Denmark Scams: Online, Banking & Investment Fraud Guide
Common scams in Denmark and how to report them to the Danish Police, your bank, and the National Special Crime Unit.
Emergency number: 112 (emergency), 114 (police non-emergency) — verify on official sources.
Last reviewed: 1 June 2026
Denmark faces online fraud including phishing impersonating Danish banks and NemID/MitID (the national digital identity system), investment scams, marketplace fraud, and smishing. MitID is a frequent target for social engineering attacks — scammers try to trick victims into approving fraudulent authentication requests. The Danish Police (Politiet) accepts crime reports online at politi.dk, including a dedicated section for crimes against digital devices. For serious economic crime and cybercrime, the National Special Crime Unit (NSK) specialises in complex cases. Contacting your bank immediately after any suspected fraud is the most effective first step.
Common scams
- MitID/NemID social engineering — tricking victims into approving fraudulent authentications
- Phishing and smishing impersonating Danish banks or Post Danmark
- Investment and crypto fraud
- Online marketplace (DBA) non-delivery and overpayment scams
Tourist-specific scams
- Overcharging or unlicensed taxis
- Ticket resale scams for events
Online shopping scams
- Fake online shops and rental listings
- Parcel-fee smishing impersonating Post Danmark or GLS
- Account takeover via MitID phishing
Job scams
- Task scams via messaging apps
- Fake job offers requiring upfront fees or document payments
Romance scams
- Dating-app romance and cryptocurrency investment grooming
Investment scams
- Fake trading platforms and clone broker firms
- Crypto and 'AI bot' investment schemes
How to report a scam here
- Contact your bank immediately if money was transferred
- Report cybercrime to the Danish Police at politi.dk
- For serious fraud or economic crime, contact the National Special Crime Unit (NSK)
- Cancel any unexpected or suspicious MitID session immediately and call your bank
Local reporting & protection links
Always verify reporting routes and emergency contacts on the official government or agency website for your country.
Bank & payment guidance
Contact your bank immediately using the number on your card. Never approve a MitID request you did not initiate — cancel it immediately and call your bank. Danish banks can attempt to recall fraudulent transfers most effectively within the first few minutes.
Evidence to preserve
- Screenshot all messages, profiles, websites and payment pages
- Save transaction references, account numbers and crypto wallet addresses
- Keep emails with full headers where possible
- Note dates, times, names and phone numbers used
Frequently asked questions
What is the MitID scam in Denmark?
Scammers call impersonating your bank or another authority, claiming your account is at risk, and ask you to confirm by opening MitID. They use your approval to authenticate a fraudulent transaction. Always cancel any unexpected MitID request and call your bank on a number you know is genuine.
How do I report cybercrime in Denmark?
File a report with the Danish Police online at politi.dk, specifically in the section for crimes against digital devices. For complex economic crime and cybercrime, the National Special Crime Unit (NSK) can be contacted at [email protected].
Does the Danish tax authority (Skat) contact people by SMS?
Skat may send some SMS notifications, but it will never send a link asking for banking credentials or immediate payments. Treat any such message as a phishing attempt and report it to the police.
Sources
- National police and cybercrime portals (verify on official sites)
- FTC / Action Fraud / Scamwatch consumer guidance