How to Register a Business in Denmark for Coaches, Consultants, and Course Creators

Starting your coaching, consulting, or course creation business in Denmark involves specific registration steps to ensure compliance. This guide explains how to register a business in Denmark for coaches, consultants, and course creators, covering the steps for both sole proprietorships (enkeltmandsvirksomhed) and limited liability companies (ApS).

How to Register Business Denmark as a Sole Proprietorship

A sole proprietorship (enkeltmandsvirksomhed) is a simple and effective way to start your service-based business.

Step 1: Obtain a MitID and CPR Number

• MitID: MitID is Denmark’s digital identification system required for accessing online business services.

• CPR Number: A personal identification number for Danish residents.

💡 Pro Tip: Apply for a MitID through the MitID official website and a CPR number via the Danish Citizen Service.

Step 2: Register Online with the Danish Business Authority (Erhvervsstyrelsen)

• Visit the Danish Business Authority Website

• Log in using your MitID.

• Follow the online instructions to register your sole proprietorship, providing your business details.

Step 3: Obtain a Central Business Registration Number (CVR Number)

Upon completing your registration, you’ll automatically receive a Central Business Register (CVR) number, which acts as your business’s unique identifier.

Step 4: Register for VAT (if applicable)

If your annual turnover exceeds DKK 50,000, you are required to register for VAT through SKAT (Danish Tax Agency).

💡 Pro Tip: VAT registration ensures compliance and allows you to deduct VAT on business-related expenses.

How to Register a Limited Liability Company (ApS) in Denmark for Coaches, Consultants, and Course Creators

An Anpartsselskab (ApS) is a more formal business structure offering limited liability, ideal for scaling or higher-risk operations. Here’s how to register a business in Denmark for coaches, consultants, and course creators under this structure:

Step 1: Draft Articles of Association (Vedtægter)

Prepare the Articles of Association, detailing your company’s:

• Purpose.

• Share distribution.

• Management structure.

💡 Pro Tip: Articles must be notarized by a Danish notary.

Step 2: Determine Shareholders and Share Capital

Establish the number of shareholders and contributions. The minimum share capital required is DKK 40,000.

Step 3: Notarize the Articles of Association

Have the Articles notarized by a certified notary in Denmark to ensure compliance.

Step 4: Open a Capital Account

Set up a business bank account and deposit the required share capital.

Step 5: Register with the Danish Business Authority

• Visit www.virk.dk to register your company.

• You’ll receive your Central Business Register (CVR) number upon completion.

Step 6: Register for VAT (if applicable)

If your turnover exceeds DKK 50,000, register for VAT with SKAT (Danish Tax Agency).

Step 7: Obtain a Corporate Tax Number (CVR Number)

Your CVR number also serves as your corporate tax identifier.

Step 8: Register for Income Tax and Employer Identification Number (SE Number)

If you plan to hire employees, register for income tax and obtain an SE number through SKAT.

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About the Author

Vena Verga-Danemar is a licensed lawyer turned legal and business trust engineer, the TrustWright, and founder of Legally She Can, based in Zurich.

Through Legally She Can, she helps founders and experts serving clients in Switzerland and the EU strengthen the legal setup behind their contracts, websites, client relationships, data, AI tools and business names.

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