Visa Types
Bangladesh to Denmark Work Visa Application Guide
Apply to work in Denmark, extend a work permit or hire a foreign worker.
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Do you need a visa to travel to Denmark?
To visit Denmark, Bangladeshi citizens will need a Schengen visa.
Denmark visa application is made online or offline?
You must fill out the visa application form and pay the visa fee online. After that, print the cover letter and payment receipt. Make sure to bring all the required documents and submit them at the Visa Application Centre.
Do I need to give biometrics?
Yes, biometrics are required to obtain a visa.
Is there an interview required to obtain a visa?
No, an interview is not usually required to obtain a Denmark visa.
What is the maximum length of stay permitted on a work visa?
Varies based on the job offer and duration of employment.
What kind of visa will we acquire from Denmark?
It will be a physical sticker visa, which will be affixed to a page in your passport
Current Visa fees: (Updated on 01-01-2025)
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CATEGORY |
VISA FEE IN DKK |
VFS SERVICE FEE IN EURO |
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Study permit(Residence permit) |
1725 |
13 |
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Work permit(Residence permit) |
1725 |
13 |
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Family reunification |
1725 |
13 |
Note:
- Please note that starting from 1 July 2019, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, along with all Danish diplomatic missions, requires mandatory online payment of the embassy fee for residence or work permits.
- The fee must be paid online via the following link: guidelines before making the payment.
To obtain more information about visa fee, click here
Step-by-step guide
Let us walk you through the process
- First, figure out which visa you need and if you're eligible.
- Learn what documents you need, how long it takes, and the fees.
- Follow the guidelines for your visa type.
- Translate non-English documents if needed.
- If you want to work, reunite with family, or stay in Denmark for over 90 days, get a residence permit. Find details on NewToDenmark.
For Greenland or Faroe Islands travel:
- Just fill out one application for both places along with your Schengen visa application.
- When applying, say Denmark is your main destination.
- Let the visa center know Greenland or Faroe Islands are your main places to visit.
- Apply for Greenland and Faroe Islands visas on ApplyVisa.
- After identifying the visa type you need, fill out the online application form.
- Use ApplyVisa for short-term visas and NewToDenmark for residence permits.
- You can drop off your filled visa form at the application center without an appointment. Just check their opening hours.
- After filling out your application online and paying the visa fee, print the cover letter and payment receipt.
- You'll need these when submitting your application at the Visa Application Centre.
- Additionally, be aware that there's a service fee to pay when you hand in your application.
- Learn what occurs at the Visa Application Centre when you submit your completed visa application form in person.
- Once your decision is returned to the Visa Application Centre, you'll receive an email update. If email isn't convenient for you, or if you want more detailed tracking, you might also get updates via SMS to your phone. Check if this service is available at the Visa Application Centre you're visiting.
- Additionally, you can track your visa application status online. Use the Reference Number on the invoice/receipt from the Visa Application Centre, along with your last name, to access this service.
- After your visa application decision is made, you can get your passport from the Visa Application Centre.
- To pick it up yourself, bring the receipt and a government ID. If allowed, you can send someone with a signed authorization letter, the receipt, and their ID.
- Check with the Centre during opening hours for collection options.
DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
When applying for a work visa to Denmark from Bangladesh, you will generally need to provide a comprehensive set of documents to support your application. The following checklist covers the most common documents needed:
- Completed Visa Application Form: Fill out the Denmark work visa application form accurately and completely.
- Passport: Provide your original passport with a validity of at least three months beyond the intended stay in Denmark. Moreover, your passport/travel document must have been issued within the past ten years and must have at least two blank pages.
- Passport-sized Photographs: Include two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background, conforming to the visa photo specifications.
- Job Offer Letter: Provide a formal job offer letter from a Danish employer, specifying details of the employment, such as position, salary, and duration of the contract.
- Employment Contract: Submit a copy of the signed employment contract between you and the Danish employer.
- Educational Qualifications: Include copies of your educational certificates and transcripts to support your qualifications for the job.
- Proof of Work Experience: If applicable, provide evidence of your previous work experience relevant to the job in Denmark.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC): If you are currently employed, obtain a No Objection Certificate from your current employer, stating that they have no objections to your employment in Denmark.
- Proof of Accommodation: Provide proof of accommodation arrangements in Denmark, such as a rental agreement or a letter from your employer confirming company-provided accommodation.
- Travel Itinerary: Provide a confirmed flight itinerary or flight reservation showing your travel dates to Denmark.
- Health Insurance: Obtain comprehensive health insurance that covers medical expenses and repatriation during your entire stay in Denmark.
- Proof of Sufficient Funds: Demonstrate that you have enough financial means to cover your living expenses in Denmark. This can be in the form of bank statements or a letter from your employer guaranteeing financial support.
- Biometric Data: Be prepared to have your biometric features (fingerprints and photo) recorded at the Visa Application Centre.
