Denmark's student residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA students pursuing higher education. Applied via the ST1 form at Danish diplomatic missions with biometric registration. Free tuition for EU/EEA citizens; non-EU students pay tuition but benefit from high teaching quality and the post-study Establishment Card program.
EU/EEA/Swiss/Nordic citizens: free tuition at public universities. Non-EU/EEA: EUR 10,000-17,000/yr depending on program (per 60 ECTS). Danish Government Scholarships available for select non-EU students, covering tuition and providing monthly stipend.
90 hours per month from September through May. Full-time work is permitted during June, July, and August. Work permit is included in the student residence permit. No separate permit needed.
| Program | Type | Duration | Min Degree | Work | PR Path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Year Job Seeking Permit | Job seeker | 36mo | Bachelors | Unrestricted | No |
| Job Seeking Permit (6 months, automatic) | Job seeker | 6mo | Bachelors | Unrestricted | No |
| Test | Purpose | Language | Min Score | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Admission | English | 6.5 | Most Danish university programs are offered in English. TOEFL iBT 83-90 also accepted depending on institution. |
| Studieproven (Danish) | Admission | Danish | Pass | Required for Danish-taught programs only. Studieproven is the national Danish language proficiency test for university admission. |
| Fee | Type | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residence Permit Application Fee | Application | $474 | One time |
Must submit ST1 form in person at nearest Danish diplomatic mission for biometric registration (facial image and fingerprints). CPR number assigned after arrival for health coverage. Denmark has opted out of some EU immigration directives. SIRI (Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration) processes applications.
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Last verified: May 3, 2026. Source