Denmark’s October 1, 2025 Positive List update expands fast-track work-permit eligibility across higher-education and skilled occupations. Higher-education titles now total 190, staying listed at least two years; the skilled list has 65 occupations with biannual updates. Applicants must meet listed qualifications. Typical skilled-permit processing is about one month; fee DKK 6,055. Employers gain predictability; further reforms are planned for January 2026.
