Residence permits for non-EU/EEA citizens
As a non-EU/EAA citizen you can be granted a Danish residence permit to study in Denmark.
To be granted a residence permit, you must prove in writing that:
- You have been accepted as a student to a higher education course/programme at a university, college or institute that has been approved by the Danish government
- You are either completing an entire educational programme offered by a Danish institution of higher learning or are a visiting/guest student attending part of a programme that you have already commenced in your country of residence
- You can support yourself financially for the duration of your stay. (Please note: foreign students do not usually receive state grants or benefits in Denmark. If you make a false claim for such assistance, your residence permit may be revoked and you risk deportation)
- You have paid in advance for at least the first semester of your course if tuition fees apply.
- You can speak and understand at least one of the following languages: Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, English or German
How to apply for a student residence permit
Bareful when filling out your application. An incorrectly completed form could jeopardise your chances of success. The process is as follows:
- First, a representative of the educational institution in Denmark will complete section two of the application form, attach the required documents and send it on to you.
- Complete section one and attach your own supporting documents. Next, submit the application in its entirety at the nearest Danish embassy or general consulate in your home country. It will then be forwarded to the Danish Immigration Service for processing.
NEW: BIOMETRIC RESIDENCE CARDS FOR ALL NON-EU STUDENTS
As of 20 May 2012, all non-EU citizens aged over 18 must have their photograph, fingerprints and signature recorded digitally when they submit their application for a Danish residence permit. See where to apply for a biometric residence permit after May 20, 2012 (list is subject to change).
As of 1 January 2011, a processing fee will normally be charged when applying for a residence permit or an extension of a residence permit. For further information about fees, please visit www.nyidanmark.dk
Useful links
How to apply for a residence permit to study in Denmark
http://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-us/coming_to_dk/studies/how_to_apply.htm
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