Denmark

🚗 Do tourists need a license to drive a car in Denmark?

No, tourists do not need a specific license to drive a car in Denmark if they hold a valid driving license issued by their home country.

🚓 Driver rules in Denmark

  • Speed limitations:
    • In built-up areas: 50 km/h
    • Outside built-up areas: 80 km/h
    • Motorways: 130 km/h
  • Mobile phone use:
    • Using a hand-held mobile phone while driving is prohibited
    • Hands-free devices are allowed, but it is recommended to only use them when necessary
  • Drunk driving:
    • The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is 0.5 g/l
    • For inexperienced drivers (held a driving license for less than 3 years) and professional drivers, the limit is 0.2 g/l
  • Insurance:
    • All drivers must have at least third-party liability insurance
    • It is recommended to have comprehensive insurance to cover damages to your own vehicle
  • Age limitations:
    • To obtain a car driving license, you must be at least 18 years old
    • For certain vehicles, such as motorcycles, the minimum age requirement may be higher