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Moving to Denmark

CPR, residence permits, MitID, NemKonto and your first two weeks.

18 guides · 3 tools

Tax & Money

Your payslip, deductions, banking, pensions and investing.

15 guides · 7 tools

Housing

Renting and buying, deposits, tenant rights and avoiding scams.

14 guides · 4 tools

Working

Finding work, workplace culture, holiday, notice and unions.

14 guides · 5 tools

Healthcare & Family

GPs, emergencies, childcare and school, explained.

12 guides · 1 tool

Studying

Universities, SU grants, student jobs and free Danish lessons.

11 guides · 2 tools

Daily Life

Transport, driving, cycling, shopping, dogs and the small stuff.

13 guides · 3 tools

Culture & Belonging

Hygge, Janteloven, making friends and feeling at home.

10 guides

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What changed in 2026

DKK 552,000The Pay Limit Scheme salary threshold for 2026Read the guide DKK 446,000The Supplementary Pay Limit, if the job was advertised for two weeks firstRead the guide 10 Apr 2026EES replaced passport stamps at every Danish borderRead the guide Late 2026ETIAS, a €20 online travel authorization for visa-free visitors, is expectedRead the guide

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