{"id":1839,"date":"2026-04-28T15:58:53","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T13:58:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flexum.dk\/uncategorized\/set-up-an-aps-without-capital-is-it-possible-in-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-06-01T15:29:43","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T13:29:43","slug":"set-up-an-aps-without-capital-is-it-possible-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flexum.dk\/en\/company-formation\/set-up-an-aps-without-capital-is-it-possible-in-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Set up an ApS without capital \u2013 Is it possible in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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One of the most frequently asked questions among new entrepreneurs is:<\/p>

Can you set up an ApS without capital?<\/strong><\/p>

The short answer is no. A private limited company (ApS) still requires capital at incorporation. <\/p>

That said, you don\u2019t necessarily need to have the full amount in cash in your personal account. There are several legal ways to meet the capital requirement, and some of them can significantly reduce your need for cash. <\/p>

In this guide, we\u2019ll go through the 2026 rules, different financing options, and the solutions that can make it easier to start a business.<\/p>

What is the capital requirement for an ApS in 2026?<\/h2>

From 27 February 2025, the capital requirement for an ApS was reduced from DKK 40,000 to DKK 20,000.<\/p>

This means that in 2026 you generally need to provide:<\/p>