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Denmark's Active Investor Visas

Visa program for innovative entrepreneurs looking to establish startups in Denmark's dynamic economy.

MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT

Discover Denmark - Active Investor Visas

Launch your innovative venture in Scandinavia's startup hub with world-class digital infrastructure and strong social support

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Mobility Asset Index Score
59.18%
Mobilità Tipo di risorsa
Visti per investitori attivi
Official Name
Start-up Denmark
Launched in:
2015
Online Submission:
Residency Privileges
(in months)
2
Adjudication Time
(in months)
4
Minimum Stay Requirement
(in days)
183
In-Country Presence Requirement
(in months)
6

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A Snapshot of Denmark - Active Investor Visas

A startup visa program for entrepreneurs to live and work in Denmark's innovative economy

Requisiti di idoneità

Intention to own or invest in a business in Denmark

Restrizioni degli antenati di ancoraggio

Mesi alla cittadinanza

Durata del visto

2 year visa

Mesi al visto

4 months

Requisito della presenza fisica

Must live in the country for at least 183 per year

Disponibilità

Online application available

Assegno familiare

Coniuge e figli

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How to Apply for Denmark - Active Investor Visas

Apply online through Start-up Denmark platform + Submit supporting documents at Danish embassy

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Il nostro team di esperti vi guiderà in ogni fase del processo di candidatura, offrendovi un'assistenza personalizzata e adatta alle vostre esigenze.

Preparazione del documento

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Presentazione della domanda

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FAQ's

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What kind of business qualifies?

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benefits

Benefits Denmark - Active Investor Visas

  • Access to Denmark's innovation-focused ecosystem with comprehensive social benefits
  • Two-year residence permit with possibility of extension
  • Full access to EU market and Scandinavian startup networks
  • Path to Permanent Residency after 4 years living in the country
  • Online Submission Allowed
  • No fixed-minimum investment required

Access to Denmark's innovation-focused ecosystem with comprehensive social benefits

Two-year residence permit with possibility of extension

Full access to EU market and Scandinavian startup networks

Path to Permanent Residency after 4 years living in the country

Online Submission Allowed

No fixed-minimum investment required

Paesi in cui si viaggia senza visto

159

Passport Validity

11 years, 5 for children

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REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for Denmark - Active Investor Visas

Check if you qualify based on your family history

Direct Ancestral Connection

Not applicable

Documentation

Business Plan+Proof of ownership stake+Proof of investment+Bank statements

Unbroken Chain of Citizenship

Not applicable

Legal Compliance

Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required

REQUIREMENTS

Requirements Denmark - Active Investor Visas

  • Business Plan+Proof of ownership stake+Proof of investment+Bank statements
  • Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required
  • Startup Denmark is dedicated to innovative businesses with growth potential+The Danish Business Authority’s Panel must approve your Business idea (usually with a detailed 5-year business plan)+The Panel evaluates several aspects such as how innovative is the business model, how attractive is the market, how scalable is the business and how capable is the applicant or team
  • Applicant must provide proof of sufficient funds to sustain in Denmark for the first year+The minimum requirement depends on the amount of dependants: if the apliccant will live in Denmark alone DKK 140,592 ($19,790 as of 2024); for the applicant and spouse DKK 281,184 ($39,570 as of 2024); for the applicant, spouse and one or more children DKK 327,432 ($46,075 as of 2024)

PROCESS

Active Investor Visas Process

#1

Initial Assessment

• Verify business experience

• Review investment thresholds

• Check eligibility criteria

• Select target market

#2

Business Planning

• Develop business plan

• Market analysis

• Financial projections

• Job creation plans

#3

Application Preparation

• Prepare investment documentation

• Business registration

• Source of funds verification

• Professional qualifications

#4

Submission & Review

• Submit business proposal

• Present to relevant authorities

• Complete background screening

• Provide additional documentation

#5

Implementation

• Receive visa approval

• Execute business plan

• Meet investment milestones

• Regular reporting requirements

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PROCESS

Timeline for Denmark - Active Investor Visas

DOCUMENTS

Documents Needed for Denmark - Active Investor Visas

Important Notes
• All documents must be original or certified copies
• Non-English documents require certified translations
• Documents must be apostilled where applicable
Personal Identification Documents
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Passport (and copy)+Biometrics+Passport-size pictures (following Schengen photo guideline)

Documenti dei registri vitali
Birth, marriage, and death certificates from applicant and ancestors

Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)

Proof of Residence Documents
Evidence of current residence status

Not applicable

Criminal Clearance Documents
Background check documentation

Clean Criminal Record certificate is required for the applicant

Financial Documents
Proof of payment and financial requirements

Proof of sufficient funds to support in Denmark

DOCUMENTS

Costs Associated with Denmark - Active Investor Visas

Pre-Application Costs
Essential document preparation and verification costs

Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences

Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization

Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services

Government Application Fees
Official fees charged by government authorities

Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees

$350

Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing

Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing

Post-Submission Costs
Costs after submitting your application

Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates

Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)

Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests

Professional Services
Optional external support services

Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees

Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services

Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services

Post-Acceptance Costs
Costs after approval

Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates

Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees

Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees

Rankings

GlobalPassport™ Mobility Asset Index

126

Classifica generale

Cost

Based on application fee

Residency Requirements

Based on residency requirements

Residency Privileges Length

Based on programs’s term

Processing Speed

Based on estimated processing time

Requisiti di idoneità

Based on entry requirements

Program Stability

Based on years of activity

Time to Permanent Residency

Based on permanent residency timeline

Rankings

Global Rankings/ Comparisions

Safety

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20

Costo della vita

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7

Quality of Life

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1

Healthcare Quality

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26

Internet Speed

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8

Human Freedom

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3

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