As an expat in Denmark, you may need to convert your driver’s license—Relocare can assist with this for both you and your family. Driving in Denmark is generally easy, but local rules and behavior must be understood. Importing a car is possible but expensive due to high taxes. You’ll receive guidance on importing, leasing, or buying a car based on your needs. Support is also offered for parking rules, alcohol laws, and public transport options. Relocare helps ensure a smooth start to driving and settling in Denmark.
Traffic in Denmark may seem like a piece of cake, if you’re used to London, Calcutta, Rome or Nairobi. Still the cars hit hard and you have to be tuned into the Danish way of driving.
Each country has its own code of conduct in driving. We will inform you about the Danish way and supply you with maps for your convenience when relocating to Denmark.
Each country has its own code of conduct in driving. We will inform you about the Danish way and supply you with maps for your convenience when relocating to Denmark.
If your driver’s license is not valid in Denmark, we’ll help you get a new one or getting the old one validated when moving to Denmark. Of cause the same goes for your spouse and other family members wanting to drive a car in Denmark.
In Denmark you have to be 18 to get a drivers’ license.
Relocating your car is possible, but the Danish taxes are high, and it can be very costly to bring your car with you. We will assist you, in finding the solution that fits you the best when relocating for a shorter period as well as taking a permanent stay in Denmark.
We will also help you to file for import of your vehicle, and to apply for a permission to drive your car in Denmark for a given period of time, if possible.
Based on your wishes and budget we will also take you on a guided tour, and present you with different possibilities when purchasing or leasing a car in Denmark.
We will inform you about the Danish parking system and also on the strict Danish policies on alcohol and driving.
Moreover, Denmark boast of an extensive net of public transportation. Please see the public transport section for alternatives to a private vehicle.
Relocating to Denmark as an expat does not have to be a challenge, and in most cases expats moving here, find that all is ready for their arrival, when both expat and company has been guided by Relocare.
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