Family Reunification Residence Permit

Residency Pathway PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

0-10 months

Application Fee

8,490 DKK

Stay Duration

Varies

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

Residence permit for close family members (spouses, cohabiting partners, children) to join a legal resident or Danish citizen.

This permit allows close family members to join a legal resident or Danish citizen in Denmark. It is designed to facilitate family unity and grants the holder full work rights. Applicants must meet strict criteria including age, housing, and financial stability.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Age requirement (typically 24+ for spouses)

Proof of housing

Proof of financial support

Meeting integration conditions

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

Min. Savings

61,709 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Marriage certificate or proof of cohabitation

Financial documentation

Housing documentation

Passport/ID

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Full work rights
Pathway to permanent residency
Family unity

Worth Knowing

Strict age and financial requirements
Long processing times
Failure to meet age requirements
Insufficient financial means
Failure to meet integration requirements

Application Process

Create case order ID

Pay fee

Submit application online

Biometrics collection

Application Forms

New to Denmark Application Portal

Fill online

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