Denmark Lowers Work Permit Salary Threshold for Chinese Citizens

Chinese job seekers in the Öresund region will face lower Danish work permit requirements. The Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration shared details of a new scheme. This policy directly benefits Chinese workers and students looking for Danish jobs.

Starting in January 2027, qualifying foreign workers can obtain permits at lower salaries. Certified employers can hire eligible staff at 322,000 Danish kroner per year. The new rule operates under Denmark's new Collective Agreement Scheme. China is among 16 qualifying countries included in the program. Employer certifications for the program will open in December 2026. This update was originally reported by Settio Insights.