Denmark’s immigration and work authorization schemes

Denmark’s immigration is receiving more and more immigrants to contribute in its economy. People from all over the globe visit the country on an annual basis either as tourists, students or to seek citizenship.

Denmark’s immigration seems to have shifted policy on immigrants; there has been a reduction in the time required to issue the Danish Green Card. Earlier on, the duration of Danish immigration visa was a maximum of 3 years, but now the time span is now 18 months.

Denmark's immigration policy uses a points’ based system called the Danish Green Card to attract skilled individuals from outside the EU. The Danish Green Card allows skilled individuals to obtain a residence permit based solely on their qualifications, for finding work in Denmark. You receive a residence permit after a successful evaluation based on a points’ based system, which scores applicants on factors such as age, educational level, language skills, and work experience. If you score at least 100 points, you can obtain a residence permit valid for up to three years. In addition, you will be able to bring your immediate family with you.

                         
According to reports, Denmark’s immigration has grown due to the following:

• Denmark is “The happiest place in the world” this outcome is according to the values of health, welfare and education.
• In terms of wealth, Denmark is one of the richest countries in the world.
• High Salaries - Gross salaries are high in Denmark in comparison with other countries making Denmark an attractive place to work.
• English is the corporate language.
• Denmark has a high ranking in respect to peace.
• Denmark is the least corrupt country in the world.
• The capital, Copenhagen, is the “most livable” city in the world.
• Denmark’s national currency, the Krone, has links to the Euro.

Conclusion An applicant wishing to become Denmark’s immigrant should make careful review of the point-based system. The applicant could consider whether their occupation qualifies under the positive list of occupations. Finally yet importantly, the applicant should consider whether they have a clear understanding whether the educational or professional qualifications meet the equivalent standards of similar qualifications in Denmark.