Cost of studying in Denmark

Denmark is an expensive country – but the standard of living is among the highest in the world. However, if you are sensible and follow local habits and economise – such as cycling to university and eating at home – life in Denmark shouldn’t blow your budget.

You will need to bring enough money or a credit card for the first few weeks of your stay in Denmark. For example, you will need enough cash to pay the rent and deposit on your accommodation – as well as to buy housewares for your new room. Make sure you can use your credit card in Denmark. Check your cash withdrawal limit. If you are already a customer of a large international bank you should soon be able to transfer money directly from your home account to your Danish bank account. You can also transfer money from your Danish account to your home account. Transfer may take a few days and will most probably cost you a fee. For further information, please contact your bank.

"Nemkonto" - the public payment system

You need to register your Danish bank account with the Danish tax authority as a  'Nemkonto' (i.e. an ‘easy account’), which will allow public authorities to make direct payments to you – like wages, tax rebates or maintenance payments. Seek advice from your Danish bank.

Cost of living

In terms of living expenses then these will depend on your lifestyle and habits. But to give you an idea of average monthly expenses here is a rough budget:

Price examples

• Purchase of second-hand bicycle: 250 – 1,000 DKK
• Cinema ticket: 80 DKK
• Dining out: 200 DKK
• Nightclub entrance: 0 – 100 DKK
• Beer or a soft drink at a bar/café: 30 – 50 DKK
• Beer or a soft drink from the supermarket: 5 – 15 DKK
• Coffee at a café: 25 – 40 DKK

The Danish currency

The Danish currency is called kroner (DKK)

• 1 krone is divided into 100 øre
• 1 euro is approximately 7.5 kroner
• 1 US dollar is approximately 6 kroner
• 1 UK pound sterling is approximately 9.5 kroner