Identity documents and certificates Danish passport Identity card You can use an identity card as an identity document if you do not have a passport or a driving licence. Request a certificate of residence/marital status If you need to document your current or former address, you can ask us to print a certificate of residence for you. We can also add your marital status, your citizenship, and former names to the certificate. CPR, registration and documents CPR number Everyone who lives in Denmark is required to have a civil registration number called a CPR number. Identity documents and certificates Find out more on how you can apply for identity documents and certificates. Marriage Learn more about getting married in Copenhagen here. Divorce Learn more about registering a divorce that took place abroad here. Death Learn more about registering a death that occured abroad here. CPR, registration and documents Learn more about getting your CPR number, yellow health card, and other important documents. Housing Finding a place to live is key to obtaining a CPR number. Read about recycling and fundamental supplies as water, gas, heating and electricity. Healthcare Your yellow health card (sundhedskort) gives you access to the Danish healthcare system. Culture and leisure There are many opportunities to live an engaged, social and active life that balances cultural and leisure activities in Copenhagen. Online self-services As a resident in Copenhagen, you can use online self-services to order a MitID, receive Digital Post and much more. Childcare and school You have several options when it comes to childcare, schooling and after school care in Copenhagen. Learn Danish If you are 18, live in Denmark and have a CPR number, you are eligible for Danish courses offered by your local municipality. Transport and parking Find out various ways you get around by public transport, biking or driving in Copenhagen. Report to the authorities Contact the right authorities if you want to report a crime, an emergency or other problems in the City of Copenhagen.
