What do you do if you lose your passport as a visitor in Denmark?
Help when your ID is gone
Short answer
Report a lost passport or ID card to the police, for example on the service number 114, and you get a receipt. The police register the lost document in an international database so nobody can misuse it. The receipt documents the loss for your insurance and supports an application for an emergency travel document or a new passport from your own country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the Copenhagen Diplomatic List, with embassies, consulates and international organisations accredited to Denmark, most recently updated on 6 November 2026.
Why
- A police receipt is the first document you need.
- The lost passport is blocked internationally.
- The diplomatic list shows which countries have a mission in Denmark.
Details
A found passport handed to the police is kept in the police district where it was found.
Tip
Keep a photo or copy of your passport data page on your phone, separate from the passport itself.
What may differ
The diplomatic list is updated several times, so always use the newest version.
Common misconception
Once a passport is lost, nothing can stop someone else from using it.
What actually happens
A lost passport reported in Denmark is registered in an international database to prevent misuse.
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Sources
- Danish Police: Lost and foundChecked at:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark: The Protocol DepartmentChecked at:
- borger.dk: Contact the policeChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Laws, fines and rules can change, so check the Danish authorities before you travel.
Practical infoRelated questions
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Once your report is registered, you get a receipt with a case number (journalnummer) in e-Boks or on borger.dk.
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