Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher
Spouses, partners and children joining a person who holds a Danish work, study or researcher permit.
The Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher is a Danish family & partner visa. This guide covers who it's for, the key eligibility criteria, the indicative 2025 cost (~DKK 2,380) and processing time (~1-2 months), the route to permanent residence, common pitfalls and FAQs.
Who the Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher is for
Spouses, partners and children joining a person who holds a Danish work, study or researcher permit.
Counts toward permanent residence after 8 years (or 4 with extra conditions).
Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher - eligibility criteria
- Main applicant holds a qualifying work/study/researcher permit
- Documented marriage, partnership or cohabitation
- Children under 18 and unmarried
- Main applicant can support the family
- Relationship genuine and ongoing
Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher (Denmark) is ~DKK 2,380, with an indicative processing time of ~1-2 months. Figures are for 2025 and may change - confirm at SIRI / New to Denmark.
| Type | Temporary |
|---|---|
| Where you apply | Online via nyidanmark.dk; outside or inside Denmark |
| Length of stay | Same duration as the main applicant's permit |
| Work rights | Spouse/partner usually has full work rights |
| Study rights | May study |
| Government fee | ~DKK 2,380 |
| Processing time | ~1-2 months |
| Route to PR | Counts toward permanent residence after 8 years (or 4 with extra conditions). |
Pathway & next steps
Counts toward permanent residence after 8 years (or 4 with extra conditions).
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Common Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher pitfalls we fix
Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher - frequently asked questions
How much does the Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher cost?
The Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher government fee is ~DKK 2,380. Figures are indicative for 2025; always confirm current fees at SIRI / New to Denmark before applying.
How long does the Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher take to process?
Indicative processing time is ~1-2 months. Actual timeframes vary with caseload, completeness and your circumstances.
Does the Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher lead to permanent residence?
Counts toward permanent residence after 8 years (or 4 with extra conditions).
Can I work on the Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher?
Work rights: Spouse/partner usually has full work rights.
Who can apply for the Accompanying Family of a Worker, Student or Researcher?
Spouses, partners and children joining a person who holds a Danish work, study or researcher permit.
Sources & official references
This guide is compiled from official Denmark government sources and is updated periodically. Eligibility, fees and processing times change - always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before you apply:
- SIRI / New to Denmark - official Denmark immigration authority