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Denmark immigration and visa guide
Denmark offers world-class schemes including the Pay Limit Scheme, Fast-Track Scheme for certified companies, the Positive List for skilled workers, and Startup Denmark.
Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI)
- Processing time
- 1 – 4 weeks
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Points-based system
- No
- Digital nomad friendly
- No
Visa options in Denmark
Key requirements
- For Pay Limit Scheme: job contract with Danish company offering minimum annual salary meeting the statutory threshold (DKK 487,000+ per year)
- Salary must be paid into a Danish bank account with standard Danish employment terms
- Biometric recording at Danish diplomatic representation abroad or SIRI branch in Denmark
How to apply for a Denmark visa: step by step
- 1
SIRI Case Order ID Creation
Create SB-ID online on Ny i Danmark portal and pay the government processing fee.
1 day
- 2
Online AR1 Form Filing
Employer completes part 1 of AR1 application online; applicant completes part 2 and attaches contract.
1 - 3 business days
- 3
Biometrics & Fast-Track Permit Grant
Provide biometrics within 14 days of submission; receive electronic residence permit letter.
10 to 30 days (fast track: 10 days)
Official government links
Frequently asked questions
How fast is Denmark’s Fast-Track Scheme?
If your Danish employer is SIRI-certified under the Fast-Track Scheme, you can begin working in Denmark immediately upon submitting the application with quick-start job authorization.
Find a licensed adviser
For advice on your own case, use a licensed immigration lawyer or adviser. Always check they are registered before you pay anyone. Imiatlas does not refer or review cases.
Look for a lawyer registered with the national bar association or law society in Denmark. The official immigration website explains any rules on who may represent applicants.
Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI)General information to help you research, not legal advice. Rules change often: always confirm with Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI) on the official website before applying.