Tools
Επικύρωση Αριθμού EORI Δανίας (Toldstyrelsen — DMS)
Validate Danish Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) numbers directly against official customs registries. Verify whether a Danish DK EORI number is valid and active for import, export, DMS declarations, Port of Aarhus container shipping, Copenhagen Airport Kastrup air cargo, and Nordic transit compliance.
What is a Danish EORI number (DK) and who needs one?
A Danish EORI number (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) is a unique customs identifier assigned by Toldstyrelsen (the Danish Customs Agency under Skatteforvaltningen) to businesses and traders conducting customs activities in Denmark and across the European Union.
Under Union Customs Code (UCC) Article 9, an active DK EORI number is mandatory for customs clearance when importing goods from or exporting goods to non-EU countries (such as the UK, Norway, Switzerland, China, or the USA). In Denmark, this is essential for maritime container freight at Port of Aarhus (Aarhus Havn), offshore and North Sea logistics at Port of Esbjerg, multimodal logistics in Fredericia, air freight at Copenhagen Airport (CPH Kastrup), and cross-border transit via the Great Belt and Fehmarn Belt corridors. Without an active EORI, declarations cannot be lodged in Denmark’s DMS (Declaration Management System).
Danish EORI vs. Danish CVR / Momsnummer
Businesses in Denmark frequently ask about the relationship between the Danish CVR number (Momsnummer / VAT) and the EORI identifier:
Danish CVR / Momsnummer (Erhvervsstyrelsen / Skattestyrelsen)
Assigned by Erhvervsstyrelsen for domestic corporate registration and VAT. Format: DK followed by 8 digits (e.g. DK12345678). Having an active CVR registration alone does not automatically activate customs import/export permissions.
Danish EORI Number (Toldstyrelsen / EU EOS)
Activated specifically for international customs declarations. For Danish companies, the format matches DK + 8-digit CVR number, but it must be formally registered as an importer/exporter on Virk.dk and synchronized with the EU EOS database to be accepted in DMS.
Danish businesses apply for customs registration online via Virk.dk. Non-EU traders without a permanent establishment in Denmark apply for an EORI number through Toldstyrelsen when Denmark is their first port of entry into the European Union.
Gateway to Scandinavia and Nordic Supply Chains
Strategically connecting continental Europe with the Nordic region, Denmark is a key logistics conduit for Scandinavian trade. Pre-validating Danish EORI numbers prevents port demurrage at Aarhus Havn and clearance holds at Kastrup air cargo terminals.
Frequently Asked Questions about Danish EORI Numbers
Is a Danish EORI number the same as a Danish CVR number?
Structurally yes: the EORI number is formed by prefixing the 8-digit CVR-nummer with DK (e.g. DK12345678). However, having a registered CVR does not automatically activate customs permissions — the entity must register as an importer or exporter on Virk.dk.
Can I validate a Danish EORI number by entering only the 8-digit CVR?
Yes. Our validator automatically recognizes 8-digit Danish CVR numbers and prepends the DK country prefix to query the official EU EOS database.
How and where do I apply for a Danish EORI number?
Applications are submitted online through Virk.dk (Erhvervsstyrelsen and Toldstyrelsen). Registration is electronic and free of charge.
How can logistics providers and ERP systems automate Danish EORI validation?
VIESAC provides enterprise REST API integration and automated bulk checks for logistics operators, air cargo forwarders, and ERP systems. Contact us at support@viesac.eu.