MGA

DKK

MKD

DKK

MNT

DKK

MRU

DKK

MUR

DKK

MVR

DKK

MWK

DKK

MXN

DKK

MYR

DKK

MZN

N

DKK

NAD

DKK

NGN

DKK

NOK

DKK

NPR

DKK

NZD

O

DKK

OMR

P

DKK

PEN

DKK

PGK

DKK

PHP

DKK

PKR

DKK

PLN

DKK

PYG

Q

DKK

QAR

R

DKK

RON

DKK

RWF

S

DKK

SAR

DKK

SBD

DKK

SCR

DKK

SEK

DKK

SGD

DKK

SRD

DKK

SZL

T

DKK

THB

DKK

TJS

DKK

TMT

DKK

TOP

DKK

TRY

DKK

TTD

DKK

TZS

U

DKK

UAH

DKK

UGX

DKK

USD

DKK

UYU

DKK

UZS

V

DKK

VND

DKK

VUV

W

DKK

WST

X

DKK

XAF

DKK

XCD

DKK

XOF

Z

DKK

ZAR

DKK

ZMW

How to spend money in Denmark

Denmark is largely cashless. Cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, taxis, and public transport. Mobile payments like MobilePay are extremely common. Cash is still useful in rural areas, smaller shops, and for minor purchases. ATMs are plentiful in cities.

Tip: Always pay in the local currency to get the best exchange rate and avoid extra conversion charges.

Tips for exchanging money in Denmark

Use banks or ATMs for reliable rates; avoid airport exchanges.

Always pay in krone to avoid conversion fees.

Carry small cash for markets, rural areas, or tipping.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the official currency used in Denmark?

Danish krone (DKK).

What is the official currency used in Denmark?

Symbol: kr | Code: DKK

Can I use my home currency in Denmark?

No, krone is required.

How can I use the TransferGo card in Denmark?

Just activate it in the app and start spending — online, in stores, or at ATMs.

Is it better to use cash or card when spending in Denmark?

Cards are preferred; cash is optional.

Are credit or debit cards widely accepted in Denmark?

Yes, almost everywhere.

Are there ATMs available in Denmark, and are there withdrawal limits?

ATMs are common; limits vary by bank.

Can I use a TransferGo card in Denmark?

Yes! You can use your TransferGo card for spending, withdrawing, or managing your money— with fair rates and no hidden fees.