{"about":"Student visa facts for Denmark, as read on official pages. Each statement names its source and the day it was checked. Information, not legal advice; the visa authority decides.","publisher":"ForiForeign","page":"https://foriforeign.com/study-in/dk/student-visa","destination":{"code":"DK","name":"Denmark"},"visa":"Residence permit for higher education (study)","authority":"Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI)","official_portal":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB","last_checked":"2026-10-06","facts":[{"key":"admission_document","label":"The admission document you need first","text":"Admission to a full-time higher education programme in Denmark; part-time study does not qualify. The institution completes part one of ST1.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"documents","label":"Documents the official page lists","text":"","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15","list":["Receipt for the SIRI processing fee","Copy of all passport pages including empty pages and covers","Proof of funds (bank statement or scholarship/loan)","Enrolment proof from home institution (guest/exchange students)","Sworn declaration if not signing with MitID","Parental consent and birth certificate if under 18"]},{"key":"funds","label":"Money you must show","text":"DKK 7,426 per month (2026 level) times study months, capped at 12 months (DKK 89,112). Bank statement max 30 days old, in your own name.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15","amount":7426,"currency":"DKK","period":"per month, max 12 months"},{"key":"tuition_evidence","label":"Proof of tuition","text":"If you pay tuition and have already paid the first semester, that payment is accepted as proof of sufficient funds.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"application_fee","label":"What the application costs","text":"Processing fee DKK 3,060, paid before submitting via a case order ID. Missions may charge extra fees.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15","amount":3060,"currency":"DKK"},{"key":"health","label":"Health insurance","text":"The SIRI page lists no health insurance requirement for this permit.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"language","label":"Language","text":"You must understand the language of instruction well enough to actively participate in courses.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"where_to_apply","label":"Where you apply","text":"Online form ST1, or a paper application at a Danish diplomatic mission or application centre in your country of residence.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15","mode":"mixed"},{"key":"biometrics","label":"Fingerprints and photo","text":"Facial photo and fingerprints are mandatory; online applicants must record them within 14 days at a Danish mission or SIRI office.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"processing_time","label":"How long the decision takes","text":"Normal processing time is 2 months; up to 3 months if more information is needed.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"tb_or_medical","label":"Medical examination","text":"No TB test or medical examination is listed on the SIRI page.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"police_certificate","label":"Police certificate","text":"No police certificate is listed on the SIRI page.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"translation","label":"Translations","text":"SIRI may require documents to be translated before you submit the application.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"legalisation","label":"Legalisation of documents","text":"The SIRI study page does not state a legalisation or apostille requirement.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"work_rights","label":"Working while you study","text":"State-approved programmes: 90 hours/month September–May, full time June–August. Non-state-approved applications from 2 May 2025 get no work right. A job-seeking permit may follow graduation.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"dependants","label":"Family members","text":"Spouse, registered or cohabiting partner and children under 18 may join students in state-approved programmes; not non-state-approved applications from 2 May 2025.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"},{"key":"on_arrival","label":"After you arrive","text":"Register your Danish address in the CPR system and put your name on the mailbox; the residence card is posted there.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"}],"fees":[{"kind":"government_fee","label":"Visa fee (government)","amount":3060,"currency":"DKK","period":null,"up_to":false,"text":"Processing fee DKK 3,060, paid before submitting via a case order ID. Missions may charge extra fees.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-09-15"}],"how_to_apply":[{"key":"how_application","label":"How the application is lodged","text":"You first create a case order ID and pay the fee, then your educational institution fills in part one of the online ST1 form and you complete your part. Within 14 days you must have your biometrics recorded at a Danish mission or application centre.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-10-06","portal_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","portal_name":"SIRI online application form ST1 (newtodenmark.dk)","form_name":"ST1"},{"key":"how_payment","label":"How the fee is paid","text":"The fee is paid online before you submit the application, linked to your case order ID. The payment options shown are card (Dankort, Visa, Mastercard) or international bank transfer, and you attach the payment receipt to the application.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-10-06"},{"key":"how_tracking","label":"Following your application","text":"SIRI has no live status tracker on this page; it notifies you if something is missing or when the case is decided. Keep your case order ID for all contact with SIRI.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-are-waiting-for-an-answer/Study-and-PhD/","checked_at":"2026-10-06"},{"key":"how_processing_time","label":"Processing time, as the application page states it","text":"SIRI states a normal processing time of 2 months for higher education students. If further information is needed it can take up to 3 months.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-10-06"},{"key":"how_decision_and_passport","label":"The decision and your passport","text":"If granted, the residence card is posted automatically to your address registered in the Danish CPR system. Your name must be on your mailbox or the card may go back to SIRI.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education","checked_at":"2026-10-06"},{"key":"how_additional_documents","label":"If more documents are asked for","text":"SIRI contacts you if it needs more information; if you are abroad this goes through the Danish mission. You can also send new information to SIRI by email or by post.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-are-waiting-for-an-answer/Study-and-PhD/","checked_at":"2026-10-06"}],"steps":[{"n":1,"title":"Get admitted","detail":"Be admitted full time to a higher education programme at a publicly accredited or state-approved institution.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education"},{"n":2,"title":"Create case order ID","detail":"Create a case order ID for the application before anything else.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education"},{"n":3,"title":"Pay the fee","detail":"Pay the SIRI processing fee and keep the receipt or bank statement as proof.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education"},{"n":4,"title":"Gather documents","detail":"Collect passport copy (all pages), proof of funds, fee receipt and any declarations; translate documents if required.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education"},{"n":5,"title":"Complete form ST1","detail":"Your institution completes its part first; you then complete your part online or on the printable form.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education"},{"n":6,"title":"Submit","detail":"Online applications are submitted automatically; paper applications go to a Danish mission or application centre where you live.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education"},{"n":7,"title":"Record biometrics","detail":"Give facial photo and fingerprints at a Danish mission or SIRI branch office, within 14 days if you applied online.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education"},{"n":8,"title":"Receive answer and residence card","detail":"SIRI sends the decision; the residence card goes to your address registered in the CPR system.","source_url":"https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-education"}],"not_stated_on_the_official_pages":[],"applicant_country_pages":[{"country":"PK","name":"Pakistan","page":"https://foriforeign.com/study-in/dk/student-visa/from/pakistan"}]}