Find a job in Denmark

Here you can find a lot of information about how to find a job in Denmark, learn about employment rules and regulations, and get prepared for commuting between Sweden and Denmark.

How to look for a job in Denmark

If you are thinking of looking for a job in Denmark, you can find vacant posts here on Øresunddirekt, other vacancy banks, check company websites or send an unsolicited job application. You can find more tips on how to find your dream job in Denmark here.

Apply for a job in Denmark with Swedish unemployment benefits

If you are interested in moving across Öresund and applying for a job in Denmark, you can apply for permission to export your Swedish unemployment benefits for up to three months.

Permission to work in Denmark

The right to work in Denmark depends on your citizenship. Citizens who are not EU/EEA citizens must be extra aware of the rules on work permits and residence permits.

Jobs in Denmark that require authorisation

In Denmark, certain professions are what is known as "lovregulerede erhverv". That means that, in addition to the relevant training, you must have special authorisation to work within that profession in Denmark.

How to write a good application when applying for a job in Denmark

A good application consists of a personal letter and a CV. A good CV gives the reader a quick overview of your experience and skills. In the letter you describe why you are applying for the job and highlight some of the skills you have described in detail in your CV.

General rules for third country citizens living in Sweden or Denmark

As a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland, you do not benefit from the free movement of labour that enables you to work in all these countries without a work permit, but there may nevertheless be ways in which you can become a cross-border worker if you comply with certain conditions.

FAQ for third country citizens living in Sweden

As a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland, you do not benefit from the free movement of labour. This means that if you live in Sweden, you do not automatically have the right to work in Denmark. But there are ways in which you can become a cross-border worker if you comply with certain conditions.

Danish employment contracts

Get a quick overview of what should be included in a Danish employment contract and tips on salary negotiations. Sometimes employment contracts in Denmark are drawn-up between the employer and the employee, without the involvement of a trade union.

Holiday when you work in Denmark

If you work in Denmark, you are subject to the Danish holiday legislation called "Ferieloven". Normally, you accrue 2,08 holidays per month that you can take the following month. The Danish holiday year starts on the 1st September.

Salaries in Denmark

Several factors combine to determine what salary you get paid in Denmark. It matters, for example, whether you are working in the private or public sector. Salary benefits and pension contributions also affect how attractive your salary is.

Commuting to Denmark by car, ferry or train

It is easy to commute from Sweden to a job in Denmark by car, motorcycle, ferry or train. Below we give you a brief introduction to different options and some links, so you can determine the best way to commute to your job.

Border control when entering Sweden

The Swedish police carry out border control when you travel from Denmark to Sweden. This means that you must show valid identification when entering Sweden. Read about the implications this has for commuters between Sweden and Denmark and the type of identification that is accepted.

Permission to drive a Swedish registered vehicle in Denmark

If you want to drive a car in Denmark that is registered in Sweden, you should be aware that there are strict limitations depending on whether you commute across the Sound, live temporarily in Denmark or have a permanent address in Denmark.