Getting Married at Copenhagen City Hall as a Foreigner
Booking, the 40% resident quota, wait times and what happens on the day at Københavns Rådhus.
- Address
- Rådhuspladsen 1, 1550 København V
- From Copenhagen
- Central — 15–20 min from the airport
- Official info
- København Kommune
Updated 12 October 2026 · Always confirm current rules with the municipality
The red-brick City Hall on Rådhuspladsen is the most famous wedding venue in Denmark. Ceremonies take place in the wedding hall (Bryllupssalen) up a stone spiral staircase off the Great Hall.
Key facts
- Availability: about 40% of slots are reserved for Copenhagen residents since late 2025. Fridays and Saturdays go first; no ceremonies on Sundays.
- Guests: up to around 75.
- Ceremony: about five minutes, in English on request.
- Witnesses: bring two adults or ask City Hall to provide them.
- Passport check: at the information desk the working day before (Mon–Fri).
- Certificate: two international marriage certificates on the day.
Read our full Copenhagen City Hall wedding guide.
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Where to stay
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Kongens Nytorv
Grand 1755 hotel — the classic getting-ready suite
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Nimb Hotel
Tivoli
Boutique palace inside Tivoli Gardens
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Villa Copenhagen
Vesterbro
2 min walk to City Hall, rooftop pool
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Frequently asked
How far ahead should we book?
In season, expect around 12 weeks. Weekday mornings are easiest.
Is there a fee?
No ceremony fee for visitors since 2025. A registrar at another location costs extra.
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