Where can victims of crime get help in Denmark?
Free support after crime, accidents and traumatic events.
Short answer
Offerrådgivningen (Victim Support Denmark) gives free and anonymous counselling to victims, witnesses and relatives after crime, accidents and other traumatic events. You can call 116 006 at any time of day, and you remain anonymous. There is also chat, video counselling and meetings in person. There are 12 local offices, one in each police district, with about 200 trained volunteer counsellors in total.
Why
- Help is free and you do not need to give your name.
- Witnesses and relatives can also get support.
- A counsellor can go with you to court if you want.
Details
The chat is open on Monday and Wednesday from 14.30 to 17.00 and on Thursday and Sunday from 18.30 to 21.00 (November 2026).
Tip
If you have been injured, ask the police about your right to a victim’s lawyer (bistandsadvokat) when you report the crime.
What may differ
Chat hours and local office hours can change, while the phone line is open around the clock.
Common misconception
Victim support is only for the person who was the victim.
What actually happens
Witnesses and relatives can also get free and anonymous support.
People also ask
- Can victims of crime get compensation in Denmark?
- How do I report a crime in Denmark?
- What happens after I report a crime?
Sources
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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What should you do after a traffic accident in Denmark?
If someone is injured or in danger, call 112 and ask for an ambulance or the police.
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What scams should you watch out for in Denmark?
The most common scams in Denmark come as fake text messages, Messenger messages, emails and phone calls from people pretending to be a bank or an authority.
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What happens after you report a crime to the police in Denmark?
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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Can victims of crime get compensation from the Danish state?
Erstatningsnævnet decides applications for state compensation for physical or psychological injury caused by a breach of the Danish Criminal Code.