Tenant Rights for Viewings in Denmark
As a tenant in Denmark, it can feel uncomfortable and unclear when your home is to be shown in connection with re-rental or sale. This guide explains your rights, what a landlord may require, notice rules, access and privacy regulations, and practical steps to document issues and respond if your rights are violated. We also cover how to make a written objection, contact the rent tribunal, or seek advice. The aim is to give you concrete guidance so you can protect your daily life while cooperating constructively with the landlord when viewings are necessary. We also describe options for documentation and official complaint routes.
What can the landlord do?
The landlord's access to the dwelling is regulated by the Lease Act [1]. The landlord may show the rental unit but must respect notices, reasonableness and your privacy.
- The landlord must give proper notice (deadline) before a viewing.
- Access may only occur with lawful notice and during reasonable hours (entry), not at arbitrary times.
- Photography normally requires consent and should be limited to the condition of the unit (photo).
- You generally have the right to be present during the viewing and to set boundaries regarding private property.
Before the viewing
Preparation makes a difference. Note the time, who will attend, and request written confirmation if possible.
- Collect documentation (document) such as the lease, prior messages and photos of the unit's condition.
- Suggest concrete times or limit times via written message (calendar) so it fits your schedule.
- Provide contact details (contact) for the person holding the viewing to avoid misunderstandings.
During the viewing
Be polite but clear about your boundaries. Record names of viewers and the purpose of the viewing.
- Attend or arrange an alternative time if the notice is not appropriate (deadline).
- Take notes and, if relevant, photos for documentation (document).
- Set clear limits on photographing personal items and private spaces (entry).
If your rights are violated
If you experience a breach of your rights, act systematically: write to the landlord, document, and consider filing a complaint with the rent tribunal [2].
- Send a clear written objection or complaint to the landlord and keep a copy of dispatch (form).
- Document incidents with photos, dates and witnesses (document).
- Contact the rent tribunal or legal advice if the situation is not resolved locally (court).
Key takeaways
- You are entitled to notice and reasonable access protections as a tenant.
- Documentation improves the chance of a favorable outcome in disputes.
- Seek help from the rent tribunal or official guidance if you are unsure.
Frequently asked questions
- What notice must the landlord give?
- Notice must be reasonable and reflect the purpose of the viewing; shorter notices can be contested in writing.
- Can the landlord take photos without my consent?
- No, photographing private belongings normally requires your consent; photos of empty rooms may be allowed in limited situations.
- What do I do if the viewing disturbs my daily life?
- Write to the landlord with alternative times and document the disturbance if necessary.
How to
- Ask for written notice and the purpose of the viewing.
- Gather documentation: lease, prior messages and photos.
- Agree on times so viewings occur at reasonable hours and you can be present.
- Contact the rent tribunal or advice services if the landlord does not follow rules (contact).
- File a complaint with the rent tribunal including your documentation if the issue remains unresolved.
