https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Denmark in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Rental scams can be a huge issue for foreigners in Denmark's larger cities, where the rental market is competitive and prices are high. What can you do if you think you've been scammed? https://www.thelocal.dk/20260326/how-to-get-legal-help-for-rental-issues-in-denmark Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:49:51 +0100 how-to-get-legal-help-for-rental-issues-in-denmark Getting along with your neighbours is essential if you want an easy life - but there are a some house rules in Denmark that you may not even know you're breaking. https://www.thelocal.dk/20240305/eight-ways-you-will-accidentally-annoy-your-danish-neighbours Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:44:49 +0100 eight-ways-you-will-accidentally-annoy-your-danish-neighbours Local authorities in major Danish cities like Copenhagen and Aarhus are set to get more powers to stop illegal short-term rentals on platforms such as Airbnb. https://www.thelocal.dk/20260122/copenhagen-and-aarhus-could-crack-down-illegal-home-rentals-with-new-rules Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:55:43 +0100 copenhagen-and-aarhus-could-crack-down-illegal-home-rentals-with-new-rules Terminating a rental contract in Denmark is a common yet strictly regulated process, and as a tenant, you need to be aware of both your rights and responsibilities if you decide to terminate your lease. https://www.thelocal.dk/20231214/explained-how-to-get-out-of-a-rental-contract-in-denmark Thu, 14 Dec 2023 17:51:24 +0100 explained-how-to-get-out-of-a-rental-contract-in-denmark A rule on the maximum cost for construction of social housing could be changed in a move the government says will increase the supply of affordable rental homes. https://www.thelocal.dk/20251103/danish-government-could-change-construction-law-in-bid-to-boost-affordable-housing Mon, 03 Nov 2025 16:17:52 +0100 danish-government-could-change-construction-law-in-bid-to-boost-affordable-housing Housing must be made cheaper in and around Copenhagen, the mayors of 17 regional municipalities have said in a joint statement ahead of local elections. https://www.thelocal.dk/20251031/danish-city-mayors-demand-cheaper-housing-ahead-of-local-elections Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:48:25 +0100 danish-city-mayors-demand-cheaper-housing-ahead-of-local-elections The left wing party Red-Green Alliance (Enhedslisten) wants to introduce a cap on rental rates for housing in Copenhagen. https://www.thelocal.dk/20250916/copenhagen-mayor-hopeful-calls-for-cap-on-rent-in-danish-capital Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:20:30 +0200 copenhagen-mayor-hopeful-calls-for-cap-on-rent-in-danish-capital Foreign nationals who own a home in Denmark may choose to rent out their property either on platforms such as AirBnB or privately, for instance if they are spending an extended period abroad. Here are the tax rules you need to know. https://www.thelocal.dk/20250911/the-danish-tax-rules-you-need-to-know-if-renting-out-your-home Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:57:18 +0200 the-danish-tax-rules-you-need-to-know-if-renting-out-your-home There are regulations in place in Denmark designed to prevent tenants from paying unfair amounts in rent. Where can you find out about them and apply them to your own situation? https://www.thelocal.dk/20250806/renting-in-denmark-how-do-i-know-if-im-being-charged-fairly Wed, 06 Aug 2025 18:27:08 +0200 renting-in-denmark-how-do-i-know-if-im-being-charged-fairly Tenants are generally well protected by Danish laws when it comes to landlords’ rights to cancel rental contracts. But it is worth knowing when exceptions can apply. https://www.thelocal.dk/20250606/explained-when-can-a-landlord-cancel-your-rental-contract-in-denmark Fri, 06 Jun 2025 17:19:29 +0200 explained-when-can-a-landlord-cancel-your-rental-contract-in-denmark Almost a quarter of Denmark’s population has lived in the same home for over 20 years, while people in one part of the country tend to stay put a lot longer than elsewhere. https://www.thelocal.dk/20250402/where-in-denmark-do-people-live-the-longest-without-moving Wed, 02 Apr 2025 19:12:30 +0200 where-in-denmark-do-people-live-the-longest-without-moving Residents of Denmark can in some cases apply for ‘boligstøtte’ (“housing support”), a reduction on their monthly rent. https://www.thelocal.dk/20220518/boligstotte-who-can-claim-help-to-pay-rent-in-denmark Wed, 18 May 2022 18:44:21 +0200 boligstotte-who-can-claim-help-to-pay-rent-in-denmark Denmark’s housing ministry has confirmed an official English version of the authorised rental contract will be made available, making it easier for many foreign tenants to understand their contracts. https://www.thelocal.dk/20241210/denmark-to-introduce-english-version-of-official-rental-contract Tue, 10 Dec 2024 14:01:22 +0100 denmark-to-introduce-english-version-of-official-rental-contract If you’re new to renting a home in Denmark, it can be hard to know exactly what laws are in place to protect you, and how. Here’s a guide to the most important points. https://www.thelocal.dk/20241128/what-laws-are-there-to-protect-tenants-in-denmark Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:01:49 +0100 what-laws-are-there-to-protect-tenants-in-denmark Some 35,000 people in Denmark changed their address on August 1st 2023, with the high number likely to be repeated this year. https://www.thelocal.dk/20240801/why-august-1st-is-denmarks-busiest-day-for-moving-house Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:18:56 +0200 why-august-1st-is-denmarks-busiest-day-for-moving-house Police in Denmark have advised new students to be alert to scams when looking for rented accommodation. https://www.thelocal.dk/20240731/danish-police-warn-students-against-housing-scams Wed, 31 Jul 2024 13:09:42 +0200 danish-police-warn-students-against-housing-scams New students starting university courses this autumn face increasing difficulty in securing affordable housing, particularly in capital city Copenhagen. https://www.thelocal.dk/20240726/copenhagens-students-face-dire-lack-of-options-due-to-housing-shortage Fri, 26 Jul 2024 16:04:22 +0200 copenhagens-students-face-dire-lack-of-options-due-to-housing-shortage The rent landlords can charge you in Denmark is mostly -- but not entirely -- regulated. It's complicated. Here's how the system works. https://www.thelocal.dk/20240515/explained-the-four-ways-your-rent-can-be-regulated-in-denmark Wed, 15 May 2024 17:10:50 +0200 explained-the-four-ways-your-rent-can-be-regulated-in-denmark Alex Dagil, the serial entrepreneur behind the company Rent Hero has helped over a thousand foreigners in Denmark challenge excess rents. He explained to The Local why expats are targeted and why he won't take on every case. https://www.thelocal.dk/20240521/landlords-who-want-to-charge-excess-rent-in-denmark-target-expats Tue, 21 May 2024 17:53:58 +0200 landlords-who-want-to-charge-excess-rent-in-denmark-target-expats The BoligPortal platform, on which would-be tenants can search and apply for rental properties across Denmark, has registered profits over 100 million kroner for the first time. https://www.thelocal.dk/20240408/danish-rental-housing-platform-gets-record-profit Mon, 08 Apr 2024 14:39:08 +0200 danish-rental-housing-platform-gets-record-profit