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How much cash is in circulation in Denmark?

Banknotes and coins in circulation, 2026.

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Short answer

On 30 September 2026 Danish banknotes worth 46.3 billion kroner and coins worth 6.1 billion kroner were in circulation, about 52.4 billion kroner in total. Both figures rose slightly from the end of August 2026. The recall of the 1000-krone note and the older banknote series cut the amount of cash in circulation by more than 16 billion kroner. Even after the deadline of 31 May 2026, more than 50 billion kroner in cash is still in circulation.

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Why

  1. Banknotes make up most of the value, about 46.3 billion kroner.
  2. The 2026 banknote recall took more than 16 billion kroner out of circulation.
  3. Danmarks Nationalbank publishes the figures every month.

Details

Banknotes in circulation rose from about 46.25 billion kroner on 31 August to 46.3 billion kroner on 30 September 2026.

Tip

Monthly figures for cash in circulation are in the StatBank of Danmarks Nationalbank, so you can follow the trend month by month.

What may differ

The amount changes every month, so figures for the coming months may differ from September 2026.

Common misconception

After the big banknote recall there is hardly any cash left in Denmark.

What actually happens

More than 50 billion kroner in banknotes and coins was still in circulation in autumn 2026.

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Sources

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

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