Working in Denmark

Starting work in Denmark: Your checklist

Are you starting work in Denmark? This checklist will help you prepare for your new job, from getting a CPR number and arranging your tax to healthcare, banking and pension.

Social security if you work in Denmark

If you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, you are usually covered by Danish social security. Find out which country you are insured in, what happens if you stop working in Denmark and how to protect your Swedish SGI.

Social security when working in Denmark and Sweden

Do you work in both Denmark and Sweden? Find out which country's social security system applies to you, how the 25% rule works and when you can apply for an exception.

Get a Danish CPR number or tax number

Whether you need a CPR number or a Danish tax number depends on whether you plan to move to Denmark or commute from Sweden. Find out which number applies to your situation and how to apply.

Public holidays 2025 – in Sweden and Denmark

In Øresunddirekt's unique comparison of Danish and Swedish holidays 2025, you will quickly get an overview of which days during the year are holidays in both Denmark and Sweden, and which holidays are unique for each country.

Public holidays 2026– in Sweden and Denmark

In Øresunddirekt's unique comparison of Danish and Swedish holidays 2026, you will quickly get an overview of which days during the year are holidays in both Denmark and Sweden, and which holidays are unique for each country.

Open a Danish bank account

If you work in Denmark, you will usually need a Danish bank account to receive your salary. Find out when you need a Danish account, how NemKonto works and whether you can use your Swedish bank account instead.

Sick leave and sickness benefits in Denmark

If you become ill while working in Denmark, your employment contract and Danish rules determine whether you receive full pay, sick pay or sickness benefits. Find out what applies and what to do if your sick leave is prolonged.

Time off to care for a sick child in Denmark

If your child becomes ill while you work in Denmark, find out when you may be entitled to paid leave, what your employment contract covers and what support is available if your child is seriously ill.

Guide to Danish and Swedish authorities

Find an overview of the Danish and Swedish authorities, public services and websites you may need when you work in Denmark and live in Sweden.

Guide to the Danish tax assessment notice

If you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, you need to check your Danish annual tax assessment notice. This guide shows you what to check, which deductions you may be entitled to and which boxes are particularly relevant for cross-border commuters.

Guide to the Swedish income tax return

If you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, you need to file a Swedish income tax return. This guide shows you how to report your Danish income, which deductions may be relevant and what you need to check before submitting your tax return.

Tax on remote work if you live in Sweden

Do you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, but work remotely some or all of the time? Find out where you pay tax on your salary, how the Öresund Tax Agreement applies to remote work and what you need to keep track of when working across borders.

Declaring tax when working in Denmark

If you work and pay tax in Denmark, you must file a Danish tax return. Find out how to manage your tax return online and what you need to do if you live in Sweden and work in Denmark.

Danish income tax: a short introduction

If you work in Denmark, you normally pay tax on your salary there, even if you live in Sweden. Learn how Danish income tax is structured and which taxes and deductions may apply to you.

Deductions with limited tax liability

If you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, you normally have limited tax liability in Denmark. Find out which Danish tax deductions you may be entitled to, including deductions for travel, unemployment insurance, trade union fees and pension contributions.

Deductions under the cross-border rule

If at least 75% of your total income is taxable in Denmark during an income year, you may choose to be taxed under the cross-border rule. This may give you access to additional Danish tax deductions for personal and family-related expenses.

Tax in Denmark: how to get started

If you have started working in Denmark, you need to register with the Danish Tax Agency. Find out how to get a CPR number, manage your preliminary income assessment and make sure the correct tax is deducted from your salary.

Danish tax scheme for researchers and highly paid employees

If you are a researcher or highly paid employee working in Denmark, you may qualify for a special Danish tax scheme, forskerskatteordningen. The scheme allows eligible employees recruited from abroad to pay tax at a fixed rate for a limited period.

Guide for cabin crew working in Denmark and living in Sweden

If you work as cabin crew in Denmark but live in Sweden, you typically pay income tax in Sweden. The same rules may apply to other employees, for example if you work with the operation of the Öresund Bridge. This guide takes you through what you need to arrange when you start working in Denmark.

Parental leave when you work in Denmark

If you work in Denmark, Danish rules apply to your parental leave. Find out about parental benefits, how much leave you can take and the rules for extending or postponing your leave.

Shared parental leave between Denmark and Sweden

If one parent works in Denmark and the other in Sweden, parental benefits must be coordinated between the two countries. Find out how days are deducted and what this means for your parental leave.

Child benefit when you work in Denmark

Should your child benefit be paid by Denmark or Sweden? The answer depends on where you and the other parent work or receive income. Find out which rules apply to your family.

Parental benefits when you live in Sweden and work in Denmark

If you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, find out what you need to do before and during parental leave, including notifying your employer, applying for Danish parental benefits and coordinating benefits between Denmark and Sweden.

Public healthcare when you work in Denmark

If you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, you are entitled to public healthcare and can choose which country to receive treatment in. Find out which health insurance cards you need and how to apply.

Dental care when you work in Denmark

If you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, you can receive subsidised dental care in both countries. Find out what you pay in Denmark and what you need to do before visiting a dentist in Sweden.

Medical help if you get ill in Denmark

If you live in Sweden and need medical help while you are in Denmark, find out who to contact in an emergency, outside normal opening hours or if you need to see a doctor.

Danish pension system: how pensions work in Denmark

If you work in Denmark, you may earn pension in Denmark. Get an overview of the Danish pension system, including public pension, occupational pension and private pension savings, and find out what you need to check as an employee.

Pension payments after working in Denmark

If you have worked in Denmark and live in Sweden, find out how to claim your Danish pension, who to contact and what you need to know about pension payments and tax.

Danish state pension and supplements

If you live in Sweden and have worked in Denmark, you may be entitled to Danish state pension. Find out how eligibility is determined, which supplements may be available and who to contact about your pension.

Labour market pension in Denmark

Not all employees in Denmark are covered by a labour market pension. Find out what to check in your employment contract, how contributions work and what happens to your pension if you stop working in Denmark or retire in Sweden.

Private pension savings in Denmark

If you work in Denmark, you can supplement your labour market pension with private pension savings. Find out about the three main types of private pension and how they are paid out.

ATP pension when working in Denmark

If you work in Denmark, you usually contribute to ATP pension through your salary. Find out how ATP contributions work, when your pension is paid and what you need to do if you live in Sweden.

FAQ: Danish pensions

If you live in Sweden and work or have worked in Denmark, find answers to common questions about Danish pensions, including pension savings, payments and taxation.

Danish trade unions: an introduction

If you work in Denmark, you can join a Danish trade union for advice and support with your pay and working conditions. Find out how Danish trade unions work, what they can help you with and what to consider when choosing one.

Unemployment insurance for cross-border workers in Denmark

If you live in Sweden and work in Denmark, the country where you should be insured depends on your employment situation. Find out when to join a Danish a-kasse and what to do if you become fully or partially unemployed.

Danish unemployment insurance funds: an introduction

If you work in Denmark, unemployment insurance can provide financial protection if you become unemployed. Find out how the Danish system works, what services are available and how to find the right fund for you.

Rules for artists and athletes in the Öresund region

If you work as a performing artist or athlete in Denmark or Sweden, special rules apply to tax, social insurance, unemployment funds and pension. Here you can find an overview of the most important rules and where to get guidance about your specific situation.