Living And Working In Denmark – Non-EU Citizens

This is living and working in Denmark specially designed for NON-EU citizens for your consideration.

When making decisions about the right country you and your family will like to relocate to Europe, you can’t be wrong if you make Denmark your number one priority because the Scandinavian country standout as one of the finest. Here we are analysing living and working in Denmark specially made for non-EU citizens, and for all immigrants interested in going to Denmark for further studies, working, which may lead to permanent relocation enjoy it.

WHY DENMARK?

If you’re searching for a country that makes people’s well-being a top priority you should choose Denmark, this Scandinavian paradise presents you with an exceptionally well-functioning society to live in.

2. In Denmark, things are done according to the laydown rules without cutting corners.

3. The system is working excellently well and corruption does not exist.

4. Although Danish is the official language teaching in some colleges is carried out in other international languages, mainly English, German or French.

5. Most Danish citizens understand and speak English, therefore, a new arrival has no problems moving around and feel at home.

6. Working in Denmark is a pleasure because employers are fair-minded and the working environment is cordially maintained.

7. The people here are highly civilized, meeting and social interactions are made simple, the accommodating attitude makes a new arrival feel at home quickly.

8. Living and working in Denmark is a good experience for everyone because the country is well-known for its well – functioning infrastructure and a strong educational system.

9. If you study in Denmark, your certificate is well accepted all over the world because the standard of education is very high and in high demand.

10. You can travel all over Europe visa-free because Denmark is a respected member of the Schengen agreement.

LIVING AND WORKING IN DENMARK NON-EU CITIZENS

It’s important to note from the beginning that the chance of getting a job in most advanced countries is increasingly difficult and if you’re planning to relocate you must make adequate preparations before leaving for Europe.

These are the possible options you can adopt to relocate legally:
1. Obtain a work visa.
2. Go on a short-term visa.
3. Use the study to stay approach.

1. OBTAIN A WORK VISA
Because we believed that there is no shortcut in your quest to living and working in Denmark the first viable option is to strive to get a work visa. Even though getting a work visa is increasingly difficult, these are ways you can approach the issue:

1. Because you cannot work legally in Denmark without a work permit. And a work visa is a prerequisite for the permit, therefore, the foremost thing to do is to process a work visa right from your country of residence.
2. To get a work visa you must apply for a job from a company in Denmark and obtain a letter of acceptance of an offer.

HOW TO GET A JOB OFFER:
1. Do extensive research on the Internet: There are various links you can use in searching for jobs such as:
nordicwork.com
www.jobsincopenhagen.com
http://international.kk.dk
https://www.indeed.com/Denmark
http://www.workindenmark.dk

2. If you’re unable to do it by yourself, get a professional job recruiter internally or outside your country of residence to assist you in getting the job of your profession. Furnish them with your up-to-date curriculum vitae and be checking on them very often, most of them are well-connected and have reliable links all over.

3. Contact a relative or friend currently residing legally in Denmark or a nearby country to assist in searching and securing a job offer for you. This may be an effective way of securing a job in that your relative may be in a better position to know the current happening in Denmark.

HOW TO PROCESS DENMARK WORK VISA (LONG TERM VISA)

If you’re able to secure a job offer from Denmark, the next step is to start to process Denmark’s work visa (residence or work permit) from your country of residence.

Please note that a residence permit is obtained only after approval is received from Denmark Immigration Service in Copenhagen)

1. Visit the Danish embassy or Consulate or their accredited representative in your country of residence for the latest information and directives.
2. Download and print out the hard copy of the work visa application form online.
3. Carefully complete the form and append your signature.
4. Attach the following documents:

1. Original letter of a job offer from a company in Denmark
2. Your International passport with at least 12 months validity.
3. Photocopy of the data page of your international passport.
4. Original and photocopy of all the documents used in processing the job applied for.
5. Two recently acquired photograph sized photographs with white background.
6. Proof of accommodation arranged by you or your employer.
7. Evidence of return ticket.
8. Evidence of basic travelling allowance.
9. Health insurance certificate from a reputable insurance company.
10. Police clearance certificate.
11. All original documents you’re submitting must come with a set of photocopies.

SUBMISSION AT THE EMBASSY

After the collation of all the above-mentioned documents, you should submit them personally at the Danish embassy or Consulate.
At the point of submission:
1. Pay the visa application processing fee.
2. Do the biometric fingerprint scans.
3. Enquire about the possible date and time of the interview because it’s a long-term visa.
4. Ensure you submit well ahead of your travel because the decision must come from the Danish immigration service in Copenhagen.

