How to Register for the Danish Citizenship Test - Step by Step

How to Register for the Danish Citizenship Test

Registration for the Danish citizenship test is done digitally through borger.dk. Below is the full process, from prerequisites to confirmation.

Before You Register

Before starting the registration process, make sure you have the following:

Checklist

• MitID: You need an active MitID to log in to borger.dk
• CPR number: You need a valid Danish CPR number
• Danish address: You must be registered as living in Denmark
• Payment card: Dankort, Visa, or Mastercard for the fee payment
• Test center preference: Consider which test center suits you best

Do Not Have MitID?

If you do not yet have MitID, you need to obtain it before you can register:

1. Through your bank: Most banks offer MitID activation
2. Through citizen service (borgerservice): Visit in person with valid ID
3. Online: Order MitID via mitid.dk if you already have NemID

Important: MitID activation can take several days, so start well before the registration deadline.

Step-by-Step Registration Guide

Step 1: Log in to borger.dk

1. Go to borger.dk
2. Click "Log ind" (Log in) in the upper right corner
3. Select MitID as your login method
4. Complete MitID verification (app or code display)

Step 2: Find the Registration Page

1. Search for "indfodsretsproven" in the search field, or
2. Navigate to "Udlaendinge" (Foreigners) > "Statsborgerskab" (Citizenship) > "Indfodsretsproven"
3. Click "Tilmeld dig indfodsretsproven" (Register for the citizenship test)

Step 3: Fill in the Registration Form

1. Confirm your personal details: Name, CPR number, and address are pulled automatically
2. Choose test session: Summer session (June) or winter session (November/December)
3. Choose test center: Select from approved test centers across Denmark

Step 4: Choose Test Center

There are approved test centers throughout Denmark:

Tip: Choose a test center close to your home to minimize travel time and stress on test day.

Step 5: Pay the Fee

1. The fee is 946 DKK (approximately 127 EUR)
2. Payment is made with a payment card (Dankort, Visa, or Mastercard)
3. Follow the on-screen payment instructions
4. Wait for payment confirmation

Step 6: Receive Confirmation

1. You will receive a registration confirmation via Digital Post (e-Boks or mit.dk)
2. The confirmation includes: test date, test center, time, and practical information
3. Save the confirmation — you may need it on test day

Important Deadlines

Missing the registration deadline means waiting until the next test session:

Tip: Register as soon as registration opens. Popular test centers can fill up quickly.

After Registration

What Happens Next?

1. Prepare thoroughly: You typically have 4-6 weeks from registration to the test. Read our preparation guide
2. Check Digital Post: Any changes or additional information will be sent via Digital Post
3. Plan test day: Check travel time to your test center and ensure you have valid photo ID

Practical Information for Test Day

• Arrive at least 30 minutes before the test starts
• Bring valid photo ID: Passport, driver's license, or residence permit with photo
• No aids allowed: You may not bring phone, notes, dictionary, or electronics
• Everything is provided: Question and answer sheets are handed out at the center

Official Contact Information

For questions about registration:

• SIRI (Agency for International Recruitment and Integration): Responsible for test administration
• Borger.dk support: Technical help with login and registration
• MitID support: Help with MitID issues

Find contact details at uim.dk under the citizenship test section.

Next Steps

1. Check test dates and deadlines for the current session
2. Get MitID if you do not already have it
3. Start your preparation well in advance
4. Register via borger.dk as soon as registration opens
5. Take a free practice test on Borgerklar to assess your level