🇩🇰 Denmark · Researcher
Guest researcher — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,711 |
| Proof of savings | €20,540 |
| Job offer | Required |
| University degree | Required |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €913 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
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/Guest-Researcher.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,711.
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/Work/Guest-Researcher · verified 2026-06-22
Proof of savings
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Guest-Researcher · verified 2026-06-22
Job offer
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Guest-Researcher · verified 2026-06-22
University degree
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Guest-Researcher · verified 2026-06-22
Age range
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Guest-Researcher · verified 2026-06-22
Application fee
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Guest-Researcher · verified 2026-06-22
No direct PR path
“researcher = residência temporária ligada ao projeto/contrato; PR é processo separado (not_applicable)”
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Guest-Researcher · verified 2026-06-22
Open to all nationalities
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Guest-Researcher · 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.