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Indfødsretsprøven

The Danish Citizenship Exam, the mandatory knowledge test on your journey to becoming a Danish citizen.

Exam at a glance

Questions

45 multiple-choice

Pass mark

36 correct

Duration

45 minutes

Held

Twice a year (June and November)

Topics

Danish history, society, culture, values, current events

Next exam date

Wednesday, November 25, 2026

117 days to go, registration opens through SIRI ahead of every sitting.

What we cover

Every master chapter and chapter from the official SIRI material, with live question counts. Click any chapter on the app to start practicing.

32 master chapters, 264 chapters, 4,060 practice questions

  1. 1

    History: Vikings to Middle Ages

    Explore the Viking Age when Denmark was unified under one king, including raids, trade, and the Christianization of the Danes. You will also learn about Norse mythology (Asatro), the rune stones of Jelling, and the transition into the Middle Ages.

    Covered in Danify
    • Danish History - Introduction12
    • The Viking Age5
    • The Danish Realm Takes Shape13
    • The Vikings' Contact with the Outside World13
    • Norse Religion (Asatro)17
    • The Middle Ages10
  2. 2

    History: Power Struggles to Absolutism

    Learn about the medieval power struggles between king, nobility, and church, the devastation of the Black Death, and the Kalmar Union. This section also covers the Reformation, the Swedish wars, and the introduction of absolute monarchy in Denmark.

    Covered in Danify
    • Power Struggle Between King, Nobility and Church30
    • Plague, Reconstruction and the Kalmar Union16
    • Reformation, Swedish Wars and the Introduction of Absolutism (c. 1500-1700)8
    • The Reformation15
    • Christian IV and the Swedish Wars16
  3. 3

    History: Absolutism to Enlightenment

    Discover how Denmark became a seafaring and colonial power during the age of absolutism, including the slave trade and colonies. You will also explore the Enlightenment ideas, agrarian reforms, and the wars with England.

    Covered in Danify
    • The Introduction of Absolutism10
    • Seafaring Nation and Colonial Power15
    • Age of Enlightenment and the Road to Democracy8
    • The Stavnsbånd and the Agrarian Reforms18
    • The Flourishing Period and the Wars with England18
  4. 4

    History: Constitution to Industrial Age

    Follow Denmark's path to its first democratic constitution in 1849, the two Schleswig Wars that redefined Denmark's borders, and the beginnings of industrialization and the labor movement.

    Covered in Danify
    • The Road to a Free Constitution13
    • The First Schleswig War12
    • The Second Schleswig War19
    • The First Industrialisation and the Labour Movement14
  5. 5

    History: Democracy to WWI & Reform

    Learn about the cooperative movement that transformed Danish agriculture, the breakthrough of parliamentarism in 1901, and the women's suffrage movement. This section also covers World War I and the Spanish Flu pandemic.

    Covered in Danify
    • The Cooperative Movement11
    • The Breakthrough of Parliamentarism24
    • The Women's Movement15
    • First World War (1914-18)11
    • The Spanish Flu7
  6. 6

    History: Reunification, Crisis & WWII

    Explore the reunification with North Schleswig in 1920, the economic crisis of the 1930s that led to major social reforms, the German occupation during WWII, and the remarkable rescue of Danish Jews.

    Covered in Danify
    • Reunification and the Constitutional Crisis15
    • Economic Crisis and Social Reforms12
    • WW2 - Occupation and Cooperation11
    • The Rescue of the Danish Jews5
  7. 7

    History: Iceland & Liberation

    Learn about Iceland's path to independence in 1944, the Danish resistance movement, and the liberation in 1945. This section also covers Danish politics during the Cold War, the expansion of the welfare state, and youth rebellion.

    Covered in Danify
    • Iceland Becomes Independent6
    • Resistance and Liberation8
    • Danish Politics and the Cold War32
    • Expanding Welfare12
    • Youth Rebellion and New Cultural Currents12
  8. 8

    History: EU & Cold War Era

    Discover Denmark's entry into the European Community in 1973, the impact of the oil crises, political changes, and the rise of social movements. You will also learn about Denmark's role in the new Europe after the Cold War.

