Owning your own business abroad may seem like an adventurous and unattainable dream only at first glance. If you look into the details, everything turns out to be not so scary - especially in countries where the state actively supports small businesses - such as, for example, in Denmark.

Unlike the idea of ​​buying your own property in Denmark, owning your own business there is very rewarding. This small and quiet country does not have large resources and therefore is building its own economy, focusing primarily on the service sector. Trade, transport, banking, insurance, tourism - these are the main directions of the Danish economy. Geographical position Denmark provides it with successful trade with other European countries, the same can be said about the transport industry.

The state actively supports small businesses in Denmark: firstly, through tax policy, and secondly, with additional subsidies for small businesses, in the area, for example, Agriculture. In addition, even a foreign entrepreneur in Denmark has the opportunity to take out a loan - for a period of up to 25 years, at 7-12% per annum. Obtaining such a loan is possible if you have a guarantor - a citizen of Denmark. It is desirable, but not necessary, for him to be your relative.

It will also be necessary to submit to the bank detailed business plan, and with all this, it is very desirable that you speak English fluently and be able to independently convince bank employees that you are a reliable client. In this case, you may be given a loan for the entire amount you need to start a business - but it is preferable, of course, to have at least 40%.

What kind of business do foreigners open in Denmark? Of course, in each specific case it depends on the interests of the entrepreneur, his financial capabilities, and business experience. But we can say that most foreign entrepreneurs in Denmark are in the catering sector. Opening a small restaurant in Denmark will cost you from 12 thousand euros - this is how much it will cost to rent a premises for six months and minimal equipment.

In addition to catering, some foreigners in Denmark open small laundries, beauty salons, GYM's, travel agencies. The industrial sector is also open to anyone, but this type of business will require other financial investments. In Denmark, it is profitable to do business in the agricultural sector - for example, rent a small farm and start producing a specific food product.

The process of registering your own business in Denmark takes no more than five days - another, and very tangible, advantage of starting your own business in Denmark. The first thing to do after you already have a business idea, a business plan and the means to implement it is to go to the tax office and fill out an application form.

It will need to indicate your last and first name, residence permit number, type of proposed activity, number of employees in the future company, name of the person in charge, address and name of the enterprise. You fill out all this yourself, no additional certificates are required.

After five days you will receive your company registration number by mail. This is the main thing you need for your company to be considered registered. After this, you will be able to pay taxes - the state tax service itself will send you all the bills by mail, all you have to do is pay them and save the receipts.

It is also not necessary to hire an accountant - if your company is not very large, and you are able to independently account for income/expenses, then it will be enough to visit once a year audit firm, where they will check your accounts and accounting records, they will check the payment of taxes and put a “verified” stamp. Thus, you don’t have to be afraid of initial ignorance of Danish tax rules - the entire system in this country is built in such a way that you only need to join it once, and then the competent authorities will guide you.

Kingdom of Denmark according to constitutional law, a monarchical state consisting of three autonomous regions: Denmark in northern Europe, the Faroe Islands in the north Atlantic and Greenland in North America. Of the three autonomies, only Denmark is part of the European Union, but it is still not part of the Eurozone.

Largest cities: Copenhagen,Aarhus, Odense, Aalborg. Scandinavians, which include Inuit, Faroese, Germans, Frisians and immigrants, speak Danish, but most of the population also speaks English and German well. High level of education of the population. Medicine is free, canceled here health insurance. The source of financing for medical care of the population is state and local taxes.

Compared to other countries, taxes here are high, as are salaries. The tax on added products, including products, is 25%, the income tax is from 42-63%. There is virtually no corruption in government agencies.

The head of state - the king/queen has supreme power, which allows the parliament to be dissolved (folketing) - legislative branch, dismiss and appoint ministers and the prime minister. Executive power in the country belongs to the Cabinet of Ministers. In cities, burgomasters. The judicial system includes: Supreme Court, 2 courts of second instance and lower courts.

Denmark is not part of the Eurozone; it has its own currency, the Danish krone. The Danish kingdom has the lowest inflation, as well as unemployment. Gas and oil reserves and profitable production make the Danish krone a strong currency compared to other currencies.