- Visa Fee: Pay the required visa application fee as per the current regulations.
Note:
- If your documents aren’t in English, German, Norwegian, Swedish, or Danish, you need certified translations into Danish or English.
- The Embassy may request extra documents or schedule an interview if necessary.
- Positive List Scheme (Positive List work permit):
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Confirmed job offer from a Danish employer in a profession listed on the Positive List.
- Employment contract or letter of intent from the employer.
- Proof of relevant qualifications and skills required for the job.
- Academic and professional certificates and transcripts.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Denmark.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Police clearance certificate from your home country (if required).
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
- Pay Limit Scheme (Pay Limit work permit):
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Job offer from a Danish employer with an annual salary above the specified threshold.
- Employment contract or letter of intent from the employer.
- Proof of relevant qualifications and skills required for the job.
- Academic and professional certificates and transcripts.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Denmark.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Police clearance certificate from your home country (if required).
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
- Fast-track Scheme:
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Proof of specific qualifications and skills in demand for the Fast-track Scheme.
- Job offer from a Danish employer or proof of demand for your profession.
- Employment contract or letter of intent from the employer.
- Academic and professional certificates and transcripts.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Denmark.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Police clearance certificate from your home country (if required).
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
- Corporate Scheme:
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Job offer from a multinational company with a Danish branch or subsidiary.
- Employment contract or letter of intent from the employer.
- Proof of your position and role within the company.
- Relevant documents showing the relationship between the parent company and the Danish entity.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Denmark.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
- Researchers and Guest Researchers:
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Invitation letter or contract from a recognized Danish research institution.
- Proof of academic qualifications and research background.
- Comprehensive research proposal or plan.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Denmark.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Police clearance certificate from your home country (if required).
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
- Startup Denmark Scheme:
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Detailed business plan for the startup venture.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself and the business in Denmark.
- Business registration documents and relevant licenses (if applicable).
- Proof of innovative and scalable business idea.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
- Internship Scheme:
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Proof of enrollment in a higher education program outside Denmark.
- Internship offer from a Danish company or institution.
- Letter of recommendation from your home university or academic supervisor.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Denmark.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
- Seasonal Work Scheme:
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Seasonal job offer from a Danish employer in a specific industry (agriculture, tourism, etc.).
- Employment contract or letter of intent from the employer.
- Proof of relevant qualifications and skills required for the seasonal work.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Denmark.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
- Green Card Scheme:
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Proof of relevant educational qualifications and work experience.
- Documentation to support points calculation under the Green Card Scheme.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your initial stay in Denmark.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Police clearance certificate from your home country (if required).
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
- Work and Residence Permit for Non-EU/EEA Graduates:
- Valid passport and copies of all pages.
- Valid residence permit as a student in Denmark.
- Higher education degree certificate from a recognized Danish institution.
- Job offer or letter of intent from a Danish employer.
- Proof of relevant qualifications and skills required for the job.
- Academic and professional certificates and transcripts.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your job search in Denmark.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Passport-sized photographs as per Danish immigration requirements.
Note: Please note that this checklist is a general guide, and specific document requirements may vary based on your individual circumstances and the consulate/embassy where you apply. Always check the official website of the Danish embassy or consulate in Bangladesh for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding the document requirements for a Denmark visa.
VISA APPLICATION FORMS
Before submitting your visa application, please review the list of required documents carefully. The guidelines provided on this website will assist you in preparing your documents accurately, reducing the chances of your application being rejected due to incorrect or incomplete documents.
If you need to apply to the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI) for things like a residence permit or extension, you might have to use their online forms.
However, if you can’t use the online form due to reasons like illness or lack of digital skills, you can request an exemption by contacting SIRI through phone or their contact form. SIRI will then decide if you qualify for an exemption and provide an alternative way to submit your application if needed.
If you don’t use the online form without a valid reason and SIRI decides you can’t be exempted, they may reject your application.
Application for a residence and work permit on grounds of salaried work (Form AR1)
Application for an extension of a Residence and work permit for self-employed entrepreneurs (not the Start-up Denmark Scheme) (FormAR2)
For more forms, please click here
VISA APPLICATION GUIDELINES:
- Choose a Denmark Work Visa Scheme: Research and select the most appropriate work visa scheme (https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/Applying/Work) based on your qualifications and the job offer you have in Denmark. Common schemes include the Positive List scheme, Pay Limit scheme, and others.
- Job Offer Letter: Secure a valid job offer from a Danish employer. This is a crucial step as you’ll need the offer letter to proceed with your visa application.
- Create a Case Order ID: Visit the official website Danish immigration to create a Case Order ID. This will be used throughout your visa application process.
- Pay the Denmark Work Visa Fee: Pay the required visa application fee using the designated payment methods. The fee can vary depending on the type of visa and your nationality.