    Covered in Danify
    • Denmark's Membership of the EC12
    • Oil Crisis10
    • Political Change25
    • Social Movements12
    • Denmark in the New Europe12
  9. 9

    History: Modern Denmark

    Explore recent Danish history including economic growth, immigration debates, Denmark's role in international conflicts, the financial crisis, challenges to the welfare state, and the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Covered in Danify
    • Economic Upswing and Debates on Immigration15
    • Denmark in International Conflicts8
    • From Financial Crisis to New Economic Upswing10
    • Challenges to the Welfare State15
    • Health Crisis15
    • New Political Change40
  10. 10

    Democracy: Constitutional Foundations & Institutions

    Understand Denmark's Constitution (Grundloven) and how it establishes the framework for Danish democracy. Learn about key institutions: the Folketing (parliament), government, courts, and how elections work.

    Covered in Danify
    • The Constitution - Denmark's Basic Law10
    • What does the constitution say?15
    • Institutions of Democracy - The Folketing35
    • Institutions of Democracy - The Parliamentary Committee15
    • Institutions of Democracy - The Government 125
    • Institutions of Democracy - The Government 225
    • Institutions of Democracy - The Courts20
    • Institutions of Democracy - Parliamentary Elections10
    • Institutions of Democracy - The Electoral System15
  11. 11

    Democracy: Democracy in Practice

    Discover how Danish democracy works in practice, including referendums, local government in municipalities and regions, political parties, members of parliament, interest organizations, and the role of media in public debate.

    Covered in Danify
    • How Does Democracy Work?10
    • Direct Democracy: Referendums and Citizen Proposals15
    • Local Self-Government in Municipalities and Regions20
    • Municipal councils and regional councils25
    • The municipal and regional organizations6
    • The Participants in Democracy6
    • The voters8
    • The political parties10
    • The Members of Parliament5
    • Interest organizations and associations5
    • The media and the public debate15
  12. 12

    Democracy: Rights, Duties & Legal System

    Learn about everyday citizenship, constitutional rights, public administration, and transparency. This section also covers citizens' duties, the civil service, and how the Danish criminal justice system works.

    Covered in Danify
    • Everyday Democracy - Citizenship10
    • Rights in the Constitution16
    • The Public Administration8
    • Public Access and Transparency10
    • Citizens' Duties15
    • Civil Representative5
    • Punishment10
    • Criminal Cases18
  13. 13

    Economy: The Welfare State

    Understand the Danish welfare model where the state provides for citizens "from cradle to grave." Learn about its historical development, principles of equality and redistribution, and the roles of different actors in the welfare society.

    Covered in Danify
    • The Danish Economy - Introduction5
    • The Welfare Society5
    • The development of the Danish welfare model 1/315
    • The development of the Danish welfare model 2/314
    • The development of the Danish welfare model 3/315
    • Equality and Redistribution15
    • Tasks and Actors of the Welfare Society 1/213
    • Tasks and Actors of the Welfare Society 2/212
  14. 14

    Economy: Economy & Labour Market

    Explore Denmark's transformation from agricultural to knowledge-based economy, international trade, and the unique Danish labor market model. Learn about the flexicurity system, collective agreements, and tripartite cooperation.

    Covered in Danify
    • From agricultural society to knowledge and service society 1/215
    • From Agricultural Society to Knowledge and Service Society 2/215
    • Denmark's Trade with Other Countries20
    • The Labour Market15
    • High Level of Organisation20
    • Self-Regulation and Collective Agreements15
    • Tripartite Cooperation and Flexicurity10
  15. 15

    International: The European Union

    Learn about the history and purpose of the EU, Denmark's membership since 1973, and the Danish EU opt-outs. Understand how EU institutions work: the Commission, Parliament, European Council, Council of Ministers, and EU Court of Justice.

    Covered in Danify
    • The European Union 1/216
    • The European Union 2/216
    • Denmark and the EU9
    • Denmark's EU opt-outs18
    • EU's institutions and Denmark's representation5
    • European Commission15
    • European Parliament 1/212
    • European Parliament 2/212
    • The European Council5
    • The Council of the European Union10
    • EU Court of Justice5
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    International: Global Organizations & Foreign Policy

    Discover Denmark's role in international organizations like the UN, NATO, and Council of Europe. Learn about Danish foreign policy, development aid, military missions, the Commonwealth (Rigsfællesskabet), and Arctic policy.

    Covered in Danify
    • The Council of Europe15
    • UN (United Nations) 1/212
    • UN (United Nations) 2/212
    • United Nations City in Copenhagen5
    • UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals17
    • International Cooperation on Development15
    • Foreign Policy Activism After the Cold War (1990-2014)10
    • Efforts After the Terrorist Attack on the USA in 200110
    • New Focus on Danish Territorial Defence (2014-)12
    • The Commonwealth 1/220
    • The Commonwealth 2/220
    • Greenland and the Arctic in Danish foreign policy15
  17. 17

    Culture: Literature & Visual Arts

    Explore Danish literature from medieval runes to H.C. Andersen and modern authors. Discover the visual arts from the Golden Age painters to contemporary art, including famous works and artists throughout Danish history.

