Electronic ID in Denmark - MitID

MitID uses a single log-in for all public and many private sector self-service solutions, and for your online bank. MitID is first and foremost an app for smartphones and tablets. If you are unable to use the MitID app, you can order a code viewer, a code reader or a chip. The code viewer and code reader are free, while the chip costs a small amount. You can read more about this in Danish or English at mitid.dk.

You can use MitID to log on to public sector self-service solutions in Denmark and a wide range of private sector self-service solutions. You can for example log on with MitID to the following self-service solutions:

• Digital post from the public sector (borger.dk)
• Filling in forms and the like (borger.dk)
• Applications for study programmes (optagelse.dk)
• Tax information (skat.dk)
• Pension information (pensionsinfo.dk)
• Health information (sundhed.dk)
• Your private Danish online bank

How can I get MitID?

You can obtain MitID in various ways: If you need MitID to log on to public self-service solutions, you must first have a Danish social security number. You can obtain MitID without a Danish social security number, but in that case you can only avail of a limited number of self-service solutions. It is possible for children aged 13 and 14 to get MitID. However, there may be services that 13-14 year olds cannot access even if they have MitID.

You can obtain MitID via a MitID app on your phone. For this, you will need your passport or ID card to activate your MitID. See mitid.dk for more information about how to obtain MitID with a passport or ID card.

If you do not have a phone or need help setting up MitID, you can get help from the Danish Citizen Service. Before you can obtain help from the Citizen Service, you will need to make an appointment. If you do not have a Danish social security number or have only just received one, it is a good idea to bring a witness along. At mitid.dk you can read about how to get help from the Citizen Service, how to book an appointment, and what to bring with you.

You can also read more about what to do if you are a foreign citizen, or live outside Denmark, and wish to get MitID.

You can contact MitID Support for help with MitID.