Work permit during the job seeking period
Who it's for: For people with a job seeking permit after Danish studies who need a work permit during that period.
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
- Job offer needed: No
- Minimum education: Bachelor's degree
- Main fee: DKK 840
- Decision time: 2 months
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | DKK 840 | — | 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.
Job offer neededNoOfficial wording
“It is not a requirement that you are offered a job already in order to apply for a work permit without limitations.”
Minimum educationBachelor's degreeOfficial wording
“In order to obtain a work permit without limitations, you must have completed an educational programme approved by a state authority, and have obtained a professional bachelor's, bachelor's, part-time master's, master's or PhD degree.”
Main feeDKK 840Official wording
“Processing fee DKK 840,-”
Decision time2 monthsOfficial wording
“Normal processing time 2 months”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; 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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