How to get Danish citizenship and what privileges await you
Residence permit
Denmark is a very popular immigration destination not only in the CIS and Europe but all over the world. The country offers a high standard of living, attractive wages, and excellent development opportunities. A permanent residence permit grants its holder all the rights of a Danish citizen, except the right to vote.
Residents of the State of Denmark are provided with social security and a high standard of living, free medical care, and secondary education.
How can I become a Danish citizen?
- Legal marriage to a citizen of an EU Member State (the possibility of a fictitious marriage is carefully checked by the immigration authorities).
The area where the family will live must be about 20 square meters per person. The dwelling can be owned or rented.
- Naturalisation. The procedure requires applicants to have lived in Denmark for at least 6 years and to pass a Danish language test. It is also necessary to confirm that the applicants have no criminal record or tax liabilities in their home country.
- Establishment of a private company or acquisition of an existing Danish organization. Many businessmen are discouraged by the high taxes in Denmark. But those who dare to take this step can open up great prospects. A stable economy, low levels of corruption, and no unnecessary bureaucratic barriers facilitate the development of any profitable business.
- Escape from political and social repression.
- Permanent and long-term employment in Danish companies. To immigrate to Denmark in this way, foreigners need to enter into employment contracts with local entrepreneurs.
- Long-term study abroad at a university in Denmark. All studies in the state are tuition-based, and there is no state funding for foreign students. All students must also be fluent in Danish and English.
Documents required
The standard application package for a permanent residence permit in Denmark includes:
1. Questionnaire and 1 photo (35 x 45 mm);
2. Foreign passport (copies accepted);
3. A valid residence permit;
4. Source of income (bank statement);
5. Health insurance;
6. Documents about the basis of stay;
7. Evidence of accommodation;
8. Receipt of a consular fee;
9. Successfully passed the Danish exam.
The maximum application processing time is 10 months. The fee is approximately DKK 4,500. The total cost of the procedure depends on your main place of residence. When you receive a permanent residence permit, the resident receives a plastic card with the right to free public health insurance.
Types of residence in Denmark
One can legally stay in the country only with a visa card.
There are the following types of visas to the country:
1. Visit visa for Denmark;
2. Tourist visa;
3. Work visa;
4. Student visa;
5. Danish visa for religious services;
6. Serbian visa for medical treatment or care;
7. A Serbian visa for property owners also entitles to a Danish residence permit, renewable annually for 5 years;
8. Pension visa for foreigners;
9. Danish business visa - an invitation from a Serbian company is required.
What are the benefits of living in Denmark?
- Denmark has one of the best work-life balances in the world. It is customary in this country to finish work after 3 p.m. At work, you may be told to work slower or less.
- There is a strong desire for an influx of highly skilled people in the country. Knowledge is power!
- The standard of living in Denmark is among the highest in Europe and the world.
- The Danish government is entrepreneur-friendly and very interested in promising start-ups. According to Doing Business, Denmark is the fourth easiest country to do business in.
- It has a transparent tax, legal and judicial system, minimal bureaucracy, and no corruption.
- Danish universities offer quality education based on modern teaching methods and many scholarship programs for foreigners.
- Everyone in Denmark speaks English, and at a very high level.
- Denmark has one of the best social welfare systems in the world.
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