- Compile the Denmark Work Visa Document Checklist: Collect all the required documents for your visa application. These may include your passport, job offer letter, educational certificates, CV, proof of accommodation in Denmark, and any other documents specified by the visa scheme.
- Complete the Application Form: Fill out the online visa application form accurately. Provide all the necessary information and ensure that the details match the information in your supporting documents.
- Submit the Application: Submit your completed application form and upload all the required documents through the online portal. Double-check that you’ve provided all the necessary information before submitting.
- Take Your Biometrics: Depending on the requirements, you might need to schedule an appointment to provide your biometric data (fingerprints and photograph) at a Visa Application Center or Danish consulate/embassy in Bangladesh.
- Wait for a Response: After submitting your application and biometric data, you’ll need to wait for the Danish authorities to process your application. The processing time can vary, so be patient.
- Receive a Response: You’ll be notified of the decision on your visa application. If approved, you’ll receive instructions on how to proceed, which may include collecting your visa or receiving an approval letter.
- Travel to Denmark: If your visa is approved, you can travel to Denmark according to the validity dates of your visa. Make sure to carry all the necessary documents, including your passport, visa, and any approval letters.
Processing time:
- Normal processing time is 1 months.
Important notes:
- Before applying, create a case order ID and pay the processing fee. Your employer can do this for you.
- Your employer must fill out the AR6 application form, and you must give them power of attorney for the application.
- Submit your application no more than 6 months before your planned start date in Denmark to avoid rejection and losing the processing fee.
- SIRI will contact you or your employer if they need more information for your application.
For more information, please click here
- Positive List Scheme (Positive List work permit): The Positive List Scheme is designed to attract skilled workers to fill specific occupations in Denmark facing labor shortages. The scheme maintains a list of job positions (the Positive List) for which there is a shortage of qualified Danish or EU/EEA candidates. Non-EU/EEA citizens who have a job offer in an occupation on the Positive List can apply for a work permit under this scheme. The employer must meet certain salary and working conditions requirements, and the applicant must meet the relevant educational and experience criteria for the specific job.
- Pay Limit Scheme (Pay Limit work permit):The Pay Limit Scheme allows non-EU/EEA citizens to obtain a work permit based on a job offer with a salary exceeding a specified pay limit. The pay limit is set each year and varies depending on the job sector. To be eligible, the job offer must meet the minimum salary requirement, and the applicant must have the necessary qualifications and work experience for the position.
- Fast-track Scheme:The Fast-track Scheme is designed for companies with a quick and regular need for hiring skilled foreign employees. Companies included in the scheme can hire non-EU/EEA citizens for certain job positions without the need for the usual labor market testing. This scheme streamlines the work permit application process, making it faster and more efficient.
- Corporate Scheme:The Corporate Scheme is designed for multinational companies that need to transfer their employees from outside the EU/EEA to work in their Danish branch or subsidiary. It allows qualified employees to work in Denmark without the need for labor market testing. The employee must meet specific qualifications and work experience requirements.
- Researchers and Guest Researchers:This scheme allows researchers and guest researchers from outside the EU/EEA to work in Denmark. It is designed to facilitate international cooperation and knowledge exchange in the research sector. Researchers must have a specific research project at a Danish research institution or university.
- Startup Denmark Scheme:The Startup Denmark Scheme aims to attract entrepreneurs and startups to Denmark. Under this scheme, innovative and promising entrepreneurs can apply for a residence permit to establish and operate a startup in Denmark. The business idea must be approved by a panel of experts, and the entrepreneur must demonstrate sufficient financial means to support themselves during the initial period.
- Internship Scheme:The Internship Scheme allows non-EU/EEA students enrolled in higher education institutions outside Denmark to undertake internships in Danish companies or organizations. The internship must be a mandatory part of their education, and the student must have health insurance and financial means to cover their stay.
- Seasonal Work Scheme:The Seasonal Work Scheme permits non-EU/EEA citizens to work in Denmark temporarily for specific seasonal work, such as agriculture, tourism, or hospitality. The employment must be time-bound and is usually limited to certain months of the year.
- Green Card Scheme:The Green Card Scheme is designed for highly skilled non-EU/EEA citizens who wish to work and live in Denmark. Applicants are evaluated based on a point system, considering factors like education, work experience, language skills, and age. If they meet the required points threshold, they can apply for a residence permit under this scheme.
- Work and Residence Permit for Non-EU/EEA Graduates: This scheme allows non-EU/EEA students who have graduated from a Danish higher education institution to stay and work in Denmark for up to two years after completing their studies. Graduates must have a job offer related to their field of study and meet certain salary requirements to be eligible for a work and residence permit.
Note: Each scheme has its specific eligibility criteria and application process. For more detailed information and the most up-to-date requirements, applicants should refer to the official website of the Danish Immigration Service or the relevant Danish embassy/consulate.