Job seeking permit after obtaining a Danish authorisation
Who it's for: People who held a permit to get a Danish authorisation and want to stay to look for work.
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
- Main fee: DKK 3,060
- Family can join: Some family members
- Decision time: 3 months
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | DKK 3,060 | — | nyidanmark.dkOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
3 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Main feeDKK 3,060Official wording
“Processing fee DKK 3,060,-”
Family can joinSome family membersOfficial wording
“Once you have been granted a residence permit for job seeking after obtaining a Danish authorisation, your accompanying family can be granted an extension of their residence permit.”
Decision time3 monthsOfficial wording
“Normal processing time 3 months”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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