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Find out how to register to live in Denmark as a European or Scandinavian citizen…
Nordic Citizens
Citizens of Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden are free to enter and live in Denmark without a work or residence permit. A passport is not required. They must be able to provide proof of identity if required, for example a driver's licence or bank card.- Further information for Nordic citizens is available on the New to Denmark website
Registration Certificate: EU/EEA/Swiss Nationals
EU/EEA and Swiss citizens may stay in Denmark for up to three months or up to six months if seeking work. If they are planning to stay longer they must apply for a Registration Certificate in order to stay freely in Denmark. The application must be submitted within three months of arrival - or within six months if seeking work. An EU/EEA or Swiss citizen or national is able to get a Registration Certificate if they:- Are in paid employment in Denmark
- Are self-employed
- Perform or receive services in Denmark
- Are students on a course leading to professional qualifications (sufficient funds to cover the cost of stay must be shown)
- Have the income or means to support themselves
- Further information from State Administration
- Completed application form
- Employment contract stating salary and dates of employment or proof of income or means to support themselves
- Two passport photographs
- Identification such as passport
- For more information about how to apply from the New in Denmark Website
EU Hotline Tel: 35 30 88 80, Monday 09:00-12:00 and Wednesday 12:00-15:00 email Website
Family Reunification
Non-EU family members (spouse, children under the age of 21, registered partner or cohabitant) of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens may apply for a residence permit for the purpose of family reunification. The EU citizen must be able to prove that they have established genuine residence in Denmark, for example proof of registration with the local authorities or tenancy agreement.
- For further information on the conditions applicable for family reunification visit the New in Denmark website