Denmark ranks first in the world in terms of foreign trade turnover per capita. The Danish National Bank maintains a constant exchange rate between the Danish krone and the euro. In addition to the Danish krone, the Faroe Islands have their own currency - the Faroese krone.

Denmark is a country where it is very easy to register a company online via the Internet within a few hours.

Open a business in Denmark- an excellent option. The geographically convenient location makes it possible to expand the area of ​​​​its economic activity to the Scandinavian countries and the Baltic states. Foreigners working in Denmark under the Danish social security system pay lower taxes for the first three to five years.

In Denmark, the status of a company is determined by its affiliation: state companies And private. You can register a company through the agency " DCCA" from the Ministry of Economy and Business, as well as via the Internet.

When choosing the organizational and legal form of a legal entity, you should choose the one that best suits the business. If in the future there is a need to change the legal form of the company, this can be done without problems. But it is necessary to take into account that the level of responsibility, which is determined by the choice of the organizational and legal form of a legal entity, differs from each other.

Individual entrepreneur (Enkeltmands-virksomhed)-1 person. The owner makes decisions. Managed by owner. Full liability to creditors with your property. The law does not provide for initial capital. Accounting - yes. Annual report - no. Income tax and profit tax. General laws and regulations.

Partnership (Interessentskab) — minimal amount participants - 2 people. They have equal rights and responsibilities. The cooperation agreement regulates internal legal relations between interested parties. Major decisions are made collectively. Managed by the owners. Full unlimited joint and several liability. The law does not provide for initial capital. Accounting - yes. Annual report - no if the owners are individuals. Income tax and VAT tax. General laws and regulations.

Limited liability partnership (Kommanditselskaber)- minimum 2 people. One member, the general partner, is solely responsible for the activities of the company to creditors; the liability of the other members is limited to the deposits of their assets in that company. If the partnership is created from limited liability companies, then liability is determined by the amount of the authorized capital. Taxes: income and VAT.

Private Joint-Stock Company limited liability (Anpartsselskab)-minimum 1 person. Decisions are made by the General Assembly with more than half the votes or 2/3 of the votes. Managed by the executive board under the supervision of the supervisory board. Liability is limited to the assets of the authorized capital. Down payment 25% of minimum amount share capital of DKK 80,000. Accounting - yes. Annual report - yes. It must be published. Tax. Company Law and Regulations.

Open joint stock company (Aktieselskab)— the minimum number of members is 1 person. Decisions are made by the General Assembly with more than half the votes or 2/3 of the votes. Management and management are under the control of the supervisory board. Liability is limited to the assets of the authorized capital. Down payment 25% of the minimum share capital of DKK 500,000. Accounting - yes. Annual report - yes. It must be published. Tax. Company Law and Regulations.

In addition to the above organizational and legal forms for business in Denmark, you can open branch of the company (Inddrivelsesvejledning).

Partnership, which has a special character - is created for certain actions of an economic plan. The number of members is at least two. All activities of such a partnership are aimed at fulfilling the contractual obligation.

Cooperatives (Andelsskaber)— which includes either partnership + individual entrepreneur, or limited liability company + individual entrepreneur.

Associations (Foreninger)- Membership is created to achieve a common goal. All profits received from economic activity goes not to the participants, but to the implementation of the tasks assigned to the association.

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Today Denmark is one of the most prosperous countries in the world. For this reason, many people want to move to live there. But first you should find out about the peculiarities of this country, the principles of obtaining residence permits and permanent residence, the pros and cons of living in this state, in-demand professions and important nuances everyday life

How do ordinary people live in Denmark?

In Denmark, older relatives are treated with great respect. During the holidays many big family getting together. Children are taught to respect their parents. The Danes live very strictly. Many services can be obtained within a few minutes. For example, you can find the book you need in the library using a special computer, which will give you the required indexes of publications and instructions for their placement on the shelves. For local residents, punctuality is one of the required qualities.

Romantic relationships between men and women in Denmark stand the test of time. A couple can live together for several years and only after that formalize a legal marriage. As a rule, in Denmark people become married when they approach the age of 30 or even later. According to the Danes, you only need to get married once in your life, which is why the country is quite a large number of lonely people. Such persons fill the void in their lives by visiting various kinds of circles, clubs, training schools, and hobbies.

