Denmark Pay Limit Scheme 2025—Eligibility, Salary & How to Apply
Why this route? If you have a Danish job offer and meet the official minimum salary, you can get a residence & work permit under the Pay Limit Scheme. The 2025 minimum is DKK 514,000 (regulated annually on 1 January). A separate Supplementary Pay Limit track applies at DKK 415,000 (primarily for Fast-Track certified employers). Ny i Danmark+3Ny i Danmark+3Ny i Danmark+3
Who qualifies
- Concrete job offer from a Danish employer meeting the scheme’s minimum salary and Danish employment standards (holiday, notice, pension). Ny i Danmark
- If your employer is SIRI-certified, you may use Fast-Track (faster processing; includes the Supplementary Pay Limit track at DKK 415,000). Ny i Danmark
Documents checklist (Advisocate-prepped)
- Signed contract (job title, gross annual salary, hours, start date).
- Job description & education proof (degrees, transcripts).
- Employer details (CVR/company registration; SIRI certification if Fast-Track). Ny i Danmark
Processing & timelines—what to expect
- Submit online to SIRI → biometrics → decision.
- If your job is on the Positive List (updated 1 Jan/1 Jul), hiring is easier but standards still apply. Ny i Danmark
- Lose your job? You may be eligible for a job-seeking permit (rules vary—ask us to check your case). Ny i Danmark
Costs & compliance
- Salary must be paid to a Danish account and be usual/standard for the role. Ny i Danmark
Common pitfalls (we fix these upfront)
- Contract shows monthly pay but not annual total (SIRI checks the annual figure).
- Benefits counted as salary that don’t qualify (e.g., per-diems).
- Offer letter lacks specific hours or job duties.
