Effective from May 2, 2025, Denmark has introduced a significant policy change that affects international students from third countries (non-EU/EEA and non-Nordic nationals) enrolling in non-accredited or non-state-approved higher education programmes.
This reform is part of Denmark’s effort to prevent misuse of student visas and to ensure that residence permits are granted only to students in officially approved academic programmes.
🚫 What Has Changed?
Under the new rules, third-country students applying to non-approved programs will no longer be eligible for:
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Part-time work permits during studies
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6-month job search stay after graduation
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Family reunification visas for spouses/partners and children
✅ Who Is Not Affected?
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Students who already hold a valid residence permit, or
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Those who submitted their applications before May 2, 2025
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Students enrolling in state-approved or accredited institutions
📌 What This Means for You
If you’re planning to study in Denmark and rely on work rights, post-study stay, or family visas, it is now crucial to choose a state-approved program. Before applying, verify the accreditation status of your chosen institution through official sources such as SIRI (The Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration).
