🇩🇰 Denmark · Employer-sponsored work
The short-term track — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €6,163 |
| Minimum annual salary | DKK 552,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €913 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 3 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Fast-track.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €6,163.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“What are the conditions for the short-term track? If you are to stay and work for a short period of time at a certified company ... With a short-term stay you can be granted a residence and work permit for up to 90 days. Your employer must be certified by SIRI — the short-term track requires a SIRI-certified employer but does not impose the pay-limit amount (DKK 552,000 applies only to the pay limit track)”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.