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Denmark

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Overview

Capital

Copenhagen

Currency

DKK

Continent

Europe

Entry requirements

Check if your passport needs a visa for Denmark.

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Popular passport access to Denmark

Passport Status Max Stay
Austria Visa Free
Belgium Visa Free
Bulgaria Visa Free
Croatia Visa Free
Cyprus Visa Free
Czechia Visa Free
Estonia Visa Free
Finland Visa Free
France Visa Free
Germany Visa Free

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Monthly costs

Copenhagen

Rent (center)

1,800 USD/mo

Groceries

500 USD/mo

Transport

70 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

2,550 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Pay Limit Scheme

    Duration: Up to 4 years, renewable

    Workers offered a job in Denmark with an annual salary above DKK 375,000

  • Positive List (Skilled Work)

    Duration: Up to 4 years, renewable

    Workers with qualifications in shortage occupations listed on the Positive List

  • EU Blue Card

    Duration: Up to 4 years

    Highly qualified non-EU workers with a higher education degree and job offer

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

0% – 52%

Social Security (Employee)

0.08%

AM-bidrag (labour market contribution) of 8% deducted before income tax. Rates include municipal tax (~25%) and state tax.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in DKK with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Denmark.

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