hovedstol: what does it mean in Danish debt collection?
hovedstol in English: principal
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By InkassoHurtig team
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Last reviewed 5 November 2026
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Short answer
The original amount owed, without interest and fees.
Explanation
Late-payment interest is calculated on the principal. The principal is also used to find the cap on collection costs, which depends on the size of the claim. Ask for the claim to be itemised, so that the principal, interest, fees and costs are shown separately.
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Related terms
- fordring, krav claim
- kompensationsbeløb fixed compensation
- morarente late-payment interest
- referencesats reference rate
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