The Danish tax system is one of the most complex in Europe, with progressive rates up to 55.9% and rules that catch many international residents off guard. Most expats overpay simply because they don't know what deductions they qualify for or which schemes apply to their situation.
We wrote this free 24-page guide so you don't have to figure it out alone. It covers everything from registration and global income rules to the researcher scheme, key deductions and deadlines for 2026.
From 1 January 2026, the minimum monthly salary to qualify for Denmark's special expat tax scheme has been lowered from DKK 78,000 to DKK 65,400. This means significantly more international employees now qualify for the flat 32.84% tax rate (27% + 8% AM-bidrag) for up to 7 years.
Our guide explains the full eligibility criteria, including the 10-year rule, the 30-day rule, and what happens when you take unpaid leave.
Whether you have just arrived in Denmark, are considering the researcher scheme, or need to report international income, we can help. SkatteInform is a state-authorised public accounting firm (statsautoriseret revisionspartnerselskab) with more than 25 years of experience in international tax advisory.We advise expats, international companies and cross-border employees on all aspects of Danish taxation.
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