Guide: How to run your own business Go to guide It’s one thing to start your own business; it’s something completely different to run it from day to day.
Open your business: capital & loans Read about financing If your bank is unwilling to give you a loan, you will have to look elsewhere for loans or entrepreneurial support.
Guide to different business forms Go to guide There are a number of business forms to choose from in Denmark. IDA guides you on which one best suits your situation.
Drawing up an ownership agreement Go to guide If you start up a business together, you should draw up an ownership agreement. IDA will guide you through the process.
Copyright and patent rights Read more When do you have the rights to a product you developed for a customer? Read about Danish copyright and patent law.
Starting a business during a notice period Learn more Get an overview of the duty of loyalty and avoid doing anything wrong when starting your business.
When are you liable? Find out Learn the ropes of liability when you are a self-employed adviser and properly insure yourself.
What insurance cover should you have? Read more View IDA's insurance guide self-employed professionals and rest assured you have the right insurance for your business.
Consultancy & collaboration agreements View IDA's templates Learn about the agreements you should make with your customers and download IDA's free templates.
Guide: Closing down your business Go to guide If you want to close down your business, it is important to do it correctly. Read our guide on how to proceed.
Unemployment insurance - A-kasse Read more If you're self-employed, you can keep your unemployment insurance - but you need to know of a few special regulations.
Sickness benefits Learn more You may become ill, and it’s a good idea to know the regulations on sick leave for the self-employed
Maternity/paternity leave Read more You are entitled to maternity/paternity leave and parental leave. Read about your rights and benefits as self-employed.
Pension Learn more Remember your pension. IDA will take you through the pension solutions available to you as a self-employed person.