Special individual qualifications
You have been offered a job in Denmark so closely linked to you that only you can carry it out. E.g. you are a performer or an artist, an athlete or a specialised chef.
Normal processing time
1 month
Please note: At the moment, the processing time is prolonged and can be expected to take
1-4 months
Processing fee
DKK 4,670,-
Below you will find a step-by-step guide to submitting an application to the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI).
It is important that you have carefully read the conditions for being granted a residence permit before you begin step 1. You can do this on the tab “Need to know” on the left.
If you are a commuter and will not be residing in Denmark and for this reason will only apply for a work permit, you do not need to create a case order ID or pay a fee. Instead you kan go directly to step 3. Read more about commuting here.
When submitting an application or appeal with a fee, you must first create a case order ID.
All fees are regulated every year on 1 January. Make sure to create your Case Order ID, pay the fee and submit your application in the same calendar year. If you pay the fee before 1 January and submit your application after 1 January, your application may be rejected.
If no case order ID is shown in the field below, please type your case order ID and click on View payment status.
Payment options
Pay using your Dankort, VISA or MasterCard |
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Pay by international bank transfer |
International transferCase Order ID: Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration
Styrelsen for International Rekruttering og Integration (SIRI) Danske Bank SKB Danske Bank SKB |
Pay online using your Danish internet bank |
Danish internet bankDanish internet bank This page tells you which information is required when paying the fee online using a Danish internet bank. Pay using Danish internet bank Please include the following information when paying the fee online using a Danish internet bank. You can download a payment form that shows you all the required information needed when paying from a Danish internet bank. This payment form can only used for payment from a Danish internet bank. Download payment form as PDF (only to be used for a Danish internet bank) |
It is a good idea to gather the necessary documents before you start to complete the application form. You can use the check list below.
If you submit documents not written in English, German, Norwegian, Swedish or Danish, you must also submit certified translations into Danish or English.
You must submit
If you are an athlete or coach you must also submit
Expect to use
30 minutes
completing the application
2 persons
You and your employer are each required to complete a part of the form.
In this step you and your employer have access to the relevant application forms. You can choose between an online form and a print form. It is best to use the online form as it is both safer and more efficient.
Make sure that you have completed all the preceeding steps before you begin.
All our application forms contain careful instructions on how to complete the form and what kind of documents you must submit along with the form.
You can read more about how we process your personal data here.
Online applications
If you apply online, you must choose between these two online application forms:
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AR1 online, in which you and your employer each are required to complete separate parts of the form
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AR6 online, in which you grant your employer power of attorney to apply on your behalf
In the AR1 online form your employer must complete the first of the two parts of the form. When your employer has completed his or her part, a reference number and password will be shown, which your employer must pass on to you. You are then able to open the online application and complete your part.
In the AR6 online form only your employer must complete the form
Read more about power of attorney and download an approved power of attorney standard here.
Make sure you have all documents ready in digital form, in order to attach them as you complete the application form.
If you do not have a NemID, you must sign, scan and attach to the application the document 'Sworn declarations and information'.
You can download the document 'Sworn declarations and information' here (also available in the form)
Use the online form AR1 Use the online form AR6
Printable application forms
In the printable application form AR1 your employer must complete part 2 of the form. When your employer has completed his or her part, you must complete your part. Once parts 1 and 2 have been completed, they must be submitted together – read more in the next step.
You must submit the necessary documents with the application.
The printable application form in Word format can be completed on screen before you print. The application form in pdf format must be printed first and then completed by hand.
You have applied online
If you have applied online, your application has already been submitted. Read more about having your biometrics recorded in the next step.
You are are submitting the application abroad
The application can be submitted to a Danish diplomatic mission or an application centre in the country where you are residing.
In certain countries Denmark does not have a diplomatic mission or application centre. In these instances the list will refer you to one of the Norwegian missions with which Denmark has made an agreement or to the nearest Danish diplomatic mission or application centre in the region.
We recommend that you visit the local diplomatic mission’s webpage to get more information before you submit the application. The individual diplomatic mission can have additional requirements regarding payment of additional fees, submission of additional passport photos or additional copies of the application.
You are submitting the application in Denmark
If you are residing legally in Denmark, you are normally able to submit the application in Denmark. This is the case, if you:
- hold a valid visa
- is exempt from the visa requirement or
- already hold a valid residence permit.
Read more about the legal residence requirement and submission of your application in Denmark.
You can submit the applicaton in one of SIRI’s branch offices.
You can also send the application to SIRI.
When you apply for a residence permit, you must have your biometric features recorded. This means that you must have a facial photo taken and your fingerprints recorded. The facial photo and your fingerprints will be stored on a microchip embedded in the residence card, which will be issued to you if you are granted a permit.
If you do not agree to have your biometric features recorded, your application will be rejected. This means that your application will not be processed.
Read more about biometrics here.
You have applied online
If you have submitted an online application form, you must have your biometric features recorded no later than 14 days after you submitted your application.
Your biometric features can be recorded at a Danish diplomatic mission abroad or in one of SIRI’s branch offices.
If you are unable to have your biometric features recorded within the time limit of 14 days, because you are unable to book an appointment at a Danish diplomatic mission, you can inform us by email of the appointed time you will have your biometrics recorded. This way you can avoid having your application rejected.
You are are submitting the application abroad
If you submit an printable application form, you can have your biometric features recorded at a Danish diplomatic mission or an application centre in the country, where you reside.
In certain countries Denmark does not have a diplomatic mission or application centre. In these instances the list will refer you to one of the Norwegian missions with which Denmark has made an agreement or to the nearest Danish diplomatic mission or application centre in the region.
If you submit your application to a Norwegian diplomatic mission, you must also submit one passport photo. If you are granted a residence permit based on your application, you must within a specific time frame afte you entry to Denmark have your biometric features recorded.
We recommend that you visit the local diplomatic mission’s webpage to get more information before you submit the application. The individual diplomatic mission can have additional requirements regarding payment of additional fees, submission of additional passport photos or additional copies of the application.
You are submitting the application in Denmark
If you are residing legally in Denmark, you are normally able to have your biometric features recorded in Denmark. This is the case, if you:
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hold a valid visa
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is exempt from the visa requirement or
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already hold a valid residence permit.
Read more about the legal residence requirement and submission of your application in Denmark.
You can have your biometric features recorded in one of SIRI’s branch offices.
You can also send the application to SIRI.
If you are a commuter and does not reside in Denmark and for this reason will only apply for a work permit, you do not need to have your biometrics recorded.
You have submitted your application succesfully if you have:
- created a case order ID
- paid the fee
- submitted the application
- had your biometric features recorded
You can see the normal case processing time to the right on this page. When we make a decision in your case, you will receive an answer.
SIRI will contact you or your employer if we need further information to process your case.
Read more about what you can expect while you are waiting for an answer.