Denmark: Positive Lists Updated

Effective January 1, 2026, the Positive Lists for both graduates and skilled workers were updated. The new Positive List for People with a Higher Education includes 180 job titles (down from 187), while the Positive List for Skilled Work includes 54 job titles (down from 65). Notable additions to the Higher Education Positive List include Business Intelligence Manager, Movie, TV and Animation Designer, and Communication Officer.  

The Positive Lists – which are updated twice a year – designate shortage occupations eligible for a Positive List Program residence and work authorization in Denmark. These changes do not affect current Positive List permit holders, who can renew their permits provided they continue to meet general renewal conditions, even if their job title was removed from the Positive List.   

This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen.