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The international dialing code for Denmark is +45. Denmark uses a streamlined 8-digit closed numbering plan, which means all domestic phone numbers (landline and mobile) have eight digits and do not use traditional geographic area codes. When calling Denmark from outside the country, you must dial your international exit code, followed by 45, and then the full 8-digit local number.
This article details the correct dialing format, time zone, and provides tips for calling Copenhagen and other Danish regions.
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Location and Phone Number Structure
Denmark’s telephone system is simplified, as all numbers are uniform in length regardless of their location within the country.
Primary Location and Time Zone
- Country: Denmark (Kingdom of Denmark, excluding autonomous regions like Greenland and the Faroe Islands).
- Continent:
- Time Zone: Central European Time (CET/CEST). Denmark observes DST.
- Winter: UTC+1 (Central European Standard Time – CET)
- Summer: UTC+2 (Central European Daylight Time – CEST)
Danish Phone Number Format
- Uniform Length: All Danish phone numbers are 8 digits long (e.g., 32 12 34 56).
- No Area Codes: Since the country operates under a closed numbering plan, no city or regional area codes (like those in the U.S. or U.K.) are needed. The first digit of the 8-digit number may indicate whether it is a landline or mobile, but you dial the entire 8-digit number domestically.
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How to Call Denmark from Abroad
To successfully place an international call to Denmark, you must use your country’s international access code and the +45 country code.
International Dialing Format (from US/Canada)
| Step | Digits | Notes | Example (Calling Copenhagen) |
| 1. International Exit Code | 011 (or + on a mobile phone) | Required to dial out of the US/Canada. | 011 |
| 2. Denmark Country Code | 45 | The code for Denmark. | 011 45 |
| 3. Danish Phone Number | 8 digits | The complete 8-digit number (no area code needed). | 011 45 XX XX XXXX |
Important: For convenience, using the + symbol on your mobile phone automatically replaces the exit code (e.g., dial +45 8-digit number).
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Calling Danish Territories
The Kingdom of Denmark includes two autonomous regions that do not use the +45 country code. They have their own unique codes:
- Greenland: Country Code +299.
- Faroe Islands: Country Code +298.
When calling either of these territories, you must use their respective country codes instead of +45.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does Copenhagen have an area code?
No. Copenhagen, like all of Denmark, does not use a geographic area code. You must dial the full 8-digit number when calling Copenhagen from abroad after dialing the +45 country code.
Is the +45 country code associated with scams?
Any international code can be used in scams. The most common fraud is the “one-ring” scam, where a caller hangs up quickly, hoping you call back and incur premium international charges. If you receive an unexpected call from +45, do not call it back unless you are expecting contact from Denmark.
What is the emergency number in Denmark?
The universal emergency number in Denmark for Police, Fire, and Ambulance services is 112.
