Denmark · Join a partner
Family reunification with a spouse or partner of a refugee
Who it's for: For spouses or partners of a person who holds refugee status in Denmark.
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
- Language: You need to have passed Prøve i Dansk1 or an English language test at the B1 level (Prøve i Dansk 1, English test at B1 level) · about CEFR B1
- Age limit: From 24
- Decision time: 10 months
What the official pages say
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LanguageYou need to have passed Prøve i Dansk1 or an English language test at the B1 level (Prøve i Dansk 1, English test at B1 level) · about CEFR B1Official wording
“You need to have passed Prøve i Dansk1 or an English language test at the B1 level”
Age limitFrom 24Official wording
“You and your spouse/partner normally need to be at least 24 in order for you to qualify for family reunification.”
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; Money to show; Main fee; Salary threshold; Family can join; 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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