Application for a residence and work permit in Denmark

Application for a residence and work permit in Denmark

For HR and Global Mobility

A secure and structured solution when you recruit internationally

Work permits are rarely just a formality. Even small mistakes can lead to delays, rejections, and postponed start dates. We handle residence and work permits for employees from both EU and non-EU countries, from the initial assessment through to approval, so you can plan with confidence.

  • Many years of close collaboration with SIRI and the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration
  • Compliant process: each case is quality assured before submission
  • One contact person and ongoing status updates for HR
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How we work

A structured and compliant process, from start to approval

We take responsibility for the entire process. Our digital, proven process creates momentum and ensures that nothing falls through the cracks.

Step 1 of 6
Screening and selection of scheme

We assess the candidate's profile and choose the most appropriate arrangement.

Free and without obligation

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20 minutes with one of our Danish work permit specialists. You’ll get a clear assessment before you decide.

  • Get an assessment of a case/candidate
  • Mapping of possibilities
  • Advice on choosing a scheme
  • Estimation of processing time
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Case: Ejner Hessel

Timely onboarding of 15 international specialists

One of Denmark’s largest car dealerships lacked skilled mechanics and body repair technicians. We handled the entire process for 15 specialists from India, from screening of the scheme to approved permits, so everyone could start on time.

It was crucial for us to be able to act quickly and get the right employees to Denmark without delays. Visumansøgning.dk ensured that the entire process went smoothly.
Jesper Brahm, HR Manager, Ejner Hessel

An experienced partner that scales with you

With more than 15,000 approved visas and permits, we have the experience and capacity, whether it concerns one case or a larger recruitment effort.

15.000+approved visas and permits
SIRIclose cooperation with the authorities
1fixed contact person for HR
  • Some specialists
  • Greater recruitment waves
  • Fast track schemes
  • Hurry applications
  • Continuous international recruitment

How to apply for a work permit in Denmark

The requirements depend on nationality and the nature of the job. Applicants from outside the EU and Schengen area generally need a confirmed job offer that meets the authorities’ standards for salary and employment terms.

Highly qualified candidates can often use the Fast Track scheme or the scheme for special individual qualifications. Here is an overview of the schemes we advise on.

We advise on all relevant schemes

Fast Track Scheme
The Fast Track Scheme allows Danish companies to hire highly qualified foreign employees more seamlessly and bring them to Denmark quicker. It also enables employees to start work while their permit application is being processed, ensuring a faster and more flexible process for both employers and employees. Companies must be certified by Danish authorities in order to qualify for the Fast Track Scheme.
Special Individual Qualifications
Work permits are issued based on special individual qualifications when the offered position requires specialized skills or extensive experience in a particular field. Applicants must meet salary requirements comparable to those of a Danish employee's in a similar role, and they must be able to document their education/experience and justify the need for this specific type of work permit.
Pay Limit Schemes
The pay limit schemes allow foreign workers to obtain a work permit to Denmark if they have a job offer with an annual salary on or above a set threshold. These schemes are aimed at mid- to high-paying positions and do not require specific qualifications or a labour shortage in the field, as long as the salary requirements are met.
Positive Lists
The Positive Lists are comprehensive lists of professions and educational programs in Denmark facing labour shortages or providing good employment opportunities for foreigners – more often than not, they provide both. Applications for a work permit according to the Positive Lists, facilitate a faster and simpler process for foreign workers to come to Denmark, as long as they meet SIRI’s criteria.
Au Pair
Young foreigners who wish to learn more about Danish culture and language may apply for an au pair work permit, provided they have entered an agreement with a Danish host family. Applicants must meet a wide set of specific requirements from SIRI regarding their personal circumstances, such as age, marital status, education, and family background.
Working Holiday
The Working Holiday scheme is a unique bilateral agreement between Denmark and seven other countries: Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, New Zealand, and South Korea. It aims to allow young people from these countries to work in Denmark on a limited basis for up to one year, as well as to pursue educational courses and apply for full-time employment while in Denmark.
Internships
Residence and work permits can be granted for internships if the applicant is a student in Denmark or abroad and has educational reasons for completing an internship in Denmark. The requirements vary depending on the field of internship and the applicant's country and course of study.
Study
Students at all levels, from elementary school to PhD and exchange students, can apply for residence and work permits in Denmark. Documentation of language skills, typically in English (and sometimes Danish), is often required. Applicants must provide an admission letter from the educational institution, and the requirements for study permits depend on the applicant’s age and program. Students over 18 may also apply for permission to work alongside their studies.
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