    Covered in Danify
    • Literature 1/4: The Middle Ages to the 18th Century15
    • Literature 2/4: The golden age of the 19th century16
    • Literature 3/4: Early 1900s15
    • Literature 4/4: Modern and contemporary authors15
    • Visual Arts and Sculpture 1/4: Renaissance to the Golden Age15
    • Visual Arts and Sculpture 2/4: Late 19th Century15
    • Visual Arts and Sculpture 3/4: Mid-20th Century15
    • Visual Art and Sculpture 4/4: Modern Art14
  18. 18

    Culture: Music, Architecture & Performing Arts

    Learn about Danish music from traditional folk songs to modern pop and Eurovision. Explore Danish architecture and design, theater and ballet traditions, and the internationally acclaimed Danish film industry.

    Covered in Danify
    • Music 1/3: Traditional and classical music17
    • Music 2/3: Jazz, rock and pop17
    • Music 3/3: Modern Pop and Eurovision16
    • Architecture and Design 1/2: Traditional to Functionalism14
    • Architecture and Design 2/2: Modern Architecture14
    • Performing Arts 1/3: The 18th and 19th Centuries15
    • Performing Arts 2/3: World War II and the Post-War Period16
    • Performing Arts 3/3: Modern Performing Arts15
    • Film 1/3: Early Cinema until the 1960s18
    • Movie 2/3: Modern Directors18
    • Movie 3/3: Danish Actors17
  19. 19

    Themes: Geography & Northern Landmarks

    Discover Denmark's landscape, nature, cities, and infrastructure. Visit famous landmarks in Jutland including Skagen, Tirpitz, The Old Town museum in Aarhus, the Wadden Sea (UNESCO), Ribe, and Rebild Hills.

    Covered in Danify
    • Geography of Denmark 1/2: Landscape and Nature23
    • Geography of Denmark 2/2: Cities and Infrastructure22
    • Denmark's Sights10
    • Skagen7
    • Tirpitz and the Atlantic Wall 1/29
    • Tirpitz and the Atlantic Wall 2/28
    • The Old Town8
    • Moesgaard Museum12
    • The Wadden Sea8
    • Ribe5
    • Rold Forest and Rebild Hills11
  20. 20

    Themes: Historic Sites & Copenhagen

    Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites like Kronborg Castle and Roskilde Cathedral, natural wonders like Stevns and Møns Cliff, and Copenhagen's highlights including Tivoli, Amalienborg Palace, and The Little Mermaid.

    Covered in Danify
    • Kronborg Castle13
    • Roskilde Cathedral8
    • Stevns Cliff9
    • Møns Cliff8
    • H.C. Andersen's House5
    • Hammershus8
    • Østerlars Church6
    • Copenhagen - Introduction23
    • Amalienborg Palace10
    • Tivoli6
    • The Little Mermaid5
    • New architecture in Copenhagen11
  21. 21

    Themes: National Identity & The Realm

    Learn about Danish national symbols: the flag (Dannebrog) and the Royal Family. Explore immigration history and the Commonwealth (Rigsfællesskabet) with Greenland and the Faroe Islands, including their geography, history, culture, and self-government.

    Covered in Danify
    • The Danish Flag15
    • The Royal Family25
    • Immigration to Denmark Through the Ages19
    • The Realm - Introduction4
    • Greenland's geography6
    • History of Greenland8
    • Greenland's self-government13
    • Greenland's cultural life7
    • The geography of the Faroe Islands7
    • History of the Faroe Islands10
    • Faroe Islands culture8
  22. 22

    Themes: Nordic Region, Science & Religion

    Discover Denmark's relationship with the other Nordic countries and Nordic cooperation. Learn about famous Danish scientists and thinkers, the role of the Church and religion in Denmark, and traditional customs and holidays.

    Covered in Danify
    • Denmark and the Nordic Region4
    • Geography and Population8
    • The Story Separates and Unites14
    • The North After 194512
    • Danish Science and Thought8
    • Danish Science in Recent Times7
    • Church and Religion in Denmark11
    • Customs and Special Days20
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    Themes: Grundtvig & Danish Education

    Explore the lasting influence of N.F.S. Grundtvig on Danish society, including the folk high school movement and the Danish church. Learn about the Danish education system from primary school to lifelong learning.

