Am I allowed to carry large amounts of cash across the border in Denmark?
Yes — there is no upper limit on how much cash you may carry, but you must declare larger amounts. Under the rules you must declare cash or other liquid funds of 10,000 euros or more (about 75,000 kr) to the Customs Agency when you cross the border. In Denmark this applies both to travel to other EU countries and to countries outside the EU. The amount covers notes and coins, cheques and certain forms of gold. You declare it digitally in advance or at a customs office. If you fail to declare it, that brings a fine of 25% of the excess amount, and the money can be seized.
📋 The rules
- No upper limit, but declare 10,000 euros or more (about 75,000 kr)
- Applies both to EU countries and outside the EU
- Covers notes, coins, cheques and certain forms of gold
- You declare it digitally or at a customs office
- Failing to declare: a fine of 25% of the excess
🔓 Exceptions
- Under 10,000 euros no declaration is needed, but customs can still check
- Sending money by post or freight follows different rules
- The rule applies to individuals and companies and both travel directions
⚠️ Penalties & fines
If you fail to declare cash of 10,000 euros or more, that brings a fine of 25% of the amount over the limit, and the money can be seized.
📎 Official sources
- Customs Agency · Travelling with large valuables →
- Skat.dk · Cash across the border →
- Skat.dk · Declaration of liquid funds →
❓ Frequently asked
Can I carry large amounts of cash across the border?
Yes, but you must declare cash of 10,000 euros or more to the Customs Agency when you cross the border.
How much can I carry without declaring?
Up to just under 10,000 euros. From 10,000 euros upwards you must declare the amount.
Does it only apply to travel outside the EU?
No. In Denmark it applies both to travel to other EU countries and to countries outside the EU.
What counts towards the amount?
Notes and coins, cheques and other liquid funds, and certain forms of gold, in any currency.
What is the penalty for not declaring?
A fine of 25% of the amount over 10,000 euros, and the money can be seized.
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