Opening a limited company, such as an anpartsselskab (ApS), can be quite challenging. In Denmark, the ApS is the most common type of company. It’s similar to a Limited Company and offers limited liability with a relatively low requirement for share capital. To start an Anpartsselskab, you need a minimum share capital of DKK 40,000. So, learning how to open a limited company, specifically an anpartsselskab, is crucial for aspiring entrepreneurs in Denmark.

In the following you will get to know all the basic of how to open a limited company (ApS)

• Minimum Required Share Capital: DKK 40,000
• Owner Can Be a Person or Company, or Both
• Need a Danish Mailing Address
• Must Have at Least 1 Director

Minimum Required Share Capital: DKK 40,000

Learning how to open a limited company in Denmark involves investing DKK 40,000 as share capital. This amount, once deposited, becomes accessible for company expenses like bills and leases. Although the capital isn’t directly withdrawable, you can retrieve it through dividends or salary after forming the company.

In practice, this sum must be deposited into a lawyer’s client account to validate the presence of share capital before the company’s formation. Only certain professionals, including lawyers, have the authority to verify this capital. Thus, having someone capable of confirming the share capital is crucial when setting up a company in Denmark.

Owner Can Be a Person or Company, or Both

In a limited company (Anpartsselskab), the owner can be a person or a company. Foreign individuals and companies are also permitted to own shares in Danish companies. A minimum of one owner is required for a Limited Company (ApS), whether it’s an individual or a company. Additionally, a limited company can have multiple owners, including combinations like one person and a company, two companies, two individuals, and more.

Need a Danish Mailing Address

When running a limited company in Denmark, you need to have a physical mailing address. This address is important because authorities often send official letters by mail. Some messages might also come to your digital inbox on mit.dk. You don’t have to own a physical office in Denmark to fulfill this rule. You can rent an address, like one from an ‘office hotel.’ Another option is to get a mailing address from our Partners at a low cost.

Must Have at Least 1 Director

In a limited company (ApS/Anpartsselskab), you need at least one director to manage it. But you have the option to appoint two or more directors or create an executive board if you prefer. The director(s) you choose will be listed in the CVR register held by The Danish Business Authorities. This director is in charge of running the company day-to-day and making important decisions for its future.