retsafgift: what does it mean in Danish debt collection?
retsafgift in English: court fee
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By InkassoHurtig team
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Last reviewed 5 November 2026
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Short answer
The fee for having a case dealt with by the court, for example DKK 750 for a payment order.
Explanation
The court fee is paid when the case is filed, usually via minretssag.dk. The fee depends on the type of case and the amount. A creditor who wins can usually claim their necessary costs from the debtor.
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Related terms
- betalingspåkrav payment order
- fogedretten bailiff's court
- gældsbrev IOU, promissory note
- udlæg attachment (enforcement against assets)
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