When did 5G come to Denmark?
From first networks to full coverage
Short answer
5G arrived in Denmark around 2020: that year the networks already covered 80 % of the population. In March 2021 the state auctioned the 1500 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 3.5 GHz and 26 GHz bands on a nationwide, technology-neutral basis. The 3.5 GHz licences were meant to speed up the national 5G rollout. From 2022 the 5G figure reached 100 % of the population, and it has stayed there through 2026.
Why
- 5G reached 80 % of the population in 2020.
- The 5G frequency auction took place in March 2021.
- Coverage has been 100 % since 2022.
Details
Part of the 3.5 GHz band must be leased to companies, public institutions and universities for private 5G networks.
Tip
If your phone shows 4G where you expected 5G, check that 5G is switched on in the settings and included in your plan.
What may differ
The year each operator opened 5G in a given town can differ from the national figures.
Common misconception
5G is still on its way to Denmark.
What actually happens
5G has covered the whole population in Denmark since 2022.
People also ask
- Where is there 5G in Denmark?
- How many phones in Denmark use 5G?
- What is a private 5G network?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Prices and terms of mobile plans are set by each operator, so check them with your own operator.
Practical infoRelated questions
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How do you log in to Danish E-tax (TastSelv), and is it in English?
You log in to E-tax for individuals, called TastSelv in Danish, with MitID if you are 15 or older.
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Is there an SMS warning service for deaf people in Denmark?
Yes.
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Does the S!RENEN phone warning need internet, and does it track your phone?
No to both.
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Will you get emergency alerts on a foreign phone in Denmark?
Yes, if your phone is compatible.