Østjyllands Politi – Hittegodskontor — lost and found
Also known as: Aarhus politi hittegods, Randers politi hittegods
How to contact this place
Contact the lost & found desk at Østjyllands Politi – Hittegodskontor
Address: Fredensgade 19 A, 8000 Aarhus C
Phone: 8731 1403
The 30-day rule
The law guarantees you at least 30 days. Østjyllands Politi – Hittegodskontor states its own deadline of 90 days.
After that, the venue may legally sell, give away, discard, or keep the item.
Money, valuable jewellery, electronics, and expensive clothing must always be handed to the police — regardless of which venue found them.
Source: the Danish Lost Property Act, section 1(2), consolidated act no. 879/2014 as amended by act no. 124/2021.
Frequently asked questions
Can I collect my things from you?
No. hittegods.dk doesn't store anything physical — we show you the right place to ask. Your things are at Østjyllands Politi – Hittegodskontor, not with us.
Where do I ask if I've lost something at Østjyllands Politi – Hittegodskontor?
Contact Østjyllands Politi – Hittegodskontor directly via their lost & found page. You can also call 8731 1403.
How long does Østjyllands Politi – Hittegodskontor keep found property?
The law guarantees you at least 30 days. Østjyllands Politi – Hittegodskontor states its own deadline of 90 days. After that, the venue may legally sell, give away, discard, or keep the item.
What if what I lost is valuable?
Money, valuable jewellery, electronics, and expensive clothing must always be handed to the police, regardless of where they were found. Contact the police's lost property service for these items.
Does it cost anything to get my things back?
It's free to contact Østjyllands Politi – Hittegodskontor about lost property. hittegods.dk charges nothing to show you the right place to ask.