How do you unlock NemID?

You activate your NemID through self-service. The first time you log on with NemID, enter your NemID-number (9 digits), which you will find in the welcoming letter, as the user-ID. Enter your temporary password, which you have received by mail or in a text message, as the password.

What is NemID user ID?

Your user ID You find your NemID number in the welcome letter you received from Nets DanID, your bank or Borgerservice (citizen service centre). You can use your civil registration number (CPR no.) to log on with NemID. If can choose to create a self-chosen user ID for NemID.

Can foreigners get a NemID?

You can request NemID in your bank. If you are living abroad you can order NemID online (requires Danish passport or Danish Driver’s licence).

Is NemID mandatory?

A NemID is not required by law, but many public and private service providers require NemID to use their websites.

How do I set up NemID app?

You can do this by pressing on start.

You will be asked to log in with your NemID code card.
Enter the requested key from your code card and press activate code app.
You will be asked to accept the terms and conditions for using the NemID code-app.
For security reasons you will be asked to wait an hour.

Does NemID expire?

You can always unsubscribe from this recording function, in which case DanID will no longer log where you have used NemID. DanID will keep the data for the current year + five years, after which it will be deleted.

What is NemID in Denmark?

NemID is your digital signature and a single login for public websites, digital post (e-Boks), online banking and other online self-services. NemID consists of a user ID, a password and a code card (one-time codes). The code card will be sent to you by ordinary post.

How do I get NemID online?

To apply for a NemID, you need to first book an online appointment with your nearest Citizen Service Centre. NemID is your digital signature and a single login for public websites, digital post (e-Boks), online banking and other online self-services.

How long does it take to get NemID?

When you have ordered the NemID at the Citizen Service, it will be sent to your Danish address within 3-11 days.

What can I do with NemID?

You must log on with NemID when using one of the many digital self-service solutions, electronic mail (Digital Post), Borger Mail, online banking, making doctors appointments online and a lot of other websites that require you to fill out personal and private information.