Fast-Track Scheme
Employees of certified large employers needing to start work quickly or on multiple short stays.
The Fast-Track Scheme is a Danish work & skilled visa. This guide covers who it's for, the key eligibility criteria, the indicative 2025 cost (~DKK 6,055) and processing time (~1 month; can start work on filing under certain tracks), the route to permanent residence, common pitfalls and FAQs.
Who the Fast-Track Scheme is for
Employees of certified large employers needing to start work quickly or on multiple short stays.
Counts toward permanent residence after 8 years (or 4 with extra conditions).
Fast-Track Scheme - eligibility criteria
- Employer is certified by SIRI
- Use one of the four tracks (pay limit, researcher, short stay, short commute)
- Salary and terms at Danish market standards
- Concrete job with the certified company
- Pay limit track requires meeting the salary threshold
Fast-Track Scheme cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Fast-Track Scheme (Denmark) is ~DKK 6,055, with an indicative processing time of ~1 month; can start work on filing under certain tracks. 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 4 years, renewable |
| Work rights | Full work rights, with start-work-immediately track |
| Study rights | May study alongside work |
| Government fee | ~DKK 6,055 |
| Processing time | ~1 month; can start work on filing under certain tracks |
| Route to PR | Counts toward permanent residence after 8 years (or 4 with extra conditions). |
Pathway & next steps
Counts toward permanent residence after 8 years (or 4 with extra conditions).
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Common Fast-Track Scheme pitfalls we fix
Fast-Track Scheme - frequently asked questions
How much does the Fast-Track Scheme cost?
The Fast-Track Scheme government fee is ~DKK 6,055. Figures are indicative for 2025; always confirm current fees at SIRI / New to Denmark before applying.
How long does the Fast-Track Scheme take to process?
Indicative processing time is ~1 month; can start work on filing under certain tracks. Actual timeframes vary with caseload, completeness and your circumstances.
Does the Fast-Track Scheme lead to permanent residence?
Counts toward permanent residence after 8 years (or 4 with extra conditions).
Can I work on the Fast-Track Scheme?
Work rights: Full work rights, with start-work-immediately track.
Who can apply for the Fast-Track Scheme?
Employees of certified large employers needing to start work quickly or on multiple short stays.
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