Best and Cheapest SIM Cards in Denmark (2026)

Last updated: July 2026. Some links here are affiliate or partner links. We rank by student fit first — especially whether you can sign up the week you arrive — and you never pay extra.

Quick answer

No CPR/MitID yet? Start with a prepaid Lebara or Lyca — buy it in a supermarket, activate with your passport. Once settled, CBB or OiSTER give you far more data for the money.

2026 update: Telia is now Norlys

Ignore older guides that name “Telia” as a Danish brand — Norlys bought Telia Denmark in 2024. Denmark now has three networks (TDC, the Telenor/Norlys TN-Network, and 3), and every budget brand rents one of them. Coverage is excellent everywhere, so price, data and whether you can sign up on arrival matter far more than the network.

The other big shift: near-unlimited data is now normal at ~120–190 kr/month, and a 2026 EU rule means much bigger EU roaming allowances.

First week: a SIM before CPR and MitID

Most subscriptions need CPR, MitID and a Danish card. These two prepaid brands get you a working Danish number on day one — buy a starter pack at Netto, Føtex, 7-Eleven or a kiosk and activate with a photo of your passport.

Lebara

Lebara — starter bundles from 19 kr, 40 GB around 49 kr, cheap international calls to 60+ countries.

✅ Pros	⚠️ Watch out
No CPR needed — passport activation Cheap international calling Sold in supermarkets	Support is basic Prepaid top-up model

→ Get Lebara

Lyca

Lyca — 5 GB from 19 kr, no contract, now with 5G and eSIM. Registration isn’t mandatory in Denmark, so it’s an easy arrival option.

✅ Pros	⚠️ Watch out
No CPR needed to start Now offers 5G + eSIM Good for international calls	Mixed customer support Best as a starter, not long-term

→ Get Lyca

Arriving before you have an address? An Airalo eSIM is a data-only bridge — install on Wi-Fi and get data the moment you land, then move to a Danish SIM for a real local number.

After you’re settled: the best value plans

With CPR and MitID you can get far more data. Prices below are mid-2026 and many are intro offers that step up after 2–3 months — confirm the normal price at checkout.

CBB — 60 GB, ~119 kr

CBB is the simple, popular no-binding pick, often 19 kr for the first two months.

✅ Pros	⚠️ Watch out
Big data, no binding Frequent cheap intro price Solid TN-network coverage	Needs CPR + MitID Intro price rises after 2 months

→ Get CBB

OiSTER — 40 GB for ~99 kr, unlimited from ~199 kr

OiSTER is the strongest pick for lots of data, with eSIM and EU roaming.

✅ Pros	⚠️ Watch out
Great data value + eSIM Unlimited option Frequent intro prices	Needs CPR + MitID 3 network (fine, but not TN)

→ Get OiSTER

DUKA (dukaTALE) — 30 GB DK + 30 GB EU, ~59 kr

DUKA is best if you travel or call across borders — separate DK and EU data, 5G and eSIM. → Get DUKA

Call me — 30 GB+, from ~64 kr

Call me is a reliable, well-rated all-rounder on the TN network. → Get Call me

Flexii — unlimited from ~144 kr

Flexii is usually the cheapest true-unlimited plan if you need endless data. → Get Flexii

The CPR / MitID barrier

Almost every subscription needs CPR, MitID and automatic card payment. So a prepaid Lebara or Lyca SIM is the practical first step — it keeps you connected while you sort CPR, MitID, bank and NemKonto. Switch to a cheaper big-data plan afterwards, keeping the same number (below).

eSIM and EU roaming

• eSIM — most 2026 providers support it (CBB, OiSTER, DUKA, Telmore, YouSee), usually free. It skips waiting for a physical SIM but still needs CPR/MitID for a subscription.

• EU roaming — all plans include roam-like-at-home; a 2026 rule means bigger EU data (often 24–50 GB), and Ukraine/Moldova were added. Outside the EU is separate — check before travelling.

Buying and keeping your number

• Subscriptions are bought online (CPR + MitID + card). Prepaid starter packs are in supermarkets and kiosks.

• Number porting takes ~1 working day — sign up with the new provider and let them request the transfer; don’t cancel with your old provider first.

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FAQ

Can I get a SIM without CPR or MitID?

Yes — a prepaid Lebara or Lyca starter pack, bought in a shop and activated with your passport. Most subscriptions need CPR, MitID and a Danish card.

What’s the cheapest SIM in Denmark in 2026?

Lyca and Lebara start around 19 kr for a working number. For lots of data once settled, CBB (60 GB, ~119 kr) and OiSTER are best value; the cheapest unlimited is ~144 kr.

Best SIM for my first week?

A prepaid Lebara or Lyca SIM — cheap, no contract, passport-friendly, enough to get online while you arrange CPR, MitID and a bank account.

Do Danish providers support eSIM?

Yes, most do in 2026 (CBB, OiSTER, DUKA, Telmore, YouSee), usually free — but a subscription still needs CPR/MitID.

Can I keep my number if I switch?

Yes — porting takes about a working day. Sign up with the new provider and let them request it; don’t cancel with the old one first.

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Last checked: July 2026. Danish SIM prices change constantly, especially intro campaigns — always confirm the final plan and price at checkout before you buy.