Denmark Positive List 2025—Shortage Jobs & How to Use Them
Denmark publishes two lists of shortage professions—Higher Education & Skilled Work—updated twice a year (1 Jan & 1 Jul). Being on a list helps recruitment, but you must still meet Danish terms. Ny i Danmark+2Ny i Danmark+2
Latest update snapshot
Official news confirms list refreshes as of 1 January 2025 (counts vary by update cycle). Ny i Danmark
If your role isn’t listed
Apply via Pay Limit Scheme (DKK 514,000) or, if eligible, Supplementary Pay Limit (DKK 415,000) / Fast-Track. Ny i Danmark+1
How Advisocate helps
- Map your job title to the correct DISCO/SOC code used in the list.
- Align your contract with Danish salary & benefits standards. Ny i Danmark
