Central Person Register (CPR)

The Central Person Register (CPR) is a central, nationwide basic register. The main purpose is to assign everyone living in Denmark a personal identification number (CPR number) for the purpose of secure identification of these. In addition, it is a purpose to register basic personal data about the persons concerned, such as their address of residence, which can be disclosed to public authorities and private individuals who have a legitimate interest in doing so. The CPR thus contains only personal data relating to the data subjects. The CPR administration acts through the Central Person Register as a central provider of personal data to public authorities and to the private sector. The CPR administration is organised in the Department of the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Interior.