Denmark is located on the Scandinavian peninsula and is in the Top 10 of the richest countries in Europe for a reason. More and more of our countrymen decide to go to this country for work. What are the earnings in Denmark? You will find the answer in the article.
Departure to Denmark is not burdened with additional formalities. 6 months – this is how many UE citizens can stay and work in Denmark without additional permits. After this period, you should register and go to the municipal citizen service office (Borgerservice) to obtain an identification number.
How to get to Denmark?
Mode of transportation | Short description |
Plane | Traveling by plane to Denmark is one of the cheapest and fastest transport options. Low-cost airlines offer air connections with Denmark in the price range starting from EUR 8.29 Airplanes usually land at the two largest Danish airports, i.e. Copenhagen Kastrup and Billund Airport. |
Ferry | Foreigners can use the route from Poland: Świnoujście-Copenhagen via Ystad(carrier name: Polferries) The ferry, departing from Świnoujście towards Copenhagen via the Swedish city of Ystad, departs 4 times a day. The average price of a one-way ticket is EUR 106.22 It is possible to transport trucks, cars, as well as people traveling without a vehicle. |
Car | Follow the directions for Neubrandenburg, keeping the course towards Lübeck and continuing to the German-Danish border. On the Sweden-Denmark route, drivers will cross the Öresund Bridge, which connects Swedish Malmö with Copenhagen. There is a fee for crossing the bridge of course (EUR 49 per car) |
Minimum earnings in Denmark
Denmark is a unique country in several respects. First of all, Danes do not have a fixed minimum wage. Moreover, the issue of wages, wages, hours worked or holiday leave is decided on the level of an agreement between the Danish Employers’ Confederation and the Trade Union Federation.
Only the rates for drivers carrying out cabotage and combined transport were set. The rate cannot be lower than DKK 173,64 / hour gross (23,33 EUR).
Hourly rates are agreed individually with the employer. It all depends on the experience and skills of the employee. The lowest domestic in Denmark usually starts from DKK 170/ hour gross (23 EUR).
Important! The Danish Labor Code clearly states that a foreigner cannot earn less than a Danish national for the same job.
In addition, in Denmark, they emphasize the popularization of family life, which is why the weekly working time does not exceed 37 hours. Only the French work less in Europe (35 hours).
Average earnings in Denmark
As mentioned at the beginning, the employee’s remuneration depends heavily on the employer’s decision. Not only that, apart from experience and skills, the knowledge of a foreign language translates into remuneration. Below you can see examples of earnings in Denmark with and without knowledge of a foreign language.
Working in Denmark with knowledge of a foreign language
Occupation | Gross hourly wage |
Welder | 200 – 350 DKK (27 – 47 EUR) |
Plumber | 240 – 280 DKK (32 – 37 EUR) |
Mechanic | 180 – 300 DKK (25 – 40 EUR) |
Electrician | 220 – 280 DKK (30 – 37 EUR) |
Construction worker | 220 – 240 DKK (30 – 32 EUR) |
Operator CNC | 190 – 300 DKK (25 – 40 EUR) |
Working in Denmark without knowledge of a foreign language
Occupation | Gross hourly wage |
Work in production | 120 – 220 DKK (16 – 30 EUR) |
Work on the farm | 120 – 180 DKK (16 – 25 EUR) |
Cleaning | 140 – 200 DKK (18 – 27 EUR) |
As you can already see, you can find a job in Denmark without knowing a foreign language. On the other hand, it will be largely seasonal work, where earnings are, in a way, several times lower.
The earnings in Denmark in other professions
Occupation | Gross hourly wage |
Roofer | 180 – 300 DKK (25-40 EUR) |
Car mechanic | 150 – 200 DKK (20 – 27 EUR) |
Warehouseman | 140 – 220 DKK (19 – 30 EUR) |
Greenhouse worker | 120 – 180 DKK (16 – 25 EUR) |
Fitter of sanitary installations | 150 – 180 DKK (20 – 25 EUR) |
Average earnings in Denmark range from 20,000 – 30,000 DKK per month (2700 – 4000 EUR).
Where to look for a job in Denmark?
First of all, we encourage you to check the latest job offers from Denmark on our portal. In addition, you can use other proven sources:
- European database of EURES offers
- Danish public employment service, e.g. www.workindenmark.dk
- seasonal work in Denmark – www.seasonalwork.dk
The labor market in Denmark is in demand for positions related to:
- construction
- welding
- car mechanics
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Living costs in Denmark
Denmark, along with Switzerland and Norway, is one of the three most expensive countries in Europe. Renting a studio apartment outside the city center is around DKK 7,000-8,000 (940 – 1100 EUR) per month, but you can find the student apartments for DKK 4000-5000 per month (537 – 680 EUR).
The cost of a monthly ticket for public transport is between 450 and 1350 DKK (60 – 180 EUR).
Sample food prices can be seen below:
Product | Sample price |
A bottle of water – 0,5 l | 3-6 DKK (0,40 – 0,80 EUR) |
A loaf of bread | 15 – 22 DKK (2 – 2,96 EUR) |
Milk– 1 packet | 11 DKK (1,50 EUR) |
Potatoes – 1 kg | 7-10 DKK (0,94 – 1,34 EUR) |
Eggs – 12 pcs. | 25-35 DKK (3,30 – 4,70 EUR) |
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