Do you want to work in Denmark? Find information on how to get your CPR number, what work permits may be needed and where to look for vacancies in Denmark.
If you are thinking of looking for a job in Denmark, you can find vacant posts here on Øresunddirekt, check company websites or send an unsolicited job application. You can find more tips on how to find your dream job in Denmark here.
The right to work in Denmark depends on your citizenship. Citizens who are not EU/EEA citizens must be extra aware of the rules on work permits and residence permits.
In Denmark, certain professions are what is known as "lovregulerede erhverv". That means that, in addition to the relevant training, you must have special authorisation to work within that profession in Denmark.
A good application consists of a personal letter and a CV. A good CV gives the reader a quick overview of your experience and skills. In the letter you describe why you are applying for the job and highlight some of the skills you have described in detail in your CV.
If you are interested in moving across Öresund and applying for a job in Denmark, you can apply for permission to export your Swedish unemployment benefits for up to three months.
As a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland, you do not benefit from the free movement of labour that enables you to work in all these countries without a work permit, but there may nevertheless be ways in which you can become a cross-border worker if you comply with certain conditions.
As a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland, you do not benefit from the free movement of labour. This means that if you live in Sweden, you do not automatically have the right to work in Denmark. But there are ways in which you can become a cross-border worker if you comply with certain conditions.
How to apply for a CPR number depends on your situation. There are different application procedures depending on if you plan to live in Denmark, or if you plan to commute to your job in Denmark.
Have you just got a job in Denmark?
We have the checklist with information about all the practical steps you need to take, and what you must consider.
