Denmark Startup Visa

To be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:

1. Business Plan Approval

• Must submit a business plan to the Danish Business Authority’s expert panel
• Business must demonstrate innovative ideas and development potential
• Traditional businesses without innovative potential (e.g., restaurants, retail stores, smaller trade, import/export businesses) are typically not eligible
• Business plan must show specific Danish business interests favoring the establishment
• Panel evaluation must be completed and approved before residence permit application

2. Ownership Requirements

• Must be full or partial owner of the company
• Ownership assessment considers:
• Percentage of company ownership
• Presence of other co-owners
• Distribution of tasks/roles among owners (up to 3 people can apply together using a shared business plan)

3. Active Participation

• Must demonstrate active involvement in business operations
• Physical presence must be necessary for establishment/operation
• Purely financial interests (e.g., being just a shareholder) are not sufficient
• Cannot be granted for holding companies – must be an active company with real activities

4. Financial Requirements

Must provide documented proof of sufficient funds for the first year, as follow:

• Single applicant: DKK153,240 (US$ 22,337)
• With spouse: DKK306,480 (US$ 44,674)
• With spouse and children: DKK356,904 (US$ 52,026)
• With children only: DKK203,664 (US$ 29,689)