How to apply for a Residence Permit
Residence and work permit for Denmark
Applications for residence and work permits to Denmark should be submitted at the VFS Global in Dublin.
Please make an appointment at the VFS Global here.
Residence and work permit for Norway, Iceland and Faroe Islands
Applications for residence and work permits to Norway, Iceland and Faroe Islands should be submitted to the Danish Embassy in Dublin.
Please make an appointment with the embassy here and ensure to bring the following documentation:
- Signed application forms
- Original documentation and colour copy of the same
- Original passport and colour copy of the same
- 1 passport photo
- Proof of payment of the Embassy fee.
For further information on how to apply for a residence/work permit you can visit the webpage of the relevant country through the links below:
As an Irish citizen, do I need a residence and work permit if I want to work in Denmark?
According to EU legislation, an EU/EEA citizen can reside freely in Denmark for up to three months. If the EU/EEA citizen is seeking employment or is actively employed during their stay, he or she may be permitted to remain in Denmark up to six months. A stay exceeding these limits requires an EU/EEA residence certificate. An EU/EEA residence certificate is, as opposed to a Residence Permit, issued according to the rules specified in the Danish Aliens Act - simply a certification of the rights that the EU/EEA citizen already has according to EU Freedom of Movement.
Working in Denmark
The website Work in Denmark provides international job seekers and Danish employers with the information, guidance and tools to find each other.
Work in Denmark is part of the Danish Ministry of Employment and member of European Employment Service (EURES).