Denmark's new pay limit scheme from 2027
Act 765 of 8 September 2026 introduces a new collective-agreement-based pay limit scheme. It enters into force on 1 January 2027 and has a lower salary requirement than the other pay limit schemes, but only for certified employers with a collective agreement.
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For the employee
- Annual salary of at least DKK 322,000 (2026 level). The amount is adjusted every year.section 9 a(2)(15) and (32)
- Full time in a position covered by an approved collective agreement.section 9 a(2)(15)
- Citizen of a country on the minister's list: the 10 non-EU countries with the most investment to and from Denmark, EU candidate countries in negotiations and countries with a mobility agreement.section 9 a(40)
- The scheme can only be used while unemployment is below a level set by the minister.section 9 a(2)(15) and (35)
For the employer
- The employer must first be certified by SIRI. A fast-track certification does not count.section 9 a(21)
- For each hire, the employer declares on its honour that the position is covered by the agreement, is full time, and that the union has access for control.section 9 a(2)(15)
- If the agreement is breached, both the certification and the employee's permit can be withdrawn.section 9 a(25) and 19(1)(21)
Not yet published (7 October 2026)
- The list of collective agreements covered.section 9 a(31), 2nd sentence
- The list of countries.section 9 a(40)-(41)
- SIRI's application form and the 2027 fees.section 9 h(3)
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Who needs to be certified?
The employer that wants to hire foreign workers under the new collective-agreement-based pay limit scheme. Certification applies to the CVR number that applies. A fast-track certification does not give access to the new scheme.
When can we apply?
The act enters into force on 1 January 2027. As of 7 October 2026, SIRI has not published the application form. You can prepare everything now.
What does SIRI charge?
The certification fee is DKK 6,810 in 2026 (executive order 1612/2025). The 2027 rate has not been published. The fee is paid no later than with the application.
How long is certification valid?
3 years the first time and then 4 years at a time when extended (section 9 a(23) of the Aliens Act).