Who needs it?

Nordic citizens

If you are a Nordic citizen, you do not need a residence permit. However, if you stay in Denmark for more than three months you can apply for a CPR number. Students staying for more than six months are required to obtain a CPR number. When going to the National Registry you need to bring documentation of your social security number from your home country and picture ID, i.e. passport.

EU/EEA citizens

You will need a residence permit only if you are staying in Denmark for more than three months. To obtain it, you must register at the State Administration for Central Jutland immediately after your arrival.

Please take note that a representative from the State Administration for Central Jutland will also be at the University at the beginning of the semester to receive your application.

In both cases, you need to bring the following documents:

• Valid passport
• A photocopy of your passport
• Two passport photos
• Residence application form
• Letter of admission

Non EU/EEA citizens

If you are planning to stay in Denmark for more than three months, you will need to obtain a residence permit. You are expected to apply for and receive the permit prior to your arrival in Denmark.

Procedure to apply for a residence permit for non EU/EEA citizens

How and where to apply?

Applications for a residence and a work permit must be submitted to a Danish representative office - in other words, an embassy or general consulate, in your home country. The application form (called 'ST1') can be obtained on the website of the Danish Immigration Service here or at any representative office. Please note that there is a processing fee for this application and that it takes approximately three months to obtain your permit.

Requirements

In addition to the completed ST1 application form, there are additional documents that must accompany your application.

• Copy of your valid passport (all pages including the front page)
• Two passport photos
• Proof (original documents) that you can support yourself financially while in Denmark (see below for more information)

Please be aware that the Danish Immigration Authorities require documentation of your ability to support yourself financially during the length of your stay. Prior to your departure, you will be asked to provide documentation from your bank or a receipt of scholarship certifying that you have the equivalent of DKK 4,200 per month during your intended stay.

In addition to the application form, your local representative office may ask for specific documentation. Make sure you comply with their requirements before applying.

Please read and complete the ST1 form in full before submitting your application with all required documentation. Failure to submit a completed application package will delay processing time.

In case of problems

If you have not received your residence permit before arriving in Denmark, contact the International Centre as soon as you arrive. You will be asked to present documentation proving that you have applied for a residence permit in due time.