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Location guide · Copenhagen
Get married in Copenhagen
Copenhagen is Denmark's best-known address for international couples. Nyhavn, palaces, world-class cuisine, and a registry office that walks you clearly and warmly through your big day.
AFL fee
€281
Processing time
3–6 weeks
Travel from Munich
~2h flight
Atmosphere
Big city
Civil wedding · Copenhagen
Copenhagen: an honest assessment
Pros
- Iconic photo spots: Nyhavn, Christiansborg Palace, Rosenborg
- Largest selection of hotels, restaurants and entertainment
- Direct flights from every DACH city
- International vibe, perfect for mixed guest lists
- City-hall ceremony in the very heart of the city
Cons
- Highest accommodation prices (€150–400/night for a double room)
- Nyhavn is very touristy in summer
- Longer waiting time for ceremony slots (high demand)
- Hectic city rhythm, not for quiet ceremonies
Process
How your Copenhagen wedding unfolds
- 1
Eligibility check (10 min)
We check your situation and tell you exactly which documents you need, free, no obligation.
- 2
Gather documents (2–4 weeks)
You send us photos of your papers. We review every scan before submission.
- 3
Submit AFL application (3–6 weeks processing)
We file with Familieretshuset and communicate with the agency on your behalf.
- 4
Wedding day in Copenhagen
You arrive, you say yes. We make sure everything is in order.
- 5
Marriage certificate: done
The Danish certificate is recognised in Germany, Austria and Switzerland with the apostille.
Real costs: getting married in Copenhagen
All items that typically come up. In the Complete package only the ✓ incl. marked AFL government fee is included. Apostille is not in the package. If needed, you book our Apostille Service (€199.99) as an add-on.
Danish Wedding Service (Complete)
Everything coordinated, reviewed, submitted
€649.99
AFL government fee (Familieretshuset)
✓ incl.Mandatory, included in Complete, we transfer 1:1
€281
Certified translations (case-dependent)
Via Apostille add-on (€199.99) or self-procured
€80–300
Apostille (only for certain countries)
Via Apostille add-on (€199.99) or self-procured
€50–150
Town-hall ceremony fee
Town-hall ceremony free (as of 2025) · fee only for off-site venues
€0
Hotel (2 nights, double room)
Depending on category · your cost
€200–500
Travel (flight from DACH)
Your cost · early bookers save
€80–300 p.p.
Typical total with Complete: €1,300–2,400 (all items together, depending on setup)
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