    Covered in Danify
    • N.F.S. GRUNDTVIG3
    • THE POPULAR BECAME THE NATIONAL3
    • THE FOLK HIGH SCHOOL5
    • GRUNDTVIG AND THE PEOPLE'S CHURCH3
    • GRUNDTVIG'S HYMNS AND SONGS2
    • Schooling and Education in Denmark10
    • More People Are Educating Themselves for a Longer Period of Time5
    • More Practice in Primary and Secondary School5
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    Themes: Family, Equality, Health & Climate

    Learn about family life in Denmark, gender equality including parental leave and equal pay, and efforts against discrimination. Understand the Danish healthcare system and Denmark's climate policies including the green transition.

    Covered in Danify
    • Family and Family Life8
    • Discrimination, Antisemitism, Hate Crimes and Extremism12
    • Gender Equality4
    • Equal pay5
    • Maternity leave4
    • Sexual Harassment3
    • Health and the Healthcare System3
    • Health in a Historical Perspective6
    • Changes in the Disease Picture5
    • The Danish Health System6
    • Global Warming - A Global Problem7
    • The Danish Climate Effort7
    • Green Tripartite4
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    Previous Exams (2009 - 2012)

    Test yourself with every official citizenship exam from 2009 to today. Practice with the real questions that appeared on actual tests to build confidence and see exactly what to expect on exam day.

    Covered in Danify
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 200935
    • Indfødsretsprøven December 200935
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201035
    • Indfødsretsprøven December 201035
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201135
    • Indfødsretsprøven December 201140
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201235
    • Indfødsretsprøven December 201235
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    Previous Exams (2013 - 2016)

    Test yourself with every official citizenship exam from 2009 to today. Practice with the real questions that appeared on actual tests to build confidence and see exactly what to expect on exam day.

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    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201335
    • Indfødsretsprøven December 201335
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201428
    • Indfødsretsprøven December 201430
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201530
    • Indfødsretsprøven December 201528
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201640
    • Indfødsretsprøven December 201640
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    Previous Exams (2017 - 2020)

    Test yourself with every official citizenship exam from 2009 to today. Practice with the real questions that appeared on actual tests to build confidence and see exactly what to expect on exam day.

    Covered in Danify
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201739
    • Indfødsretsprøven November 201740
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201840
    • Indfødsretsprøven November 201840
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 201940
    • Indfødsretsprøven November 201940
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 202040
    • Indfødsretsprøven November 202040
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    Previous Exams (2021 - 2024)

    Test yourself with every official citizenship exam from 2009 to today. Practice with the real questions that appeared on actual tests to build confidence and see exactly what to expect on exam day.

    Covered in Danify
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 202140
    • Indfødsretsprøven November 202145
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 202245
    • Indfødsretsprøven November 202245
    • Indfødsretsprøven May 202345
    • Indfødsretsprøven November 202346
    • Indfødsretsprøven May 202445
    • Indfødsretsprøven November 202445
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    Previous Exams (2025 - 2026)

    Test yourself with every official citizenship exam from 2009 to today. Practice with the real questions that appeared on actual tests to build confidence and see exactly what to expect on exam day.

    Covered in Danify
    • Indfødsretsprøven May 202545
    • Indfødsretsprøven November 202545
    • Indfødsretsprøven June 202645
  30. 30

    The Danish Values: The Art of Living Danish

    Discover the values that shape the daily life of Danes — from hygge and community to the power of language and the foundations of the welfare society. Understand what makes Danish culture unique and recognisable across the world.

    Covered in Danify
    • Open-Mindedness5
    • Hygge - The Art of Togetherness5
    • Community Life & Volunteering5
    • The Danish Language5
    • The Welfare Society5
  31. 31

    The Danish Values: Freedom, Trust & Fairness

    Dive into the principles that underpin Danish democracy — equality before the law, personal freedom, deep societal trust and the ongoing fight for gender equality. Learn what Danes strive to protect and carry forward.

    Covered in Danify
    • The Christian Cultural Heritage5
    • Equality Before the Law0
    • Trust0
    • Freedom12
    • Gender Equality11
  32. 32

    Danish Pulse

    Current events and news from Denmark. New questions are added weekly based on the latest news.

