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Denmark
Pay Limit & Positive List schemes
1–3 months
Processing time
$6,500
Top monthly wage
$1,400
1BR rent / mo
High
Cost of living
Overview
Denmark recruits skilled workers through the Pay Limit Scheme (high-salary jobs) and the Positive List (shortage occupations). It offers strong work-life balance and high wages.
Pay Limit Scheme requires a minimum annual salary set by the authorities.
Pay Limit Scheme
For jobs paying above an annual salary threshold.
Positive List
For occupations with a shortage of qualified professionals.
EU Blue Card
For highly qualified roles meeting the salary level.
Fast-track Scheme
For certified employers to hire quickly.
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Average wages (monthly)
Software Engineer$5,600
Engineer$5,000
Doctor$6,500
Nurse$3,800
Skilled Tradesperson$3,200
Cost of living (monthly)
1-bedroom rent$1400
Food & groceries$400
Transport$100
Utilities$150
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