Post Study Work Options For International Students In Denmark

Denmark is the home to various top brands like Lego, Maersk, Carlsberg, Royal Copenhagen, Vestas etc. Denmark is also known for having a great work life balance which is why most international students choose to work in Denmark after their graduation. Take a look at job opportunities and post study work visa options in Denmark for International students below:  


Job Outlook for International Students after Studies

Here’s a quick look at the top fields for applying to jobs after MS in Denmark :

Area of Specialisation

Average Monthly Salary

Management

DKK 56,000 

Computer Science

DKK 43,000

Design 

DKK 36,000 

Mechanical Engineering 

DKK 42,000 

Statistics/ Data Science 

DKK 45,000


Work Visa & PR in Denmark

After your graduation, your resident permit (student visa) will remain valid for additional 6 months allowing you to seek employment in Denmark. You may apply for an Establishment Card if you have been awarded a degree in Denmark and wish to stay in the country. You must apply within 1 year of completing your studies. The application process usually takes a month. To apply, you must prepare the following documents:

  • Copy of all pages of your passport – including all empty pages and the passport’s front and back cover.
  • Documentation that you have completed a Danish higher education
  • Documentation that you can support yourself during your stay in Denmark

An Establishment Card is initially granted for 2 years. It is possible to extend your establishment card by an additional 1 year, if you are employed in a job relevant to a completed educational programme. When you have been granted an establishment card, you are allowed to work in any company and in any position in Denmark. 

You can apply for permanent residency in Denmark after four years of stay in Denmark provided you fulfil the following conditions 

  • Employed full-time in each of the last 4 years
  • Passed the Danish language exam, PD3
  • Earn at least 290,000 Kroner in each of the last two years
  • Pass an active citizenship (Medborgerskab) exam

Pursuing higher education in Denmark for Indian students can truly be a happy experience. The friendly people, great quality of life, excellent education system, and top Danish Universities are some of the benefits of studying in Denmark.  Professionals can help make your study abroad Denmark journey easy, so feel free to reach out to Yocket Counsellors today!