Children are expelled from home after they reach 18 years of age. After this, they are considered completely independent individuals creating their own lives. The current legislation in the country allows solving real estate issues for children upon reaching 15 years of age. Thus, young people can get their own housing quite quickly. As a rule, teenagers at the age of 14 are put on a special waiting list to receive separate housing, which they register as property in just 1-2 years. Despite leaving the “nest” early, children continue to maintain relationships with their families.

Danish families are distinguished by a high degree of mutual assistance. Repairs are done with the help of all relatives, including cousins, uncles, aunts, brothers, etc. The same applies to vacations, trips abroad and out of town, purchases of expensive but important things for the benefit of the whole family. From time to time it may seem that children are rude to their parents, but in reality this is a consequence of upbringing in conditions of generational equality: younger ones are freely allowed to express their opinions on any matter in order to develop independence and flexibility of thinking. As practice shows, this approach justifies itself; children grow up self-sufficient, with a normal character and their own unique habits.

A healthy lifestyle is a natural situation for Denmark. Many people prefer to travel not by car, but by bicycle. You can rent a vehicle in special places, leaving 20 CZK as a deposit; after returning the bike, the money is returned, so you can use it completely free of charge.

Danish women are not considered to be the weaker sex, since there were times when the country was ruled only by women, which in Denmark is already accustomed to being taken into account. Thus, there is no distinction between the sexes that is usual for Russians in Denmark. Work on household divided evenly among family members. You can often see men in kitchens. Also, the latter often engage in knitting, which in the Russian Federation is considered to be a “female” hobby.

The word “housewife” is absent as such in this country - a woman who does not work often causes genuine surprise. Although Denmark allows its citizens to support quite high level income, both spouses work. Wherein average duration the working day is 6.4 hours, which is noticeably less than in Russia. Free time Danes devote time to travel, hobbies and learning something new.

The country pays special attention to its housing. Most families live in their own houses, which are often later passed on as inheritance. When deciding to purchase a new home, the issue is taken extremely seriously. The choice takes quite a long time and all the nuances are carefully considered.

It is worth noting that the first household items purchased for the home are always a flag and a table. If the first is considered as a symbol of family happiness, then the second is associated with a large, friendly and very strong family. The issue of interior decoration for the Danes is extremely acute. Many people prefer to create their own unique crafts, which they then place in their rooms and give to friends and family.

In Denmark they especially love giving gifts. After traveling abroad, they bring souvenirs for all relatives and friends, and also add a new thing to their home. The government of the country takes the situation of single-parent families quite seriously. When a family breaks up or becomes the victim of a tragic event, the parent left alone with the children is immediately provided with various benefits and subventions from the state. There are also a large number of assistance programs available for single children.

In Denmark there are almost no homes for single children, since almost every child who has lost his family is almost instantly placed in another “unit of society”. You can often see children in Danish families who are not Danish citizens. Childless couples strive to help homeless children. In Denmark, elderly people, disabled people, and the homeless are treated with special care. All kinds of assistance are provided for all categories of citizens.

In general, it is worth saying that this country has an extremely low crime rate. The high standard of living and life expectancy, along with a stable economic situation, have led to the fact that today Denmark is considered the country with the happiest population. According to the survey results, this is where the highest percentage of people are completely satisfied with their lives.

Living in Denmark - pros and cons

Every country has both positive and negative sides life. The exact list depends on who is considering the proposal. Below we will consider a point of view for Russians, which is likely to be relevant for all residents of the CIS.

The advantages include:

  • All immigrants are taught the local language free of charge;
  • Knowledge of Danish is not required as most citizens speak fluent English;
  • The Danes are distinguished by their friendliness and friendliness;
  • High level of social guarantees;
  • Low crime;
  • Free education in universities;
  • Tradition to adhere to healthy image life;
  • Migrant-friendly legislation;
  • The economy is very stable.

