If the sponsor changes grounds for the permit

See what affects it can have for you if your sponsor changes job within the same scheme or to a new scheme. We use the term 'sponsor' to refer to your family member, who is residing in Denmark to work or study.

If your sponsor changes job within the same scheme, e.g. the Pay Limit scheme, and therefore applies for a new residence and work permit, you do not need to submit a new application.

You do not need to submit a new application either if the sponsor changes from the Pay Limit scheme to the Positive list, for example.

If the sponsor changes to the Fast-track scheme, and you already hold a valid residence permit, you should only submit a new application as an accompanying family member if you want to be exempted from the rules that can cause your permit to lapse.

If the sponsor changes from the Fast-track scheme to the Pay Limit scheme, for example, you must submit a new application for a residence permit and pay the fee for the application. This is because you cannot keep the exemption from the rules that can cause your permit to lapse, as it is a condition that the sponsor holds a residence permit under the Fast-track scheme.

If the sponsor applies for a residence permit as e.g. a student or a guest researcher you must submit a new application for a residence permit.