Tolls in Denmark
Seamless mobility throughout Denmark
Seamless mobility throughout Denmark
Denmark charges a fee for heavy goods vehicles weighing 12 tonnes or over on motorways and trunk roads. Buses are exempt from the charge. Payment is made via an authorised EETS toll settlement device or a digital KmToll ticket.
As well as the heavy goods vehicle toll, there are charges for specific sections of road such as the Storebælt Bridge and the Øresund Bridge to Sweden. These charges are not included in the KmToll tariffs. Further information can be found below.
The toll system in Denmark
Important changes to the ‘vignette’ or annual road disc for Denmark:
On 1 January 2025, Denmark switched from the Eurovignette to a kilometre-based HGV toll. This means that a Eurovignette is no longer valid in Denmark after 31 December 2024. More information can be found under Road Pricing (vejafgifter.dk).
Eurovignettes continue to be used in the member states of Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Sweden. More information can be found under Road Pricing (vejafgifter.dk).
How are tolls collected?
Open systemElectronic system with GNSS technology. Toll fees are calculated based on:
- weight
- CO2 emissions class
- number of environmental zones crossed
- Weight, CO2 emissions class and, where applicable, environmental zone(s) crossed
Weight
The toll takes into account a vehicle’s weight class. The determining factor is the technically permissible maximum laden mass (tzGm) of the towing vehicle. Buses are exempt from tolls. Vehicle trailers are subject to tolls if the permissible maximum laden mass of the towing vehicle is 12 tonnes or more. The vehicle or vehicle trailer is classified into one of the following weight categories based on the permissible maximum laden mass of the towing vehicle:- 12,000 – 17,999 kg
- 18,000 – 32,000 kg
- > 32,000 kg
Environmental zones
Environmental zones include Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Odense, Aarhus and Aalborg.
Vehicles must comply with Danish environmental zone laws to drive within them. Otherwise, you’ll risk a fine.
If you drive an older diesel-powered truck weighing over 3.5 tonnes, it must be fitted with a particulate filter or meet EURO 6 standards. You can find out more about truck regulations in Danish environmental zones at miljoezoner.dk/de/.
Controls
There are cameras for automatic number plate recognition located at fixed and mobile control points. The licence plate number identified is compared with payment data to check whether the vehicle is paying for the journey via a satellite-based on-board unit (OBU) or a digital KmToll ticket. If the toll is not paid or not paid correctly, the Danish Road Traffic Authority may impose a fine.
Traffic infrastructure
Tolls are collected separately for infrastructure such as bridges:- Closed toll system: defined entrances and exits with toll booths.
- The basis for collection and settlement methods depends on the toll operator.
UTA Edenred toll media in Denmark
Toll solutions for journeys through Denmark
HGV toll ≥ 12 t | Vehicles < 12 t or light vehicles and buses |
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UTA One® next |
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Øresund Bridge | |
UTA Card UTA One® next |
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Storebælt Bridge | |
UTA Card UTA One® next |
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Frederrikssund Bridge | |
UTA One® next |
Benefits of UTA Edenred in Denmark
Seamless toll transactions with UTA Edenred
With UTA, you’ll enjoy multiple toll transaction advantages in Denmark:
UTA Parking Service
Use secure truck parks throughout Denmark
In many European countries, we work with providers of secure parking facilities staffed by attendants. You can access these facilities simply by presenting your UTA Full Service Card. Charges will appear on your UTA invoice.
Speak to us about the UTA Parking Service in Denmark.
Tax refunds in Denmark
We’ll provide you with information on potential tax advantages.
Business owners can get VAT applied to Danish tolls refunded. Unlike the HGV toll, bridge charges are subject to VAT. The VAT rate is 25%. It is refundable. If your drivers have paid for truck parking, those charges might be eligible for a tax refund, too.
Through a power of attorney, our service provider partner can organise reimbursements for taxable or reimbursable items, potentially saving you time dealing with the Danish authorities. There’s nothing you need to do – simply await your credit note!