TAKE A TRIP TO DENMARK

If all of the above failed you can take a trip to Denmark by taking a short-term visa purposely to secure employment.
This approach may be expensive, however, it is important to let you know that most job recruiters do not want to entertain job seekers sending resume from abroad or applying by proxy. Furthermore, jobs involve interviews and your physical presence may be imperative.

When you’re in Copenhagen contact www.workindenmark.dk which is the official link for a job search in Denmark. You can go further by checking Jobnet, First job Copenhagen and Jobindex. etcetera.

LIVING AND WORKING IN DENMARK NON-EU CITIZENS

STUDY TO STAY APPROACH
Out of the three options we’re analysing, the Study to Stay Approach appears to be the most realistic and realizable, despite  the fact that it is the most expensive.
Secondly,  it involves adequate preparations and may take a long time to realise your dream of relocating to Denmark.

The advantages of this approach are numerous, some of them includes:
1. Enter Denmark with a student visa.  A work permit is always very difficult to process outside Denmark and obtaining a work visa remains a herculean task, therefore a student visa is a better option when planning to live and working in Denmark.

2. It is a win situation in that you study a course that is relevant to the employment need of Denmark.

3. According to studyindenmark.dk ‘Danish higher education offers a range of opportunities for international students.  More than 600 programmes are taught in English, all are international recognised and of high quality’

3. Studying and staying in Denmark will allow you to understand the segment of the job needs of the country. Due to the fact that things are changing quickly nowadays, it will be possible to take advantage of new possibilities and opportunities.

4. The most important advantage of study to stay is the ability to study Danish with ease, which will be of immense benefit in the future. Fluency in Danish will open doors and make some jobs relatively easy to get. Part of the requirements for some jobs is the ability to speak the national language.

5. If you study and graduated in Denmark and sure employment you’re sure of a good monthly salary because the system will not treat you as an outsider.

6. If you’re a Danish graduate it’s possible to set up your own business and be self-employ due to the fact that you understood the terrain and the paperwork involved.

7. As a non-EU student, your study permit enables you to work 20 hours per week.

LIVING AND WORKING IN DENMARK – STAY AFTER GRADUATION

If you study and graduated the system permits you to stay for an additional six months. Your student residence permit will be valid for an additional six months. You can utilise the period to search for a job. If you secure the job you will be given work or residence permits which will allow you legal residency in Denmark.

HOW TO PROCESS STUDENT VISA.

If you decided on the study to stay option, the right step is to process a student visa right from your country of residence.
1. Search for an accredited University or College in Denmark that offers the course of study you believed strongly that may allow you to get a good job in the end.
These are some of them:
Aarhus University
Technical University of Denmark
IT University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen Business School
University of Southern Denmark
University College Copenhagen
University College South Denmark
Aarhus School of Maritime and Technical Engineering.
And many more search and you will find one that suits your needs.

If you’re able to secure admission, let them forward to you all relevant papers including the University’s acceptance of an offer. These are part of the documents you need to process a student visa.

STILL ON LIVING AND WORKING IN DENMARK – HOW TO APPLY FOR DENMARK STUDENT VISA.

1. Download the Denmark student visa application form online.
2. Carefully fill in your details as accurately as possible, ensure you append your signature.
3. Attach the following documents:
1. Your International passport with 12 months validity and unused visa pages.
2. Original copy of the letter of acceptance of an offer from a University in Denmark.
3. Two recently taken photograph sized photographs with white background.
4. Photocopy of the data page of your passport.
5. Evidence of bank transfer and confirmation of payment of school fees.
6. Evidence of financial capabilities to see you through the course of studies.
7. Bank account statement for the last six months from you or your sponsor.
8. All documents used in processing the University admission.
9. Police clearance certificate.
10. Proof of accommodation arranged by the University or yourself.
11. Evidence of flight booking.
12. Statement of reasons for travelling to Denmark.
13. Evidence of health insurance coverage.
14. All the documents you’re submitting must come with a set of photocopies.

SUBMISSION AT THE EMBASSY
After the collation of all the above-mentioned documents, it is mandatory to submit them personally at the Denmark Embassy in your country of residence.
At the point of submission please note the following:
1. Pay the visa application processing fee as determined by the embassy.
2. Do the biometric fingerprint scans and other formalities.
3. Because it’s a long-term visa, enquire about the possible date and time of the interview.
4. Finally submit well ahead of resumption, to avoid disappointment.

CONCLUSION ON LIVING AND WORKING IN DENMARK

Living and working in Denmark a Scandinavian paradise gives you an unquantifiable inspiration to explore life in a new ways. The beginning may be rough and tough if you can weather the initial storm you will definitely lay a better foundation for your future career. No matter how hard their requirements appear to be, remain focused and be steady fast in tackling the problem, definitely, you will make it at the end.

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