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Denmark · age 18

Legal Drinking Age Checker for Denmark

The legal drinking age in Denmark is age 18.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the legal drinking age in Denmark?

The legal drinking age in Denmark is 18. Drinks under 16.5% alcohol can be bought from 16; stronger drinks and spirits require 18.

Will I be asked for ID in Denmark?

Yes, especially if you're close to the minimum age of 18 — carry a valid passport, since a foreign driver's license isn't always accepted as proof of age.

Is the drinking age the same everywhere in Denmark?

Rules can vary between regions/states within a country — this reflects the national or most common standard for Denmark, so check locally if you're near the threshold.

Is this different from whether Denmark is a "dry" country?

Yes — this is specifically about the minimum legal age, not general alcohol availability or dry regions, which is a separate consideration.