Danish Universities Back Security Vetting for Foreign Applicants
Danish university leaders back a government bill allowing background checks and rejection of foreign degree applicants from high-risk countries like China.
2026年10月23日
/ DANGDI / DANGDI / DANGDI /Danish universities have backed a bill to screen foreign applicants from high-risk countries. The proposed rules target prospective students from countries including China, Russia, and Iran. If passed, institutions can perform background checks and reject applicants deemed security risks.
Leaders from Denmark's research universities endorsed the proposal on October 16, 2026. The new policy applies to both bachelor's and master's degree admissions. Previously, security screening mainly focused on advanced academic research projects. This change directly affects non-EU and Chinese students planning degree studies in Denmark.
Source: Times Higher Education
