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Does National require an IDP in Denmark?

Yes, bring one
Denmark legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so National will ask for it at the counter.
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National in Denmark
National IDP policyRequired for foreign drivers
National footprintGlobal
Accepted formatBoth
Minimum rental age18+ (surcharge under 25)
Drives on theRight

National in Denmark: the policy in plain terms

Requires an IDP for non-Latin-alphabet licences and where local regulations require it. Business-traveller brand known for Emerald Aisle.

Denmark drives on the right with daytime headlights required year-round; non-EU visitors should carry an IDP with their licence.

In Denmark specifically, denmark legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so National will ask for it at the counter. Copenhagen desks ask for an IDP for non-EU licences.

National runs a global network; at its Denmark desks, foreign renters are asked for the Both-format International Driving Permit alongside the original licence. Denmark drives on the right, uses the DKK, and sets a minimum driving age of 18, so an IDP is the document that removes any doubt at the counter.

What to bring to the National counter in Denmark

  • Your original national driving licence (the IDP never replaces it).
  • Your International Driving Permit in the Both format.
  • Your passport and a payment card in the main driver's name.
  • Local payment for the DKK deposit; Denmark drives on the right with a young-driver surcharge under 25.

Driving rules in Denmark National renters should know

  • Daytime running lights mandatory.
  • Watch for cyclists at junctions.
  • 0.05% alcohol limit.
  • Warning triangle required.

Common questions

01
Do I need an IDP to rent from National in Denmark?
Denmark legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so National will ask for it at the counter.
02
What documents should I bring to the National desk in Denmark?
Bring your original national driving licence, your International Driving Permit in the Both format, your passport, and the payment card in the main driver's name. Denmark drives on the right and the minimum rental age is typically 18+.
03
What is National's general policy on International Driving Permits?
Requires an IDP for non-Latin-alphabet licences and where local regulations require it. Business-traveller brand known for Emerald Aisle.
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