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Intern (Praktikant)
VisasDenmarkIntern (Praktikant)
DenmarkDenmark•Europe
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Intern (Praktikant)

Working Holiday

At a Glance

Processing Time

2–3 months

Estimated Cost

DKK kr 4,305

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

18 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

Practical work experience permit for students and recent graduates; up to 18 months renewable with work restricted to approved internship employer.

The Intern residence permit in Denmark allows foreign students or recent graduates to gain professional experience within a Danish workplace. The program bridges academic study with practical, hands-on training directly relevant to the applicant's field, ensuring coherent international development.

The permit lasts up to 18 months and is renewable, with a maximum of 2 years total residency. Application fees are DKK 4,305, with processing taking 2–3 months. Work is restricted to the approved internship employer only. Submit form PR1 to the Danish immigration authority.

This visa is ideal for young professionals aged 18–34 completing supervised internships in agriculture, healthcare, architecture, or technical fields before pursuing permanent employment.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1.5 years

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Contact the embassy or consulate for specific requirements

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

Min. Savings

89,112 EUR

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Internship pathway for recent graduates and students gaining hands-on training in their field
  • Clear work authorization with approved employer to build professional experience in Denmark
  • Low DKK 4,305 application fee with streamlined processing via Danish mission
  • Maximum 1-year internship period with conversion option to other Danish work visas
  • Open to ages 18-34 across green sector, healthcare, architecture, and technical fields

Worth Knowing

  • Work authorization strictly limited to single approved employer; employer change requires new permit
  • Requires DKK 89,112 (~USD 12,900 at 2026 rates) in financial reserves for first-year self-sufficiency
  • Spouse cannot work during internship period; dependents not qualifying to accompany
  • Green sector internships may offer extended tenure but require formal agricultural school enrollment
  • Non-renewable — cannot extend past 1 year; must convert to another visa or depart Denmark
  • Internship must have clear educational objective with employer alignment; cultural exchange disqualified
  • Limited to ages 18-34 with bachelor-level education minimum; graduates or current students only

Application Forms

Go to application portal
PR1Fill online

Verified Claims (12)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026
Fee Breakdown
Application fee: 4305 DKK
nyidanmark.dk
Fees
DKK 4,305
nyidanmark.dk
Forms
PR1
nyidanmark.dk
Application Portal
https://www.newtodenmark.dk/PR1
nyidanmark.dk
Official Info
https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Interns
nyidanmark.dk
Max Stay
Up to 18 months
nyidanmark.dk
Max Stay Estimate
type: days, initialDays: 548, notes: Up to 18 months across all sectors; up to 24 months for green s…
nyidanmark.dk
Max Total Years
2
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