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Can you pay with euros in Denmark?

Euro cash works in many places, kroner work everywhere.

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Short answer

The currency in Denmark is the Danish krone (DKK), written "kr.", and the euro is not an official currency here. In Copenhagen most places accept euro cash, and some also take US dollars, Norwegian kroner or Swedish kronor. The shop sets its own exchange rate, and that rate is usually not to your benefit. Paying by card in kroner is the simplest option, because cards are accepted in hotels, shops, cafés and restaurants across the country.

Danish krone and euro

Why

  1. Denmark is in the EU but has kept the krone.
  2. A shop that takes euros chooses its own rate.
  3. Card payments in DKK are accepted almost everywhere.

Details

One krone is divided into 100 øre, and the 50 øre coin is the only øre coin still in use.

Tip

Keep euros for an emergency and pay by card in kroner for everyday purchases.

What may differ

Each place decides for itself whether it takes euros, so not every shop or café will.

Common misconception

Many visitors think Denmark uses the euro because it is an EU country.

What actually happens

Denmark is one of the EU countries outside the euro area, and its currency is the Danish krone.

People also ask

  • Why does Denmark not use the euro?
  • Where can you exchange money in Copenhagen?
  • Is cash still accepted in Denmark?

Sources

This answer is for reference only. Payment rules, limits and fees change, so check the official sources or your bank before you pay.

Danish krone and euro
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