No statutory minimum wage – pay is set in collective agreements – a normal working week of around 37 hours and at least five weeks of paid holiday. Most positions do not require Danish. Find out which sectors are short of staff, where to look for a job and how to get your EU residence document, CPR number and tax card.
A Danish application usually consists of:
The Europass CV and cover letter editor can help you prepare documents that employers across Europe understand.
Diplomas and regulated professions: some professions in Denmark require an authorisation, and you can get an official assessment of your foreign education. Workindenmark explains where to apply on its page on work permits, authorisation and assessment.
Key figures: Eurostat (population on 1 January 2026; unemployment and employment rates 2025; minimum wages July 2026); for the United Kingdom – Office for National Statistics; for Liechtenstein – national statistics. Country information: EURES – Living and working conditions, public employment services and the official government websites listed under each country. Rules, thresholds and amounts can change – check the official sources before you move. Updated: October 2026.