Residence Permit based on Former Danish Citizenship, Danish Descent, or Ties to a Danish Minority Group

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Residence Permit based on Former Danish Citizenship, Danish Descent, or Ties to a Danish Minority Group

Work 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

6-10 months

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

1 year initial

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

This residence permit is designed for individuals with strong ties to Denmark based on former Danish citizenship, Danish descent, or affiliation with a Danish minority group.

This permit facilitates residence for individuals with historical or ancestral ties to Denmark. It provides full access to the Danish labor market and serves as a highly accelerated pathway to permanent residency. Applicants must provide specific documentation proving their lineage or former citizenship status.

Fee Breakdown

Application Fee	0 DKK
Biometric Fee	0 DKK

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Former Danish citizenship (excluding loss under Section 8 a or 8 b)

Danish descent (parents or grandparents are/were natural-born Danish citizens)

Affiliation with the Danish minority in South Schleswig (German citizen)

Affiliation with the Danish minority in Argentina

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Copy of all pages of passport

Birth certificate or proof of former citizenship

Birth certificates of parents/grandparents for descent

Proof of membership for minority groups

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Full work rights
Fast-track to permanent residence (1-2 years)
No application fee

Worth Knowing

Grandparent-based descent permits are non-renewable
Dependents require separate family reunification applications
Loss of citizenship under Section 8 a or 8 b of the Danish Citizenship Act
Already granted a residence permit based on Danish descent previously

Application Process

Gather documentation

Create Case Order ID (fee exempt)

Submit Form SG3

Record biometrics within 14 days

Await decision

Application Forms

SG3	Fill online

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