Start working in Denmark

Do you want to work in Denmark? Find information on how to get your CPR number, what work permits may be needed and where to look for vacancies in 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.

CPR number - Danish personal tax and ID number

How to apply for a CPR number depends on your situation. There are different application procedures depending on if you plan to live in Denmark, or if you plan to commute to your job in Denmark.