The disadvantages include the following:

  • The language is quite difficult to understand and learn;
  • A radically different mentality, not always understandable to Russian people;
  • Danish people are conservative and quite private, which makes it difficult to find friends;
  • Extremely high prices for services and products;
  • Frequent rains and cloudy weather;
  • Difficulties in obtaining a diploma;
  • It is almost impossible to get a job with a diploma issued in the Russian Federation;
  • Negative attitude towards individuals who use benefits as the main source of income;
  • A boring way of life for many Russians.

The most in-demand professions in Denmark

It is widely known that in order to obtain the opportunity to migrate to a particular country, it is desirable to be a specialist in the profile that is in demand in the target state. These in Denmark include:

  • Energy and construction engineer;
  • Electrical network designer;
  • Constructor;
  • IT expert;
  • Mechanic and technologist in the construction industry with higher education;
  • Production systems developer;
  • Advocate;
  • Dental hygienist (Danish license required);
  • Chief physician;
  • Pharmacist;
  • Resident doctor;
  • Consultant physician;
  • M.D;
  • Anesthetist;
  • Dentist;
  • Nurse (if licensed in Denmark);
  • Optician (Danish license required);
  • Surgical nurse (Danish license);
  • IT architect;
  • Programmer and system developer;
  • IT consultant;
  • Social worker;
  • Teacher;
  • Social teacher;
  • Agronomist;
  • Auditor;
  • Economic activity analysis specialist;
  • Administrator;
  • Surveyor;
  • Manager for working with VIP clients.

Important: This list remains relevant today. Do not hesitate to consult on this issue, since individual aspects of specialties or requirements for them may change.

Average salary in Denmark

This country is specific when it comes to what kind of relationship is maintained between the employer and hired specialists. First of all, it is worth noting that in Denmark there is no single labor code unlike other EU countries. Thus, all aspects of this issue are resolved by clauses in agreements between groups of employers and trade unions. The main points include:

  • work period;
  • fixed salary;
  • period and duration of vacation;
  • retirement age;
  • notice period for completion of work;
  • minimum wage and others.

The Danish Federation of Trade Unions includes almost 85% of the country's total population. At the same time, the agreements themselves undergo a revision procedure every 2 years. Medium size today wages is about 20-30 thousand Danish kroner per month. This amount is equivalent to approximately 2.5 thousand euros. This is if we talk about not very respectable work - work at a construction site, in municipal transport or in a factory.

Danish employers highly value workers from other countries who can be employed in the following positions:

  • lineman;
  • heavy machine operator;
  • metal worker;
  • welder of different directions;
  • turner;
  • plumbing.

In addition, there is a high demand for medical personnel. The latter can be paid 3 thousand euros with the conditions of a separate apartment for living and free medical insurance.

Since Denmark cares not only about its citizens, but also about employed foreigners, legislation provides for equal wages for them and Danes. This makes it possible to protect the state from the emergence of cheap labor, but also to limit the provision of vacancies exclusively to specialists with a high level of qualifications. The latter increases the average level of quality of services provided.

Approximate salaries for different specialties are:

  • Nurse – 2.5 thousand euros;
  • Secretary – 3.7 thousand euros;
  • IT specialist – 3.5 thousand euros;
  • Seller – 2.4 thousand euros;
  • Cashier – 1.9 thousand euros;
  • Plumber – 2.8 thousand euros;
  • Sales manager – 1.9 thousand euros;
  • Driver – 2.1 thousand euros;
  • Doctor – 5 thousand euros.

If necessary overtime based on the results of activities for 3 additional hours, payment increases by 50% relative to the standard tariff. All subsequent hours are paid at a 100% premium. Also, at a double rate, payments are made for activities on Sundays and holidays.

Emigration to Denmark from Russia

Persons who come to Denmark to immigrate can receive a fairly positive attitude from the country and the local population. There is a very high level of quality of life and education here, a favorable investment climate, as well as excellent conditions for organizing your own business.

There are many ways to stay in Denmark long-term. The simplest are marriage and obtaining refugee status. Behind Lately The government is implementing quite strict measures to limit the flow of migrants, so obtaining political asylum is not so simple. At the same time, it is possible to go for permanent residence in Denmark even without having relatives there.

