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FlashDenmarkSeptember 17, 2026

Denmark to Raise Salary Thresholds for Work Visas from October 1, 2026

PublishedEditorial policy

Denmark will update minimum salary requirements for its three main work permit schemes – Pay Limit, Fast Track, and Positive List – effective October 1, 2026. New thresholds will apply to all applications submitted on or after this date.

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Key takeaways

  • New salary thresholds take effect on October 1, 2026. Applications submitted before this date will follow old criteria; those submitted on or after will follow new criteria.
  • All three main work permit schemes – Pay Limit, Fast Track, and Positive List – are being updated simultaneously. If you are applying under one of these, confirm the new figures before submission.
  • Both employer and candidate must be aware of the new thresholds. A mismatch in salary will result in a refusal, regardless of qualifications.

Denmark Updates Work Permit Salary Thresholds

Effective October 1, 2026, Denmark will implement new minimum salary requirements for three key work permit schemes: the Pay Limit Scheme, the Fast Track Scheme, and the Positive List. These updated financial criteria will apply to all applications submitted on or after this date.

Practically, this means both employers and candidates must ensure that the proposed salary meets the new, higher thresholds. Applications filed before October 1, 2026, will be assessed under the current rules, while those submitted on or after this date will be subject to the updated requirements. This change impacts both foreign specialists and the companies hiring them.

If you are currently in Denmark or planning to relocate, it is crucial to verify the new thresholds directly with Styrelsen for International Rekruttering og Integration (SIRI) or your prospective employer. A discrepancy with the new requirements could lead to a refusal. Even a difference of a few thousand Danish Krone could result in an application rejection, making it advisable to submit your application before October 1, 2026, if you are confident in your current package.

Sources

Based on Emigro corridor reporting. Primary links below.

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