Denmark•Europe1 month
Free
4 years
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
No dependents
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Employer-sponsored work permit for researchers at Danish institutions or research-focused companies; up to 4 years renewable.
The Researcher Scheme is a work permit for non-EU researchers with Master's-level credentials hired directly by Danish research institutions or companies. The employer must demonstrate that the position is research-focused with the applicant playing a key research role, and employment terms must meet Danish standards.
The permit lasts up to seven years and is renewable. Application fee is DKK 6,810; processing takes about one month. The employer starts the application process, the applicant completes their part online, provides supporting documentation, and records biometrics at a Danish mission. Spouses may work without restrictions; dependents are allowed.
This visa is ideal for international researchers with Master's degrees and genuine research employment offers from Danish institutions seeking long-term research positions with family support.
| Initial grant | 4 years |
Must have an employment agreement with a company or research institute in Denmark.
Must have research-related reasons for the position; the job must be closely linked to the individual and the main purpose of the stay must be research.
Salary and terms of employment (holiday, notice, etc.) must correspond to Danish standards.
Must have completed an educational program at the level of a Master's degree.
Must be able to support oneself and any accompanying family members.
Must not be a recipient of benefits under the Active Social Policy Act.
Copy of all pages of the applicant's passport.
Employment contract or job offer detailing all terms of employment.
Documentation of educational qualifications (Master's degree or higher).
Receipt of payment for the application fee.
Biometric data (facial photo and fingerprints) recorded at a Danish diplomatic mission or designated center.
| AR1 Standard researcher application — employer completes Part 1, applicant completes Part 2 online | Fill online |
| AR6Optional Power-of-attorney application — employer completes the full form on behalf of applicant (optional alternative to AR1) | Fill online |
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