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What are the fines for e-scooter riders in Denmark?

From 700 to 1,500 kr. as of 2025.

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Short answer

As of 2025 the guideline fines for e-scooter riders in Denmark are 1,500 kr. for riding without a fastened, approved helmet. Carrying a passenger, riding without front or rear light or without reflectors costs 1,000 kr. each. Riding against a red light and using a handheld mobile phone while riding also cost 1,000 kr. each. Riding on the pavement or a footpath costs 700 kr.

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Why

  1. No helmet: 1,500 kr.
  2. Passenger, lights, red light, phone: 1,000 kr.
  3. Pavement: 700 kr.

Details

The police can also confiscate e-scooters that do not meet the legal rules, for example ones that can go faster than the rules allow.

Tip

Keep your phone in your pocket or a holder while you ride: holding it costs 1,000 kr.

What may differ

These are guideline rates; the actual fine is set in each case, and the rates are updated.

Common misconception

Tourists on rental e-scooters do not get fines.

What actually happens

The same fines apply to everyone riding in Denmark.

People also ask

  • Do you need a helmet on an e-scooter in Denmark?
  • Can two people ride one e-scooter in Denmark?
  • Where can you ride an e-scooter in Denmark?

Sources

This answer is for reference only. Timetables, routes and fares change, so check the operator before you travel.

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