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Denmark Cuts Minimum Salary for Foreign Workers to Boost Talent

7/1/2025

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Denmark is set to slash the minimum salary requirement for its Pay Limit work permit scheme from 514,000 kroner to 300,000 kroner. This bold move opens the door for foreign workers from 16 non-EU countries, helping Danish employers tap into much-needed talent in a tight job market while upholding fair labor standards.

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Denmark is set to slash the minimum salary requirement for its Pay Limit work permit scheme from 514,000 kroner to 300,000 kroner. This bold move opens the door for foreign workers from 16 non-EU countries, helping Danish employers tap into much-needed talent in a tight job market while upholding fair labor standards.