Recently, Denmark updated the list of the most indemand professions in the country. This socalled “positive list” offers nonEU citizens the opportunity to obtain a work and residence permit in the country. The sectors of Engineering, Health, Technology and Education are those most in need of qualified professionals, according to the survey updated by the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration.
What qualifications and professional experience are required?
Most positions require at least a college degree in the relevant field. However, for some applications, particularly in the IT sector, relevant professional experience is sufficient.
The list of occupational deficits is updated every six months on the basis of continuous monitoring of the labor market and consultations with unemployment insurance databases and regional labor market councils.
Procedure for applying for visas and working conditions
Those interested in applying for a residence and work permit must submit a job offer from a local employer. According to certain laws and regulations, some professions may require applicants to have technical certifications or even Danish citizenship.
Brazilians with a job offer must apply for a permit directly from the Danish government. The average processing time for inquiries is approx 30 days The current fee charged is approximately 6,290 Danish Krone R$4,520.
Life in Denmark
Denmark is considered one of the happiest and most developed countries in the world. The country consistently ranks at the top of the UN Global Happiness Report. However, if you want to enjoy “Danish happiness”, you also have to get used to the country’s cold climate, where the average temperature is 8 degrees all year round.