The main incentives for granting the right to remain in the country:

  • obtaining a permanent job;
  • opening your own business;
  • study followed by employment;
  • investments in the state economy.

Important: since Schengen is a single space, devoid of internal borders, in some situations, in order to optimize your own expenses and possible risks, it is worth applying for a residence permit in the most loyal states. This opens up the opportunity to live in Europe and travel to other EU states.

To immigrate to Denmark using a work visa, family program or as an investor you need to live there for 2 years or more. Only after these conditions are met is a residence permit issued for a period of 7 years. Only then can you apply for citizenship.

Employment

You can become an employee in Denmark at almost any enterprise. After concluding the contract, a temporary residence permit is provided, which can then be extended. For certain professions that are extremely scarce in this country, a procedure for issuing a work visa is available according to a very simplified and accelerated scheme. These include scientists (mathematicians, physicists), some areas of medical practice, the IT sector, etc. The country also willingly accepts potential investors and citizens who have opened their own business in Denmark. These immigration programs require you to pass an interview and also provide the competent authorities with an impressive package of documents that confirms your capital and business skills.

For persons who have an education in the required specialty and are interested in working in Denmark, there is a special program for providing a “green card”. For this you will need to score a certain number of points. The latter are awarded depending on age, level of education received, knowledge of Danish, work experience in the specialty, etc. For applicants who have managed to score 100 units, it makes sense to hope to be granted a residence permit not only for themselves, but also for their immediate relatives (for a period of 3 years).

For minors, automatic issuance of a residence permit is provided, and after reaching 18 years of age, a student visa, a work visa, or the question of granting citizenship can be raised. Education in Denmark is completely free.

Family reunion

For those who have relatives living in Denmark, going to live in this country is much easier. The corresponding program allows you to obtain a residence permit for a period of 1 year, and after 7 years of residence, with full compliance with the framework of the immigration process, as well as passing a language exam and the mandatory absence of problems with the implementation of the laws of the country, you can obtain permanent residence.

Under the reunion program, you can invite not only spouses, but also other close relatives. Minors are able to immigrate to Denmark provided that their parents have citizenship or residence permit in this country or in one of the Scandinavian countries.

A separate condition remains the presence of an amount of at least 50 thousand crowns and a living space of 20 “squares” per person. This condition will ensure minimal living conditions. After completing all the required procedures, children are granted a residence permit until they reach their 18th birthday.

Getting an education

In Denmark, education is free for citizens, but foreigners will have to pay. Moreover, after graduating from university, you can get a fairly good job in this country. At first it is enough to know English, but during your studies it will be easy to learn Danish.

Important: Knowledge of the local language is extremely important for the Danish Immigration Service. It will help ensure higher chances of staying in the country for a residence permit or permanent residence permit, regardless of the migration program.

Starting a business

All business owners in Denmark can count on obtaining a residence permit provided that they have invested 50 thousand euros or more in the state economy. It is important that the enterprise operates completely legally, earns a sustainable profit, and provides jobs to citizens. The first step is to arrive in Denmark alone or with partners. Then all the papers required to open a company are signed, a bank account is opened, and lawyers’ services are paid.

Next, you need to visit the special directorate in charge of foreigners’ affairs to select the time for the interview. The latter takes place in Danish or English. After receiving a residence permit for 1 year, many rights will open up and you can calmly develop your business.

Important: it is worth correctly assessing your own capabilities and comparing them with the requirements of the state. If they do not correspond to each other, then you can waste money and time and not receive a residence permit or face a refusal when trying to renew. In Europe today, most countries are quite strict in the choice of persons who are allowed to visit their territory for a long period.

Investment activities

All investors should understand that having a business partner in Denmark is much easier than investing in the state’s economy on your own. In the latter case, getting by with 50 thousand euros will be quite problematic. The reason for this is that you will definitely need to pay for the work of various kinds of intermediaries and lawyers. A separate financial burden will be provided by opening an account, fully registering your enterprise, having a mandatory insurance deposit with a credit institution and other expenses.

The simplest option would be to buy an already operating business or open one with a partner living in Denmark. In fact, for Russians there are already many legal entities, which can be sold to potential immigrants.

