High-Income Work Permit

Yes. Your spouse, cohabiting partner, and children under 18 can join you. They receive open work rights and 100% free access to the Danish healthcare and education systems.

No. The Pay Limit Scheme is based on the salary level alone. You do not need a specific university degree as long as the compensation meets the DKK 552,000 floor.

Generally after 8 years of stay, or 4 years if you meet supplementary criteria such as high income, Danish language proficiency (PD3), and no criminal record.

You typically have a 6-month grace period to live in Denmark while searching for a new job that also meets the Pay Limit criteria without needing to leave the country.

No. A Pay Limit permit is tied to the specific employer and role stated in your application. If you switch jobs, you must apply for a new permit.