Is a verbal service contract enforceable under Danish law if there is no written agreement?

Hello and best regards,

The short answer is yes, a verbal service contract is legally enforceable under Danish law. In Denmark, the principle of "freedom of contract" applies, and there is no general requirement for service agreements to be in writing to be valid.​

According to the Danish Contracts Act (Aftaleloven) and the foundational principle in the Danish Code (Danske Lov 5-1-1), an oral promise is just as binding as a written one. However, the main challenge you face is the burden of proof (bevisbyrde), which rests on you as the party trying to enforce the agreement.​

Why your emails are key:
Since you exchanged emails summarizing the scope and price, you are in a strong position. In Danish commercial practice, if you send a confirmation of terms and the client does not object (passivity) while you begin the work, those emails often serve as sufficient proof of the contract. To pursue payment, you would need to present:​

The email correspondence showing the agreed terms (offer and acceptance).​

Proof of the work you performed or delivered.

Any phone logs showing the date and duration of the initial call.

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