PhD studies (full degree)
Who it's for: People taking part in a full degree PhD programme linked to a Danish educational institution.
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Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Study place needed: Yes
- Language: You must be able to speak and understand the language of instruction. You must also be able to understand either Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, English or German with a reasonable level of proficiency.
- Money to show: DKK 89,112
- Main fee: DKK 3,060
- Family can join: Yes
- Decision time: 1 months
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | DKK 3,060 | — | nyidanmark.dkOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Money to show | DKK 89,112 | — | 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
6 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Study place neededYesOfficial wording
“It is a requirement that you have been enrolled in a PhD programme in Denmark.”
LanguageYou must be able to speak and understand the language of instruction. You must also be able to understand either Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, English or German with a reasonable level of proficiency.Official wording
“You must also be able to understand either Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, English or German with a reasonable level of proficiency.”
Money to showDKK 89,112Official wording
“That means a maximum of DKK 89,112 (2026 level).”
Main feeDKK 3,060Official wording
“Processing fee DKK 3,060,-”
Family can joinYesOfficial wording
“A permit can be granted to your spouse, registered or cohabiting partner as well as children under the age of 18 living at home.”
Decision time1 monthsOfficial wording
“Normal processing time 1 month”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Age limit; 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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