Family reunification – spouse or cohabiting partner (Ægtefællesammenføring)
Family reunification – spouse or cohabiting partner is a residence route in Denmark (Rodzina). Both ≥24; collateral DKK 61,709 (2026); adequate housing; Danish A1/A2 tests after arrival; 4 of 6 integration criteria; non-Nordic sponsor needs PR ≥3 yrs. Fee DKK 8,490. Families of workers/start-ups use accompanying-family route instead.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 8 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 9 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide income once resident; no wealth tax.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategoria | Rodzina |
|---|---|
| Inwestycja | — |
| Opłaty (rodzina) | CHF 2'140 |
| Dochód / rok | — |
| Majątek | CHF 7'780 |
| Min. pobyt | — |
| PS | 8 |
| Obywatelstwo | 9 |
| Praca | yes |
| Kto może | Spouses of Danish/Nordic citizens or foreigners with PR ≥3 yrs |
| Podatek | Worldwide income once resident; no wealth tax. |
| Stan na | 2026-10 |
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