Loading…
Denmark uses national schemes: the Positive Lists (shortage jobs), the Pay Limit Scheme (salary threshold), the Fast-track Scheme for certified employers, Start-up Denmark for entrepreneurs, and researcher permits.
Denmark's work routes are national rather than EU-based. The Positive Lists cover shortage occupations for higher-education graduates and skilled workers. The Pay Limit Scheme (and the lower Supplementary Pay Limit Scheme) is open to anyone with a Danish job offer paying at or above an annual threshold set each January. The Fast-track Scheme offers an expedited process for employees of companies certified by SIRI. Start-up Denmark is for innovative entrepreneurs whose business is pre-approved by an expert panel. There are also dedicated researcher and guest-researcher permits. Salary thresholds and fees change annually, so check the relevant nyidanmark.dk page.
Get a free, personalised assessment from a licensed ACME advisor, or ask Acey.
Guidance only, not legal advice. ACME is an independent consultancy, not affiliated with any government. Rules change, confirm details with official sources.