Those who can overcome all these difficulties should prepare for the next obstacle in the form of an interview. The success of the application largely depends on it. Investments for the purpose of obtaining a residence permit cannot be ensured solely by the availability of capital; knowledge and the ability to successfully manage your business will be required.

Refugee

When filing an application for asylum on the part of a foreign citizen, it is necessary to have documents that confirm the fact of persecution forcing the applicant to leave his country. This could be, for example, living in a military conflict zone. The granting of refugee status is regulated by current international standards, so every year about one thousand applicants receive such status.

First, individuals are provided with housing in a well-equipped and fairly comfortable camp, free food and medical care, as well as funds for various small expenses. You will need to remain in the camp throughout the entire period of reviewing your dossier and making a decision regarding the provision of a residence permit.

When the story presented by the asylum seeker is characterized as not credible and cannot be supported by documents, a “frivolous procedure” is carried out. The latter involves sending documents to the Refugee Committee for detailed study. If the matter is treated with confidence, a “reasonable procedure” is implemented, and the documents are sent directly to the Immigration Service.

Recently, migration to Denmark has become more widespread, and the process of obtaining refugee status has become noticeably more complicated. Today, quotas for inclusion in this category are allocated to each state based on the decision of the relevant Office of the UN High Commission. Based on the results of a positive decision, a foreigner’s passport is issued, allowing free movement within the Schengen zone.

Marriage

Since 2012, under the influence of increasing levels of migration to Denmark, conditions have changed for those wishing to obtain a residence permit in this way. Immigration officials take the issue of marriage verification extremely seriously. If it is discovered that the couple's relationship is fictitious, the permission granted may be revoked.

When a foreigner legally marries a Danish citizen, a residence permit is granted automatically if:

  • Marriage is arranged to create a family on the basis of mutual consent, and not based on financial considerations;
  • The age of the newly-made spouses exceeds 24 years;
  • The couple lives in Denmark, runs a joint household and expresses their intention to obtain citizenship;
  • One of the spouses is a Danish citizen or a holder of a residence permit for three or more years;
  • For each person there is an amount of 50 thousand crowns and a living area of ​​20 square meters;
  • The couple has lived together for 18 months or more (in cases where there is no official marriage).

The procedure for obtaining permission for spouses to live has been significantly simplified. They do not need to undergo a special immigration test, nor do they need to pay a special consular fee when applying for a visa. But it is necessary to pass a language test 6 months after obtaining a residence permit.

How to stay in Denmark forever?

To obtain Danish citizenship, foreigners must live in the state for 10 years. In most cases, a residence permit is initially presented, renewable for 3 years in a row, and after that you can begin to obtain permanent residence. The corresponding status can be granted to refugees, close relatives of various citizens who live in Denmark, experts with permanent employment, businessmen, and investors.

Once the appropriate status appears, a plastic state health insurance card is provided free of charge. Such insurance will help cover a wide variety of healthcare expenses, including expenses for childbirth and operations of varying degrees of complexity. The corresponding insurance is valid in all EU countries. Such a card can become a source of other benefits.

To obtain the right to permanent residence, the main thing is to follow all the established requirements from the Danish government for foreigners arriving in the country. Breaking the law is unacceptable. The key requirements can be summarized in two points: knowledge of the language and the ability to provide oneself and relatives with housing and finances sufficient for a normal life.

Residence permit in Denmark

Before you can apply for citizenship, you will need to live in the state for a certain time. Registration of a residence permit will help with this. Consideration of the issue regarding the assignment of residence permit status is legally the responsibility of the Danish Immigration Service. The key categories of foreigners who have the right to apply for citizenship are: refugees, participants in the family reunification migration program, employed persons, businessmen and large investors.

In accordance with current legislation, foreign citizens have the opportunity to obtain a residence permit in Denmark, provided that they plan to reside there for more than 3 months (excluding cases of arrival for seasonal work). To obtain status, you need to prove that the applicant has sufficient finances for comfortable living in the country. The request for a long stay must be substantiated, preferably with the transfer of a package of documents that confirm the motives indicated by the applicant.

