How many people from Denmark live abroad?
According to the United Nations, 102,000 people from Denmark live abroad.
However, the figure counts migrants, not their children born abroad. The real diaspora is therefore larger.
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Denmark diaspora around the world
People from Denmark around the world meet here, country by country and city by city. Settled, about to leave or simply connected: here is where to find your people.
Denmark diaspora, by continent
Main countries of residence
According to the United Nations, from largest to smallest.
Where people from Denmark live
37,400 people from Denmark live in Sweden, 27,600 Norway, and 9,800 Canada.
Together, these three countries therefore account for about 74% of the diaspora.
Each country has its own page, with the cities, communities and meetups there.
The Denmark diaspora by continent
By continent, the diaspora counts 80,600 people in Europe, 9,800 the Americas, and 8,930 Oceania.
For each continent, a page also gathers the countries and cities where it lives.
Neighbouring diasporas
Other countries in Europe also have their diaspora on Compatri: Ukraine, Russia, United Kingdom, Romania, and Poland. Each page gathers its countries of residence, its cities and its national day.
Finding people from Denmark near you
Compatri brings diasporas together where they live. First, you choose the community of your city. Then you discover what its members organise: meals, parties, afterworks or mutual aid. Finally, you message compatriots who share your interests.
You can also host your own meetup: a meal, an outing or a party. It then appears to members of your city, and you follow sign-ups from your account.
Your exact location never appears: other members only see an approximate area. In addition, joining a community and attending events costs nothing.
Frequently asked questions
How many people from Denmark live abroad?
According to the UN, about 102,000 people from Denmark live abroad. Their children born abroad do not count in this figure.
Which countries do people from Denmark live in?
According to the UN, most of them live in Sweden, Norway, Canada, Australia, and Iceland.
How can I find people from Denmark near me?
Choose your country of residence, then your city. Next, join the local community, or start it if it is still missing.
Do I have to pay to join my community?
No. Joining your community, discovering nearby members and attending events stays free. The Starter and Advanced plans only add features to go further.