{"id":1876,"date":"2026-04-28T15:03:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T13:03:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flexum.dk\/uncategorized\/how-do-you-get-a-cvr-number-a-guide-to-becoming-cvr-registered\/"},"modified":"2026-06-10T12:01:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T10:01:01","slug":"how-do-you-get-a-cvr-number-a-guide-to-becoming-cvr-registered","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flexum.dk\/en\/company-formation\/how-do-you-get-a-cvr-number-a-guide-to-becoming-cvr-registered\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you get a CVR number? A guide to becoming CVR-registered"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1876\" class=\"elementor elementor-1876 elementor-476\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f0275b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5f0275b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64ee870 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"64ee870\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"text-xl text-foreground font-medium mb-8 leading-relaxed\"><b>Learn how to get a CVR number for your business. We walk you through the process step by step\u2014from choosing a business type to registering on Virk.dk. <\/b><\/p><div class=\"prose prose-lg max-w-none\"><p>If you want to start a business in Denmark, one of the first things you need is a CVR number. When a business becomes CVR-registered, it means it is officially registered in the Danish business register and can therefore operate legally. <\/p><p>But how do you actually get a CVR number?<br>In this guide, we go through the process step by step, so you know exactly how your business becomes CVR-registered.<\/p><h2>What is a CVR number?<\/h2><p>A CVR number is a unique identification number assigned to businesses in Denmark.<\/p><p>CVR stands for the Central Business Register, and the register is administered by the Danish Business Authority.<\/p><p>When a business becomes CVR-registered, it is entered into this register, and a range of information becomes publicly available.<\/p><p>This includes, among other things:<\/p><ul><li>the business name<\/li><li>address<\/li><li>industry<\/li><li>start date<\/li><li>ownership structure<\/li><li>management (for companies)<\/li><\/ul><p>The CVR number is used, among other things, for:<\/p><ul><li>invoicing<\/li><li>tax and VAT<\/li><li>banking relationships<\/li><li>contracts<\/li><\/ul><h2>When do you need a CVR number?<\/h2><p>You need a CVR number if you operate a business in Denmark.<\/p><p>This typically applies if:<\/p><ul><li>you sell goods or services<\/li><li>the business is intended to make money<\/li><li>you need to register for VAT<\/li><li>you hire employees<\/li><li>you set up a company such as <a href=\"https:\/\/flexum.dk\/virksomhedsoprettelse\/\">an ApS or A\/S<\/a><\/li><\/ul><p>When the business is registered, it becomes CVR-registered, and you receive a CVR number.<\/p><h2>How do you get a CVR number?<\/h2><p>To get a CVR number, the business must be registered via Virk.dk.<\/p><p>The process is digital and usually takes only a few minutes.<\/p><p>Here are the typical steps.<\/p><h3>1. Choose a business type<\/h3><p>Before you register the business, you must choose what type of business you want to start.<\/p><p>The most common are:<\/p><p><strong>Sole proprietorship<\/strong><br\/>The simplest business type. The owner is personally liable for the business\u2019s debts. <\/p><p><strong>Private limited company (ApS)<\/strong><br\/>An independent legal entity with limited liability. Read more about how to set up an ApS. <\/p><p><strong>Public limited company (A\/S)<\/strong><br\/>Typically used for larger businesses.<\/p><p>When the business is set up, it becomes CVR-registered.<\/p><h3>2. Register the business on Virk<\/h3><p>When you register the business, you must provide:<\/p><ul><li>business name<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/flexum.dk\/en\/virtual-office\/\">address<\/a><\/li><li>industry<\/li><li>start date<\/li><li>owner details<\/li><\/ul><p>Once the registration is approved, the business becomes CVR-registered.<\/p><h3>3. Get your CVR number<\/h3><p>Once the registration is completed, the business is assigned a CVR number.<\/p><p>This number will be used going forward for all official matters.<\/p><p>The CVR number must, among other things, appear on:<\/p><ul><li>invoices<\/li><li>contracts<\/li><li>the company\u2019s website<\/li><\/ul><h2>How long does it take to get a CVR number?<\/h2><p>The time depends on what type of business you set up.<\/p><p>Typically:<\/p><p><strong>Sole proprietorship<\/strong><br\/>Often registered the same day.<\/p><p><strong>ApS<\/strong><br\/>May take a little longer, as company documents must be prepared and registration completed with the Danish Business Authority. You can set up an ApS with Lunar for an easy and fast process. <\/p><h2>What does it cost to get a CVR number?<\/h2><p>The costs depend on the business type.<\/p><p><strong>Sole proprietorship<\/strong><br\/>Registration is usually free.<\/p><p><strong>ApS<\/strong><br\/>A registration fee must be paid to the Danish Business Authority and share capital must be contributed. See current prices for company formation. <\/p><p><strong>A\/S<\/strong><br\/>Requires higher capital and a registration fee.<\/p><h2>What happens when the business becomes CVR-registered?<\/h2><p>When the business is CVR-registered, it can officially operate.<\/p><p>This means, among other things, that the business can:<\/p><ul><li>issue invoices<\/li><li>open a business bank account<\/li><li>enter into contracts<\/li><li>register for VAT<\/li><li>hire employees<\/li><\/ul><p>At the same time, the CVR number becomes the business\u2019s official identification.<\/p><h2>Can you get a CVR number without starting a business?<\/h2><p>No.<\/p><p>A CVR number is only issued to businesses and organisations that are registered in the Central Business Register.<\/p><p>Therefore, you will always need to register a business to obtain a CVR number.<\/p><h2>How do you check whether a business is CVR-registered?<\/h2><p>If you want to check whether a business is CVR-registered, you can search the public register.<\/p><p>Here you can find information about the business if it is registered.<\/p><p>Among other things, you can see:<\/p><ul><li>the company\u2019s address<\/li><li>industry<\/li><li>ownership structure<\/li><li>start date<\/li><\/ul><h2>CVR registered \u2013 the first step to starting a business<\/h2><p>Becoming CVR-registered is the first step for most entrepreneurs in Denmark.<\/p><p>Registration gives the business an official identity and makes it possible to operate legally.<\/p><p>Once the business is CVR-registered, it can start operating in the market and build customers, partners, and growth.<\/p><p>Do you need help to <a href=\"https:\/\/flexum.dk\/en\/company-formation\/\">set up a business with Flexum<\/a>? We support you all the way from formation to a <a href=\"https:\/\/flexum.dk\/en\/virtual-office\/\">business address<\/a>. <\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to get a CVR number for your business. We walk you through the process step by step\u2014from choosing a business type to registering on Virk.dk. If you want to start a business in Denmark, one of the first things you need is a CVR number. 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