🇩🇰 Denmark · Researcher
PhD student — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €995 |
| Minimum annual salary | DKK 7,426 |
| Proof of savings | €11,944 |
| Education | phd |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €410 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
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/PhD/Phd-studies.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €995.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/PhD/Phd-studies · verified 2026-06-22
Minimum annual salary
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/PhD/Phd-studies · verified 2026-06-22
Proof of savings
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/PhD/Phd-studies · verified 2026-06-22
Education
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/PhD/Phd-studies · verified 2026-06-22
Application fee
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/PhD/Phd-studies · verified 2026-06-22
No direct PR path
“researcher = residência temporária ligada ao projeto/hosting agreement; PR é processo separado (not_applicable)”
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/PhD/Phd-studies · verified 2026-06-22
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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 2026-06-22.