Denmark · Ancestry
Residence permit as a former Danish citizen etc.
Who it's for: People with strong ties to Denmark through former Danish citizenship, Danish descent or a Danish minority group.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Can lead to permanent residence: Possible
- Decision time: 10 months
What the official pages say
2 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Can lead to permanent residencePossibleOfficial wording
“you become eligible for a permanent residence permit after one or two years provided you meet certain requirements.”
Decision time10 monthsOfficial wording
“The expected maximum processing time is 10 months”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Main fee; Salary threshold; Family can join; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
All visa types in Denmark
Every visa type we have listed, grouped by purpose, with links to the official pages.
Denmark visa typesBefore you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.