| Money you must show | DKK 7,426 a month (2026 level), at most DKK 89,112 DKK 89,112 is the ceiling for programmes longer than a year. Proof that you have paid the first semester's tuition is accepted instead. Source: SIRI: New to Denmark, checked 2 November 2026 |
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| Visa fee | DKK 3,060 Residence permit processing fee, paid to SIRI before you submit the application. Source: SIRI: New to Denmark, checked 2 November 2026 |
| Work while you study | 90 hours a month from September to May, full time in June, July and August State-approved programmes only. Students on non-state-approved programmes who applied after 2 May 2025 have no work rights. Source: SIRI: New to Denmark, checked 2 November 2026 |
| Stay after you graduate | Job-seeking permit of 3 years for most state-approved degrees, 6 months in some cases Same 90-hour work limit, unless you apply for an unrestricted work permit, which lets you work full time from the day you apply. Source: SIRI: New to Denmark, checked 3 November 2026 |