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Herdsmen and Farm Managers Scheme
VisasDenmarkHerdsmen and Farm Managers Scheme
DenmarkDenmark•Europe
Open

Herdsmen and Farm Managers Scheme

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

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 month

Estimated Cost

DKK 8,685 DKK

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

4 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Work permit for herdsmen and farm managers in Denmark with minimum salary of DKK 35,705/month; up to 4 years, renewable with family reunification rights.

This permit enables skilled agricultural workers to work in Denmark as herdsmen or farm managers. Applicants must have professional qualifications through education or experience and secure employment with a Danish agricultural employer at a salary of at least DKK 35,705.18 per month. Salary must be deposited into a Danish bank account within 180 days of entry.

The permit lasts up to 4 years and is renewable. Processing takes approximately one month. Spouses may work without restrictions in Denmark. The visa is tied to the specific employer and role, so changing employment typically requires a new application. Dependents are permitted, though post-grant rules restrict work outside the approved agricultural position.

This visa is ideal for experienced herdsmen and farm managers from outside the EU/EEA seeking to establish careers in Danish agriculture with spousal support.

Cost Breakdown

SIRI Case Processing FeeDKK 6,810 DKK
MFA Embassy FeeDKK 1,875 DKK
TotalDKK 8,685 DKK

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant4 years

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Employed as herdsman or farm manager

Professional qualifications (education/experience)

Salary meeting Danish standards (min DKK 35,705.18/month as of June 1, 2026)

Salary paid into a Danish bank account within 180 days of entry

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Receipt of paid SIRI fee

Copy of all pages of passport

Employment contract or job offer

Documentation of agricultural education/qualifications

Documentation of work experience

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Up to 4 years renewable permit with pathway to permanent residency
  • Spouse can work unrestricted in Denmark during entire permit validity
  • Quick processing at approximately 30 days from complete application
  • Dependents allowed including spouse and children; family reunification supported
  • Dual intent permitted; can plan permanent settlement while working
  • Specific agricultural pathway tailored to Danish farming sector needs
  • Professional experience recognized; agricultural education and qualifications pathway available

Worth Knowing

  • Minimum salary threshold of DKK 35,352.96/month must be met and paid to Danish bank account within 180 days of entry
  • Permit tied to specific employer and agricultural position; limited job mobility
  • No sideline or supplementary employment permitted outside primary agricultural role
  • Temporary processing suspension for applicants with education from Uganda
  • Passport must remain valid for at least 3 months beyond permit expiration date
  • Education from Uganda qualifies as processing barrier; verify current SIRI status for resumption timeline
  • Non-agricultural roles non-qualifying (e.g., mink farm hands; only herdsmen and farm managers accepted)

Application Process

1

Create Case Order ID and pay SIRI fee

2

Pay MFA Embassy fee

3

Employer completes Part 1 of AR1

4

Applicant completes Part 2 of AR1

5

Submit biometrics within 14 days

6

Receive decision

Application Forms

AR1/AR6 OnlineFill online

Verified Claims (9)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026
Blockers
Education from Uganda, Tanzania, or Kenya (suspension of case processing announced April 23, 2026; e…
nyidanmark.dk
Links
officialInfo: https://nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Herdsmen-and-farm-managers
nyidanmark.dk
Max Stay Estimate
type: days, initialDays: 1460, notes: Up to 4 years per grant; cannot exceed employment contract len…
nyidanmark.dk
Min Income Currency
DKK
nyidanmark.dk
Processing Estimates
{"minDays":30,"maxDays":30}
nyidanmark.dk
Processing Time
Approximately 1 month
nyidanmark.dk
Requirements
Employed as herdsman or farm manager; Professional qualifications (education/experience); Salary mee…
nyidanmark.dk
Spouse Can Work
yes
nyidanmark.dk
Official Information

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