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What factors make foreign workers leave Denmark early?

4 weeks ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

Only 7.7 percent of respondents told the Expat Survey 2025 that they had decided to cut short their stay in Denmark, but for them the social aspects, particularly a lack of feeling included in the workplace, was the biggest problem, with an average rating of 2.8 on a scale of 4. "Diversity is something you can measure: How many internationals?
TELL US: What's it like moving from a Muslim nation to Denmark for work?

1 month ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

We'd love to hear from readers, particularly those from the countries above, about their experiences moving to Denmark for work purposes. Is it really harder to adapt than it is for people from other regions, as the Conservatives seem to be arguing? Have a look at the survey below and let us know your thoughts. If the survey doesn’t appear in your browser, CLICK HERE.
Danish opposition protests closed-door hearing on US defence deal

1 month ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

The proposed hearing - scheduled to assess the legal and constitutional implications of the US-Denmark defence cooperation agreement - is to be held behind closed doors, sparking outcry from opposition parties and transparency advocates. “It’s a consequential proposal, and it’s clear the government wants to obscure the process,” independent MP Theresa Scavenius told the Ritzau newswire.
Why doesn't Denmark have a national day like Norway's May 17th?

1 month ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

Part of the reason Norway goes so much bigger on Constitution Day is that its constitution was so much more significant. Its signing signaled the rebirth of a nation after more than 400 years as the junior half of Denmark-Norway, whereas the signing of Denmark's simply spelled the end of absolute monarchy.
EXPLAINED: Which nationals are least likely to receive a visa to Denmark?

1 month ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

How does Denmark's visa system work? Visitors require a visa to enter Denmark unless they come from one of the Nordic, EU or EEA countries, or hold a residence card or residence permit from one of these countries. On top of this, there is a long list of countries which enjoy visa-free entry, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the US and UK, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico and Peru.
Why the majority of Denmark's international students now study in Copenhagen

1 month ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

The number of international students coming to the Capital Region of Denmark increased by nearly 50 percent over a decade, with 2,500 international students coming in 2012 and 3,700 in 2022, according to new figures published by Copenhagen Municipality. In the rest of Denmark, however, the intake of international students fell by around 40 percent, dropping from 3,900 in 2012 to just 2,300 in 2022.
IN DATA: Copenhagen's struggle to keep its international workers

1 month ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

Denmark between 2012 and 2022 was hardly welcoming to foreign workers. With ever-tightening citizenship requirements and more complex work permit rules, you could almost call the country hostile. But that didn't stop foreign workers from streaming into the capital, according to new statistics from the city government published on Friday. The number of foreign workers in Copenhagen more than doubled between 2012 and 2022 to around 107,000.
KEY POINTS: What changes about life in Denmark in May 2025?

2 months ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

Citizenship fee hiked 50 percent to 6,000 kroner On May 1st, the fee for applying for Danish citizenship will be hiked from 4,000 to 6,000 kroner, something the government argues is necessary to cover the full cost of processing applications. Applicants who were born in Denmark or arrived in the country before they were 8 years old will have to pay a reduced fee of 4,000 kroner when applying for citizenship after they turn 18.
Buses to replace trains on commuter route north of Copenhagen

2 months ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

Between May 2nd and June 1st and again from June 23rd to July 11th, Denmark's track operator, Banedanmark, will close both tracks on the S-Bahn line between Svanemøllen in outer Østerbro and the popular commuter town of Hillerød. "During the track work in May, DSB will replace the S-trains with train buses – both along and across the Hillerød Line," Tony Bispeskov, head of information at DSB, said in a press release.
What proportion of foreign nationals stay in Denmark for the long term?

2 months ago | thelocal.dk | Richard Orange

There's no doubt that it makes more sense to keep highly-skilled foreign workers coming to Denmark in the country, rather than having to keep recruiting new employees internationally to make up for those who choose to move elsewhere. National data do not appear to suggest that Denmark is seeing declining retention rates for foreign arrivals, or that the number of foreigners leaving the country is starting to overtake the number arriving.