Find a job i 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 find a job in Denmark

Looking for a job in Denmark while living in Sweden? Learn where to find vacancies, how to use Danish job portals, when to send unsolicited applications and what rules apply if you want to work in Denmark as a foreign national.

Work permits in Denmark

Planning to work in Denmark? The rules depend on your citizenship. Find out whether you need a work permit, where to apply and what to be aware of if you live in Sweden and work in Denmark.

How to write a job application in Denmark

Applying for a job in Denmark? Learn how to write a CV and cover letter, understand Danish job advertisements and tailor your application to Danish employers.

Look for work in Denmark with Swedish unemployment benefits

Are you receiving Swedish unemployment benefits and looking for work in Denmark? Here you can learn how to bring your benefits to Denmark for up to three months, what a PD U2 certificate is and what requirements apply.

Authorisation to work in Denmark

Planning to work in Denmark in a regulated profession? Find out whether you need Danish authorisation, where to check the requirements and how to have your qualifications assessed.

FAQ for third-country citizens living in Sweden

Are you a third-country citizen living in Sweden and planning to work in Denmark? Here you can find answers to frequently asked questions about work permits, residence permits and working as a cross-border commuter.

General rules for third-country citizens living in Sweden

If you are a third-country citizen living in Sweden, special rules apply if you want to work in Denmark as a cross-border commuter. Here you can learn more about work permits and residence permits.

Danish employment contracts

Find out what a Danish employment contract should include, which employment laws and collective agreements may apply to you, and how salary negotiations typically work in Denmark.

Holiday when you work in Denmark

Learn how holiday entitlement works in Denmark, how you earn and receive holiday pay, and what to do if you stop working in Denmark.

Salary in Denmark

If you work in Denmark, your salary depends on factors such as your sector, collective agreement, qualifications and pension. Here's what determines your pay and what to look for when comparing job offers.

Commuting to Denmark by car, ferry or train

If you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, you have several commuting options. Find out how to travel by car, ferry or train, where to buy commuter tickets and whether you're entitled to a travel deduction.

Border control when entering Sweden

If you commute between Denmark and Sweden, you must be able to show valid identification when entering Sweden. Find out which ID documents are accepted and what the border control rules are when travelling by train, car, bus or ferry.

Driving a Swedish-registered vehicle in Denmark

Can you drive a Swedish-registered vehicle in Denmark? The answer depends on where you live, how long you stay in Denmark and whether you drive a private or company vehicle. Find out which rules apply to your situation.

Border control when entering Denmark

Temporary border checks may be carried out when entering Denmark from Sweden. Find out which ID documents you need and what to expect if you travel by train, car, bus or ferry.