A residence permit for the first time is granted for a period of 1 year. After the expiration of the term, it can be extended for another 1 year. In total, the procedure is carried out 3 times (1 registration and 2 extensions). Only after this can you request a permanent residence permit. An important condition This requires continuous presence in Denmark. A separate point is the integration of a foreigner into society - this does not mean that it is necessary to make as many friends and acquaintances as possible, but it is advisable to acquire housing, work or business, and speak Danish fluently.

When a residence permit is obtained through fraud (inaccurate data is provided, the immigrant is added to the list of undesirable persons in the Schengen zone, a fictitious marriage is arranged in order to obtain a permit, etc.), the residence permit is completely canceled. It will probably not be possible to get permission again. Another reason for the cancellation of a residence permit may be the foreigner’s failure to reside at the address specified when filling out the application for a residence permit.

Obtaining Danish citizenship

Only persons who have lived in Denmark for 10 years can become citizens of Denmark. In this case, for the first 3 years you will have to obtain a residence permit for a period of one calendar year and go through many checks, after which it will be possible to obtain a permit for the remaining 7-year period.

Previously, the state did not have the opportunity for foreigners to obtain dual citizenship. After 2015, this option became viable. In addition, those who had previously emigrated from their country to live in Denmark were given the opportunity to regain their previous citizenship. Of course, you just have to take into account the legislation of other countries.

Can they refuse to provide a residence permit and Danish citizenship?

A refusal may be issued to persons who do not meet the state requirements for applicants for a residence permit and citizen status. Basic conditions for obtaining permanent residence:

  • Availability of stable or temporary employment, own business;
  • Successful mastery of the local language;
  • Certificate of absence of claims from tax authorities and debts in the social contributions segment;
  • Full compliance with the norms of the approved legislation of the country.

After providing the appropriate status, a state medical insurance card is issued, which allows you to use qualified assistance completely free of charge. experienced doctors. The Danish state insurance policy is valid in all EU countries and also covers all key risks. New residents of the state are also provided with other benefits that can also be enjoyed by full citizens of the country. These include language courses on a completely free basis, the right to move freely throughout the Schengen and Scandinavian states, open loans from credit institutions on more favorable terms, and more quickly obtain a visa permit to other states.

Denmark is quite seriously considering the issues of controlling the appearance of dependents and countering the misuse of funds. To obtain a residence permit and citizenship, you will need to provide proof of having a house with sufficient space and financial resources for normal living. A noticeable advantage will be the presence of a stable job with a high salary or a successful business opened independently, the creation of large investments.

Denmark is a fairly prosperous state with a stable economic situation. This country attracts many Russian residents as a new place of residence. A special motive for this is the statistics on life expectancy - in Denmark it is almost 20 years longer than in the Russian Federation.

The attitude towards immigrants in Denmark is loyal, but somewhat wary. According to Russians who emigrated to this country, they did not notice any discrimination towards themselves. At the same time, there are not many migrants in Denmark, so making new acquaintances is not always easy. The mentality of the Danes dictates a conservative, restrained and rather closed way of life, which is not always clear to the “broad Russian soul” and looks extremely unusual. Those who plan to immigrate to Denmark should first visit the country on a tourist visit, see if this way of life suits them, whether they like the way of life, the climate, and other factors. If yes, then you can consider the available options for obtaining a residence permit, permanent residence, and then citizenship.

Business in Denmark. Denmark, a noble kingdom, is also one of the greenest cities on earth, both aesthetically and environmentally. He sets an enviable example that other countries want to follow. The jurisdiction includes a flexible and open economy with one of the highest rates in Europe. The country has a rich cultural and intellectual heritage, and the corporate environment is no exception. The convenient location makes it possible to expand the area of ​​your economic activity.

Danish business is characterized by minimal bureaucracy, highly educated and stable tax legislation. The country also focuses on the free exchange of goods and is an optimal choice for investors. It has stable purchasing power, ease of access, wide use in English and inflation as moderate as the climate. It is obvious that foreign businessmen are more positive about priority sectors, especially in areas such as media, education, food, but in general the opportunities for investors are enormous.

