In 2025, the hotel allowance is DKK 1,844 for overnight stays in Denmark.
The amount is set by the Employee and Competence Agency and is adjusted during the year, typically in April. The amount includes VAT, but excludes breakfast and other meals.
After 28 days, the hotel allowance is reduced by 25%.
Accommodation abroad
The hotel allowance varies for overnight stays abroad.
See hotel allowance for selected countries in Circular on rate adjustments for work-related trips (appendix 5).
If your destination is not on the list, contact the financial controller in your unit before booking your accommodation.
After 28 days, the hotel allowance will be reduced by 25%.
More expensive accommodation
Under rare circumstances, you may be authorised to book a stay that exceeds the hotel allowance. The authorisation can be given by your manager who has been assigned a budget by the level 2 manager. Justification and approval must be stated on the travel reimbursement in zExpense.