Cost of living
With the cost of living on the rise in Denmark, it’s important to keep up to date with the latest news and advice. We regularly add new articles and update existing information as it changes so check back here regularly to get the latest advice and tips.
COMPARE: How expensive are fuel prices around Europe right now?
Fuel prices are rocketing around Europe but in some countries the cost of filling a tank is far higher than in others, partly because governments are taking different measures to tackle the crisis.
How much of Denmark's VAT cut on food will be reflected in prices?
Denmark's tax minister, Jakob Engel-Schmidt, predicts that the vast majority of the government's planned VAT cut on food will be passed on to consumers directly.
Danish PM confident VAT cut on food will be passed to consumers
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has said she remains confident that the government’s planned cut to VAT on food will be passed on to consumers, dismissing concerns that retailers might absorb some of the saving.
Which Danish supermarket is cheapest?
Madprisluppen, an independent grocery price-comparison service in Denmark, has completed another comparison on the average cost of groceries at 12 different supermarket chains. One chain in particular came out on top.
Six ways to save money on shopping in Denmark
Denmark is an expensive place to live, but if you know where to look you can save a lot of money on clothing, kids items and even power tools.
Major Danish supermarket company predicts higher food prices this year
Salling Group, which owns the Føtex, Bilka and Netto supermarkets, has warned that price hikes from suppliers could mean more expensive groceries this year.
Can Denmark respond to soaring fuel prices without a government?
While European countries implement political measures to counter high fuel prices caused by the war in the Middle East, are Denmark’s options limited by the fact it currently has an interim government?
How to save money on food and drink in Denmark
People in Denmark pay a lot for groceries, with the country’s 25 percent VAT on food among the highest in Europe. How can you lower your Danish food bill?
How to save money on fuel in Denmark when prices are high
The price of diesel and petrol in Denmark has increased significantly in recent weeks. A number of options are available to customers who want to limit the effects on their finances.
Denmark changes food cash assistance to prevent money going to deported persons
Denmark has announced an adjustment to rules relating to a tax-free payout which is designed to help with rising food prices this summer, to stop any money going to persons housed at deportation facilities.
Danish electricity price soars: How you can keep costs down
The unit cost of electricity for Danish customers on Tuesday could be more than ten times higher than last year’s average price.
Denmark confirms plan to cut VAT on food but not until 2028
Denmark’s government on Wednesday announced a political agreement that will cut VAT on food, but it will not take effect for another two years.
Denmark to give free cash to families and low income groups
Families, pensioners, unemployed persons and students are all set to benefit from a tax-free payout from the Danish state this summer, in a move designed to help with rising food prices.
Danish supermarkets say they are likely to reduce prices in 2026
Four in ten Danish supermarkets say they expect to offer lower prices to customers in the near future.
Is Denmark’s government going to cut VAT on food?
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says her preference is for a general cut to VAT on food in response to internal disagreements within the coalition government.
Danish government announces food voucher scheme for low-income groups
The Danish government has announced a new financial aid scheme for vulnerable groups in response to rising food prices.
Will Denmark’s 2026 budget really improve your finances?
Families with young children and seniors alike could make annual savings amounting to thousands of kroner under the 2026 budget, according to experts.
How much will Denmark’s new minimum electricity tax save you in 2026?
Denmark’s parliament on Wednesday adopted a reduction of electricity tax to the lowest permitted amount throughout 2026 and 2027. How much will it save the average household?
Denmark the most expensive country in the EU for second consecutive year
Denmark remains the most expensive country in the EU for purchasing consumer goods, national and EU statistics show.
Danish government party calls for VAT-free fruit and vegetables
The Moderate party, a partner in the coalition government, says it wants VAT to be removed from the price of vegetables despite the government saying last week there would be no VAT cuts on food before the election.
Why does food in Denmark still seem so expensive despite falling prices?
National data now shows that food has consistently fallen in price in Denmark over a four-month period. So why does everything still seem so expensive?
Inside Denmark: No cuts on food tax could be a disappointment all round
Our column Inside Denmark looks at the stories we’ve been talking about over the past week. Today, the announcement that there will be no further VAT reductions on food this side of the election.
No reduction on Danish food VAT before next election
Denmark’s government said on Thursday that it will not reduce VAT on any food products before the next parliamentary election, which is likely to take place in late 2026.