Economic overview of Denmark

The Danish economy is one of the best economies in the European Union with high growth and low unemployment. Combined with low interest rates, this encourages personal consumption, including offering many opportunities for new and experienced investors. Denmark is fully involved in economic cooperation European Union.

Despite small sizes country, Denmark is one of the most competitive economies in the world thanks to its highly efficient workforce, highly developed infrastructure and extensive social security system. Denmark is one of the world leaders in wireless communications, the Internet and new media. Business is competitive with other countries, making it a very favorable place to register companies wishing to invest in Denmark.

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Businesses in Denmark enjoy high industrial productivity and profitability and have one of the most efficient distribution systems in Europe. It is self-sufficient in energy, as it produces oil, natural gas, wind energy and bioenergy.

The main export items are food products: dairy products, sugar, fish, meat, grain; consumer goods: furniture, leather, gas, oil, machinery, chemicals, equipment. Denmark's main importers are Germany, Sweden, the UK and the USA. More than 70% of trade flows are with EU countries.

Scandinavian countries are very popular among immigrants from all over the world. Far from the last place on this list is the Kingdom of Denmark. This is a small state with a population of about 5.8 million people, by the way, very qualified, Danish universities offer high-quality and prestigious education, and is considered one of the most favorable places for business immigration.

There are plenty of reasons for this. Let's highlight the main ones.

Firstly , there is virtually no corruption in Denmark. At least this is confirmed by numerous international studies.

Secondly , a transparent tax, legal and judicial system, as well as a minimum of bureaucracy, allow you to open and conduct business in Denmark as efficiently as possible.

Third , ideal infrastructure, the level of development of high technology and the overall quality of life in Denmark are among the best in the world.

Owning a business in Denmark for foreigners, including Russians and Ukrainians, is good opportunity move to an economically and socially developed European country forever and over time to receive a Danish passport, not only for the entrepreneur, but also for close relatives.

Comfortable geographical location Denmark allows you not to be limited to the local market or the Nordic states, but opens the way to all countries of the European Union, in particular, Germany is the closest.

Depending on the scale of the planned business, the amount of investment, prospects for tax optimization and the type of activity, it is very important to choose the most suitable form of ownership for a company in Denmark. Let's look at the most popular ones.

Private limited company (ApS). Registered to one or more owners. Liability for the company's obligations is limited to contributions to the authorized capital. Management is carried out by the director. Minimum requirements for authorized capital - 125 thousand Danish kroner(16.8 thousand euros), with 50 thousand paid upon registration. There are more than 75 thousand similar companies in Denmark.

public corporation (A/S). Minimum capital required 500 thousand Danish kroner(67 thousand euros). Provides for a board of directors consisting of at least three people. The company's reporting is publicly available. In total, there are more than 35 thousand firms of this type operating in the country.

Individual entrepreneur (Enkeltmandsvirksomhed). Today, up to 300 thousand entrepreneurs are registered in Denmark and this is the most common form of doing business in the country. The owner independently carries out economic activity and is fully responsible for the company’s obligations with his own property.

Taxes in Denmark in 2019

Denmark has a fairly favorable tax climate, in particular, a corporate tax rate of 22%, one of the most acceptable in Europe. Social contributions are minimal, and some foreign employees pay less income tax for the first 5 years. Denmark has signed agreements to avoid double taxation. However, it cannot be said that the country has low tax rates; this is not the case.

Denmark's main tax rates in 2019

Corporate income tax - 22%

VAT- 25% and preferential rate 0% (newspapers, magazines)

Dividends- 25% for companies, as well as 27% for individuals, if the amount does not exceed DKK 50.6 thousand and 42% in case of excess.

Income tax- progressive rate reaches 56.48%

Popular business destinations in Denmark

As already mentioned, Denmark is considered one of the most comfortable countries for business immigration. Areas where high technologies, innovations and scientific developments are used are especially popular among investors. Denmark is perfect place for the implementation of all kinds of startup projects, while the modern and advanced population will very quickly test and evaluate the new product.

The priority sectors in the Danish economy are IT, renewable energy, biotechnology, maritime transport, food and design. If a foreigner has a good idea and a business plan in one of these industries, you can count on the support of local authorities and successful immigration to Denmark for the purpose of doing business.