Work permit in Denmark

We can assist you if you wish to apply for a work permit in Denmark.

To obtain a work permit, you must meet certain requirements if you are not a Nordic or EU citizen. In principle, there must be significant employment or business-related reasons that support you being granted a permit. The work permit is granted for a specific job for a specific number of hours per week with a specific employer for a limited period. Therefore, you usually need to apply for a new work permit if you change jobs.

You must not work until you have received your permit. Working illegally in Denmark risks deportation, and the employer may face fines or imprisonment.

We recommend reaching out to one of our lawyers if you want to ensure that you meet the requirements for a work permit.

Lawyer fees for applying for a work permit

You can view an overview of all our prices here. We assess your case before proceeding, so you have an idea of the outcome. You need to pay a deposit of 6,000 DKK before we start your case. This will be deducted from the final price.

Why you should use one of our lawyers to apply for a work permit

• We know all the requirements and rules
• We have many years of experience with these cases
• We are fast and effective
• You can concentrate on everything else that needs to be done before you can start your new job

This is how the process of applying for a work permit with us works

If you want us to help you apply for a work permit, we start by meeting with you. Here we go through the conditions you need to fulfill. We will keep you informed about the case until you get the decision.

Your application must be submitted to the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration or to a Danish embassy in your home country. This costs 4,405 DKK in fees. An appeal must be lodged within 8 weeks with The Immigration Board which costs 905 DKK in fees. We assist you with both.

You should be aware that if you apply for a work permit while you are in Denmark, you can stay in Denmark until a decision is made. However, if you want to appeal a decision, you generally cannot stay in Denmark until a decision is made.

A residence and work permit initially lasts for 4 years but can be extended if you continue working in Denmark and meet the requirements.

Occupational schemes make it easier to get a work permit

Denmark has a number of occupational schemes that make it easier for highly skilled foreigners to obtain residence and work permits in Denmark. These include:

• Positive lists
• The payment scheme
• Fast-track scheme

Positive lists

Positive lists covers specific occupational groups where it is difficult to attract qualified labor. It requires specific work to benefit from the scheme. Remember to check the list regularly, as it is adjusted twice a year. Salary and employment conditions must comply with Danish law.

The payment scheme

The payment scheme covers foreigners who have been offered a job with an annual salary of at least DKK 445,000.00.

Fast-track scheme

Fast-track scheme allows certified Danish companies to attract highly skilled foreign labor in a faster way. It places some demands on both the company and the employee. It is the employer who takes care of the application process via a power of attorney.

The scheme allows you to work alternately in Denmark and abroad.

Contact one of our work permit experts