Au Pair Residence Permit
Young people living with a Danish host family doing light chores in exchange for board and pocket money.
The Au Pair Residence Permit is a Danish work & skilled visa. This guide covers who it's for, the key eligibility criteria, the indicative 2025 cost (~DKK 4,565 (paid by host family)) and processing time (~1-2 months), the route to permanent residence, common pitfalls and FAQs.
Who the Au Pair Residence Permit is for
Young people living with a Danish host family doing light chores in exchange for board and pocket money.
Au pair stays do not count toward permanent residence.
Au Pair Residence Permit - eligibility criteria
- Aged 17-29
- Unmarried and without children of your own
- Adequate English or Danish to communicate with host family
- Approved host family with children at home
- Pocket money and board/lodging per official rules
Au Pair Residence Permit cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Au Pair Residence Permit (Denmark) is ~DKK 4,565 (paid by host family), with an indicative processing time of ~1-2 months. Figures are for 2025 and may change - confirm at SIRI / New to Denmark.
| Type | Temporary |
|---|---|
| Where you apply | Online via nyidanmark.dk; outside or inside Denmark |
| Length of stay | Up to 24 months |
| Work rights | Light household duties for host family only (max ~30 hrs/week) |
| Study rights | May attend e.g. language courses in free time |
| Government fee | ~DKK 4,565 (paid by host family) |
| Processing time | ~1-2 months |
| Route to PR | Au pair stays do not count toward permanent residence. |
Pathway & next steps
Au pair stays do not count toward permanent residence.
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Common Au Pair Residence Permit pitfalls we fix
Au Pair Residence Permit - frequently asked questions
How much does the Au Pair Residence Permit cost?
The Au Pair Residence Permit government fee is ~DKK 4,565 (paid by host family). Figures are indicative for 2025; always confirm current fees at SIRI / New to Denmark before applying.
How long does the Au Pair Residence Permit take to process?
Indicative processing time is ~1-2 months. Actual timeframes vary with caseload, completeness and your circumstances.
Does the Au Pair Residence Permit lead to permanent residence?
Au pair stays do not count toward permanent residence.
Can I work on the Au Pair Residence Permit?
Work rights: Light household duties for host family only (max ~30 hrs/week).
Who can apply for the Au Pair Residence Permit?
Young people living with a Danish host family doing light chores in exchange for board and pocket money.
Sources & official references
This guide is compiled from official Denmark government sources and is updated periodically. Eligibility, fees and processing times change - always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before you apply:
- SIRI / New to Denmark - official Denmark immigration authority