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Means of identification

Here you find a list with means of identification allowed in Denmark. 

Means of identification allowed in Denmark

Danish Veterinary, Food, Agriculture and Fisheries Agency

The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration and the Danish Agricultural and Fisheries Agency have been merged into one agency under the name Danish Veterinary, Food, Agriculture and Fisheries Agency from 1 January 2026.

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