How do you send money or valuables in a parcel in Denmark?
Value shipments, prices and rules.
Short answer
A PostNord value shipment is meant for contents worth more than 4,800 kr., up to a maximum value of 30,000 kr. In 2026 it costs 195 kr. up to 1 kg, 232 kr. up to 5 kg, 262 kr. up to 10 kg and 312 kr. up to 20 kg, plus 25 kr. per started 10,000 kr. of value. Money may be sent, but a parcel with money worth more than 4,800 kr. must go as a value shipment, and only one such shipment with money per day to the same recipient. The recipient must show the notice and ID to collect it.
Why
- Ordinary parcels are covered only up to 4,800 kr.
- A value shipment is covered up to the declared value.
- Money over 4,800 kr. must go as a value shipment.
Details
A value shipment must be collected within 7 days, and the period cannot be extended.
Tip
Declare the real value and keep the receipt, because compensation can never be more than the value you declared.
What may differ
Prices and limits are set by the carrier and can change from year to year.
Common misconception
It is forbidden to send cash by post in Denmark.
What actually happens
Money is allowed, but over 4,800 kr. it must go as a value shipment.
People also ask
- How much compensation do you get for a lost parcel?
- Do you need ID to collect a parcel in Denmark?
- How much does it cost to send a parcel in Denmark?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Postal prices and services change, so check the postal operator before you send.
Practical infoRelated questions
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Can you get your money back from your bank if a webshop does not deliver?
When you pay online with a payment card such as Dankort, your bank can move the money back if the item never arrives, you get the wrong item or you were charged more than agreed.
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Who can help if you have a problem with a shop in another EU country?
Forbruger Europa is the European Consumer Centre in Denmark and is part of the Danish Competition and Consumer Authority.
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How do you complain about a purchase in Denmark if the shop says no?
You must first complain to the seller, preferably in writing, and the seller must have rejected your claim fully or partly.
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What is e-mærket on Danish webshops?
e-mærket is a non-profit organisation that has certified Danish webshops since 2000 and has more than 2,000 members as of November 2026.