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Visa Pathways to Denmark

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Accompanying Family Member Residence Permit
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Accompanying Family Member Residence Permit

This residence permit is for the spouse, registered/cohabiting partner, or child under 18 of a non-EU/EEA national who holds a valid Danish residence permit for work or study.

ValidityMatches sponsor's permit duration
Processing2-3 months
Cost3080 DKK
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Au pair — Au Pair (Au pair)
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Au pair — Au Pair (Au pair)

Validity2 years
Processing3 months
CostFree
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Authorisation Scheme
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Authorisation Scheme

This residence and work permit is designed for foreign healthcare professionals (doctors, dentists, and nurses) trained outside the EU/EEA to reside in Denmark while learning Danish and passing the professional tests required to obtain Danish authorization.

Validity3 to 5 years
Processing1-3 months
Cost3060 DKK
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Basic and Youth Study Permit
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Basic and Youth Study Permit

This residence permit is for non-EU/EEA nationals admitted to an approved basic school (primary/lower secondary, from 9th grade up) or a youth education program (such as high school/gymnasium) in Denmark.

Validity1 year
Processing2 months
Cost3060 DKK
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EK1 — Establishment Card (Etableringskort)
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EK1 — Establishment Card (Etableringskort)

Validity3 years
Processing1-3 months
CostFree
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EU Blue Card
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EU Blue Card

Highly skilled employment with a recognized degree and salary above the member state threshold. Portable across EU after 12 months.

Validity4 years
Processing1-3 months
CostFree
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Educational Attachment Scheme (Uddannelsestilknytning)
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Educational Attachment Scheme (Uddannelsestilknytning)

This scheme allows certain foreign nationals who lose their original grounds for residence in Denmark to continue staying and studying if they are enrolled in an educational program that leads to a job on Denmark's Positive Lists.

ValidityDuration of educational program + 6 months
Processing2-3 months
Cost3060 DKK
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Family Reunification Residence Permit
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Family Reunification Residence Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

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

ValidityVaries
Processing0-10 months
Cost8490 DKK
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Fast-Track Work Scheme
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Fast-Track Work Scheme

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Streamlined work visa for certified employers recruiting foreign talent. Five tracks including Pay Limit, Researcher, Educational, Short-term, and Supplementary tracks. For skilled workers and specialists.

ValidityVaries (Depends on employment contract length)
ProcessingVaries
Cost6810 DKK
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Folk High School Permit
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Folk High School Permit

This residence permit allows non-EU/EEA nationals to attend a course at an approved, state-subsidized Danish folk high school (folkehøjskole).

Validity18 months
Processing2 months
Cost3060 DKK
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Guest Researcher Permit
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Guest Researcher Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

A residence permit for researchers invited to conduct research in Denmark without being employed by a Danish institution.

ValidityUp to 3 years
Processing1-3 months
Cost6810 DKK
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Herdsmen and Farm Managers Scheme
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Herdsmen and Farm Managers Scheme

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

A residence and work permit for skilled agricultural workers employed as herdsmen or farm managers in Denmark.

ValidityUp to 4 years
Processing1-3 months
Cost6810 DKK
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Intern (Praktikant)
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Intern (Praktikant)

ValidityVaries
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Mobile Workplaces at Sea Permit
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Mobile Workplaces at Sea Permit

This is a residence and work permit for employees on mobile drilling rigs, drillships, or other vessels operating briefly in Danish territory.

Validity6 months
Processing1 month
Cost6810 DKK
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Pay Limit Scheme
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Pay Limit Scheme

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Work permit for high-salary positions (DKK 552,000+/year) without occupation restrictions.

ValidityDuration of contract up to 4 years
Processing1-3 months
Cost3215 USD
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Positive List Scheme
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Positive List Scheme

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Work permit for skilled professionals in labor shortage occupations.

Validity4 years
Processing1-3 months
Cost6055 USD
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Post-Study Work Permit (3-Year)
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Post-Study Work Permit (3-Year)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Unrestricted work permit for graduates of Danish bachelor/master/PhD programs.

Validity3 years
Processing1-2 months
Cost3215 USD
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Religious Worker (Religiøs forkynder)
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Religious Worker (Religiøs forkynder)

ValidityUp to 3 years
ProcessingUp to 6 months
CostFree
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Researcher Scheme (Forskerordningen)
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Researcher Scheme (Forskerordningen)

Validity7 years
Processing1 month
CostFree
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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

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

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.

Validity1 year initial
Processing6-10 months
CostFree
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Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
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Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Short-stay visa for tourism, business, or cultural events for up to 90 days.

Validity3 months
Processing15-45 days
Cost90 EUR
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Self-Employed Business Visa
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Self-Employed Business Visa

Residence permit for establishing and operating a business in Denmark. Self-employed status with business ownership required. Alternative to Startup Denmark for traditional business models.

ValidityVaries (Renewable upon business continuation)
ProcessingVaries
Cost6810 DKK
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Service Provider Permit
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Service Provider Permit

This is a residence and work permit for employees of companies outside the EU/EEA providing temporary services in Denmark.

ValidityDuration of service contract
Processing1 month
Cost6810 DKK
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Special Individual Qualifications Scheme
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Special Individual Qualifications Scheme

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

A residence and work permit for individuals with unique personal qualifications, such as artists, athletes, coaches, or specialized chefs.

Validity1 year (renewable)
Processing1-3 months
Cost6810 DKK
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Start-up Denmark
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Start-up Denmark

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Entrepreneur visa for innovative, scalable businesses approved by expert panel.

Validity2 years
Processing1-2 months
Cost2490 USD
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Startup Denmark Visa
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Startup Denmark Visa

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Visa for non-EU/EEA entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas. Expert panel evaluation required. Initial 2-year permit with 3-year extension options. Must establish and run business actively.

ValidityVaries (Extendable for 3 years at a time)
ProcessingVaries
Cost6810 DKK
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Student Visa (Type D)
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Student Visa (Type D)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Full-time study at a recognized institution in an EU member state. National visa with residence permit.

ValidityDuration of program
Processing28-84 days
CostFree
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Study — Higher Education (Videregående uddannelse)
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Study — Higher Education (Videregående uddannelse)

Validity6 months
Processing2 months
CostFree
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Supplementary Pay Limit Scheme
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Supplementary Pay Limit Scheme

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

A work permit pathway for positions with an annual salary of DKK 446,000 or higher, which is lower than the standard Pay Limit Scheme.

ValidityUp to 5 years
Processing1-3 months
Cost6810 DKK
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Volunteer Residence Permit
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Volunteer Residence Permit

Residence permit for individuals aged 18–30 to perform unpaid, voluntary work for a non-profit organization.

Validity18 months
Processing0-3 months
CostFree
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Working Holiday Visa
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Working Holiday Visa

Youth mobility visa for young adults from eligible countries. Valid 12 months. Primary purpose holiday; work supplements travel. Available to Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Argentina, Chile, Japan, South Korea (age requirements vary by nationality).

ValidityVaries (From first entry in Denmark)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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§9q — Retired Employee of an International Organization (Section 9q)
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§9q — Retired Employee of an International Organization (Section 9q)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for individuals over 60 who have retired from a position with an international organization/EU institution in Denmark.

ValidityVaries
Processing0-10 months
CostFree
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