    Covered in Danify
    • Government & Parties51
    • December 2025 1/22
    • December 2025 2/20
    • January 2026 1/217
    • January 2026 2/214
    • February 2026 1/213
    • February 2026 2/213
    • March 2026 1/217
    • March 2026 2/215
    • April 2026 1/230
    • April 2026 2/222
    • May 2026 1/231
    • May 2026 2/217
    • June 2026 1/20
    • June 2026 1/212
    • June 2026 2/212
    • July 2026 1/26
    • July 2026 2/212
    • August 2026 1/20
    • August 2026 2/20
    • September 2026 1/20
    • September 2026 2/20
    • October 2026 1/20
    • October 2026 2/20
    • November 2026 1/20
    • November 2026 2/20

Why this exam matters

The Indfødsretsprøven is required to be granted Danish citizenship through naturalisation. It tests your knowledge of Danish society and values, including recent current events from the past year.

You are probably the right fit if

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    You are applying for Danish citizenship and need to pass this test.

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    You already have permanent residence and are completing the last steps before naturalisation.

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    You want Danify content that covers the full exam including current affairs from The Danish Pulse.

Features

Everything you need to pass

Danify combines AI, gamification, and proven learning methods to give you the edge on exam day.

AI Study Partner

Your personal AI companion explains every answer in your language, gives contextual hints, and points you to the chapters where you score weakest so every study minute lands where it matters.

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Mock Exams

Mocks sample from question pools tagged by exam-pattern relevance: verified, recurring, exam favorites, and current-events. Same composition logic the real exam uses.

6 mock-exam rounds across both exams

Chapter-by-Chapter Study

Work through Danish history, culture, and society systematically with structured chapter sessions and progress tracking.

375 chapters across 49 master topics

Multi-Language Support

Study in English, Danish, or Spanish. Every question stem and every answer is professionally translated, no mid-quiz language gap.

All 5,707 questions in EN, DA, ES

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Indfødsretsprøven?

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It is the Danish Citizenship Exam, a 45-question multiple-choice test on Danish history, society, culture, values, and current events. The exam runs for 45 minutes and you need 36 correct answers to pass.

Is the Indfødsretsprøven required to become a Danish citizen?

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Yes. Passing the Indfødsretsprøven is a mandatory condition for Danish citizenship by naturalisation. It sits alongside other requirements such as language proficiency, continuous residence, and a clean criminal record.

Does the Indfødsretsprøven include current events?

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Yes. Five questions on every sitting are drawn from current events in Denmark over the previous six months. That is why Danify ships a weekly feed called The Danish Pulse, so the current-affairs pool stays in step with what SIRI is likely to ask.

How often is the Indfødsretsprøven held?

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Twice a year, in early June and late November. SIRI publishes the exact dates on nyidanmark.dk along with registration deadlines, fees, and the list of approved test centres.

Can I use Danify to study for the Indfødsretsprøven?

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Yes. Pick Indfødsretsprøven as your exam in the app and Danify loads the full citizenship track, including mock exams, AI explanations, and the weekly Danish Pulse current-affairs feed.

How many practice questions does Danify have for the Indfødsretsprøven?

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3,829 multiple-choice practice questions across 32 master chapters and 249 sub-chapters, all mapped to the official SIRI syllabus. Every question stem and every answer option is available in English, Danish, and Spanish.

Do Danify mocks match the real Indfødsretsprøven format?

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Yes. The Official Round in Danify runs 45 questions in 45 minutes with a 36-correct pass threshold, the same format SIRI uses on the day. The mock samples from our exam-relevance pools (verified, recurring, favorite, aligned, Danish Pulse) in proportions that mirror real sittings.

How does The Danish Pulse keep current-events questions up to date?

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Every week we publish a digest of the most exam-worthy news from Denmark and convert it into practice questions tagged with the Danish Pulse relevance code. Mock exams pull from that live pool so the current-affairs section you rehearse always reflects the last six months.

What languages can I study in?

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English, Danish, and Spanish. Question text, answer options, AI hints, and AI explanations all switch language with one tap, so you can study in your strongest language and rehearse in Danish before the real sitting.

Is Danify free? What does the subscription unlock?

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Danify is free to download on iOS and Android, with a free trial that includes full access to the practice bank, mock exams, and the Danish Pulse feed. After the trial, a subscription keeps unlimited mocks, AI explanations, and weekly current-affairs updates active.

Where can I find the official Indfødsretsprøven requirements?

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On nyidanmark.dk, the Danish Immigration Service portal. Look for the 'Danish citizenship' section, where you will find the exam study material, exam dates, registration links, and the full list of naturalisation conditions.

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