Job seeking residence permit for 1 or 3 years after a completed educational programme
Who it's for: People who studied a bachelor, master, PhD or similar degree in Denmark and want to stay to look for work after finishing.
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
- Minimum education: Bachelor's degree
- 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
4 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Minimum educationBachelor's degreeOfficial wording
“You can apply for a residence permit for job seeking, if you have a valid residence permit based on study and you have completed a Danish professional bachelor, bachelor, part-time master, master or PhD programme approved by a state authority.”
Main feeDKK 3,060Official wording
“Processing fee DKK 3,060,-”
Family can joinSome family membersOfficial wording
“If your spouse, cohabiting partner or registered partner submits their application on or after 1 October 2026, they cannot be granted a residence permit as your accompanying family member.”
Decision time3 monthsOfficial wording
“Normal processing time 3 months”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; 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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