April 15th, 2025 at 05:19 am

Denmark Updates Positive List in April 2025: New Occupations Eligible for Work Visas

In a strategic move to strengthen its reputation as a welcoming economy, Denmark updated its Positive List in April 2025. This update encourages professionals worldwide to apply for fast-tracked work visas.

The new list includes numerous in-demand occupations across sectors like healthcare, IT, education, and engineering. If you meet the qualifications, Denmark might be the perfect destination for you.

Why Choose Denmark?

Denmark stands out among countries like the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. While other nations often burden applicants with red tape, Denmark provides a streamlined immigration experience. The country is known for its excellent work-life balance and generous family inclusion policies.

Furthermore, it ranks as one of the happiest societies globally. Denmark’s approach focuses on filling genuine labor shortages with qualified global talent. In return, it offers stability, security, and a prosperous future.

New Occupations on Denmark’s Positive List

The updated Positive List now features several newly added occupations eligible for residence and work permits. Here’s a summary of these roles, along with their official job codes:

Science & Engineering Associate Professionals

• 311400 – Medico Technician
• 314200 – Agricultural Technician
• 313900 – Food Technician
  311110 – Laboratory Assistant
• 311200 – Technician: Construction Technology
• 311900 – Production Technologist

Business & Administration Associate Professionals

• 331300 – Bookkeeper
• 332200 – Sales Consultant
• 333110 – Forwarding Agent
• 332300 – Buyer
• 334200 – Legal Secretary
• 335900 – Port Assistant
• 331300 – Accountant Assistant
• 333190 – Import Export Specialist
• 332200 – Sales and Account Manager
• 333430 – Real Estate Administrator
• 331300 – Bookkeeping and Accounting Clerk
• 333190 – Forwarding Agent, Other
• 333410 – Real Estate Agent

Legal, Social, Cultural & Related Associate Professionals

• 343200 – Flower Decorator
• 341300 – Parish Helper
• 341300 – Parish Clerk

General & Secretary Clerks

• 411000 – Office Assistant

Numerical & Material Recording Clerks

• 431240 – Insurance Clerk (Technical Case Processing of Insurance Claims)

Personal Services Workers

• 514100 – Hairdresser
• 512000 – Chef

Health & Personal Care Workers

(Danish authorization required for some roles.)

• 532220 – Social and Health Care Assistant, Private Homes
• 532120 – Social and Health Care Assistant, Institutions/Hospitals
• 321100 – Audiology Assistant
• 532210 – Social and Health Care Worker, Private Homes
• 532110 – Social and Health Care Worker, Institutions/Hospitals

Market-Oriented Skilled Agricultural & Nursery Workers

• 611320 – Greenkeeper
• 611100 – Farmer, Field Crop and Vegetable Grower
• 611400 – Farmer, Mixed Crop Grower
• 611320 – Landscape Gardener

Building & Related Trades Workers

• 711510 – Carpenter
• 711210 – Bricklayer

Metal, Machinery & Related Trades Workers

• 722300 – Industrial Technician
• 722100 – Blacksmith
• 723110 – Auto Mechanic (Passenger Cars and Vans)
• 723300 – Agricultural Machinery Mechanic

Electrical & Electronic Trades Workers

• 741300 – Electricity Distribution Technician
• 741100 – Electrician
• 742100 – Service Technician, Electronics Mechanics

Food Processing, Woodworking & Other Craft Trades

• 753100 – Tailor

Stationary Plant Operators & Machine Operators

• 818290 – Process Operator (Steam Engine/Boiler Plants)
• 818910 – Process Operator (Water Supply, Incineration, Wastewater Treatment)
• 815500 – Process Operator (Fur and Leather Products Manufacturing)

Manual Labor in Agriculture, Forestry, Fishery

• 921200 – Agricultural Assistant (Manual Labor in Livestock Breeding)

Eligible Danish Work Visas

If you receive a job offer in any of these roles, you can apply under the Positive List Scheme. Common work visas include:

• Residence and Work Permit via Positive List (Higher Education)
• Fast-track Scheme for Certified Employers
• Pay Limit Scheme (if salary threshold is met)
• Researcher Visa (for academic and research roles)

Each visa allows you to live and work legally in Denmark, with options to renew or convert to permanent residence.

Can Your Family Join You?

Yes! If you obtain a work permit, your spouse or partner and children under 18 can also receive residence permits. They can live with you, and many spouses are allowed to work in Denmark as well.

Denmark’s updated Positive List opens new opportunities for skilled workers worldwide. If you qualify, consider taking the next steps toward a rewarding career and life in Denmark.