New INTRASTAT requirements in Denmark

Intrastat is a statistical system used to monitor the trade of goods between European Union countries. In Denmark, as in other EU member states, Intrastat allows the Danish statistical office (Statistics Denmark) to track the flow of goods without the need for customs documentation within the EU.
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Who Must Submit Intrastat Declarations in Denmark?
This obligation applies to companies registered in Denmark that engage in intra-EU trade – meaning they import or export goods to or from other EU countries – and exceed certain value thresholds for either imports or exports.

Intrastat declarations are not required from all businesses – only from those that surpass the designated annual limits (detailed in the next section). Once a company reaches this turnover level, it must begin reporting from the month in which the threshold is crossed.

📌 Key Points:

  • Intrastat = mandatory reporting of goods trade with EU countries

  • Applies only to businesses that exceed import or export thresholds

  • The system supplements VAT data but operates independently of tax reporting

Intrastat thresholds in Denmark for 2024 and 2025

To determine whether your company must submit Intrastat declarations in Denmark, two key value thresholds apply – one for imports and one for exports.

Starting in 2024, new, higher thresholds were introduced and will remain in effect for 2025 as well.

Current Intrastat thresholds in Denmark:

  • Import of goods (Arrivals): DKK 41 million per year

  • Export of goods (Dispatches): DKK 11.3 million per year

When does the Intrastat reporting obligation begin?

If a company exceeds either threshold (for imports or exports), it must begin filing declarations from the month in which the threshold was crossed – not at the end of the year or the following month.

Why is this important?

  • Crossing the thresholds triggers an immediate obligation to register and report in the Intrastat system

  • Even a single large transaction can activate the reporting requirement

Intrastat submission deadlines in Denmark

Companies that exceed the Intrastat thresholds are required to regularly submit monthly declarations. Adhering to deadlines is crucial, as delays can result in administrative penalties from Statistics Denmark.

Main submission deadline

Intrastat declarations must be submitted by the 10th day of the month following the reporting month.
For example, data for March must be submitted no later than April 10.

Different deadlines for different companies

Statistics Denmark categorizes businesses into two groups based on their trade volume:

  • Companies with higher trade volumes are required to submit reports earlier.

  • Companies with lower trade volumes may be allowed later deadlines.

This classification is automatically assigned based on official data. Businesses do not need to apply, but they must be aware of their group and follow the appropriate deadline.

What happens if you’re late?

Failure to submit declarations on time may lead to:

  • Warnings from Statistics Denmark

  • Potential administrative fines

  • Risk of additional inspections or audits

Registration and obligations of companies in the Intrastat system in Denmark

Any company registered in Denmark that exceeds the Intrastat thresholds (for both imports and exports) is required to register in the Intrastat system operated by Statistics Denmark.

When to register

The obligation to register arises immediately after exceeding the annual thresholds, which are:

  • DKK 41 million in imports

  • DKK 11.3 million in exports

Registration must take place in the same month the threshold is crossed.

How to register for the Intrastat system in Denmark

Registration is completed online via the Statistics Denmark platform. Once registered, the company receives access to the Intrastat reporting system and is assigned a personalized reporting schedule.

Obligations after registration

  • Submit Intrastat declarations monthly, according to the assigned deadline

  • Submit VAT returns in parallel – the Intrastat system does not replace tax declarations but complements them

  • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of data – incorrect reports may require corrections or lead to additional contact with the authority

Registration in the Intrastat system is not optional – it is a legal requirement under both EU and Danish regulations. Failing to comply may result in penalties and delays in your company’s tax processing.

What has changed and who should care?

As of 2024, Denmark has introduced higher value thresholds for the Intrastat system, directly impacting the reporting obligations of businesses. In practice, this means that fewer companies now need to submit Intrastat declarations – especially those with lower intra-EU trade volumes.

What exactly has changed?

  • The import threshold increased from DKK 22 million to DKK 41 million

  • The export threshold rose from DKK 11 million to DKK 11.3 million

Thanks to these changes, many smaller businesses have been exempted from reporting duties, reducing administrative burdens and simplifying daily operations.

Who are these changes especially important for?

  • E-commerce businesses – often involved in small-scale cross-border sales can now avoid monthly reporting as long as they stay below the new thresholds

  • Seasonal importers and exporters – who may need to monitor trade volumes closely due to fluctuating activity

  • Startups and SMEs – that are expanding into international markets but have not yet reached high turnover levels

For companies nearing these new thresholds, it’s important to regularly monitor their trade volumes, as exceeding a threshold in just one month triggers an immediate reporting obligation.

Where to find information about Intrastat in Denmark

If your company engages in intra-EU trade and you want to ensure full compliance with Intrastat requirements in Denmark, it’s essential to rely on trusted, official sources.

Official source: Statistics Denmark

The most reliable and up-to-date source of information on Intrastat is the Danish national statistics office – Statistics Denmark. This institution:

  • Manages company registrations in the Intrastat system

  • Publishes current thresholds and deadlines

  • Provides detailed guidance on how to file declarations

Official website:

👉 www.dst.dk

On the site, you’ll find:

  • Step-by-step guides

  • Forms and access to the online reporting platform

  • Contact information for the Intrastat department

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