Pay Limit Scheme (also Positive Lists, Fast-track) (Beløbsordningen)
Pay Limit Scheme (also Positive Lists, Fast-track) is a residence route in Denmark (Werk). Danish employment ≥30 h/wk with annual salary ≥DKK 552,000 (2026), paid into Danish bank account; Positive Lists for shortage jobs. Fee DKK 6,810 + DKK 3,080 per accompanying family member.
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 69'550. 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; researcher/key-employee scheme: 27% + 8% AM (~32.8%) for up to 7 yrs if salary ≥≈DKK 75–80k/mo.
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.
| Categorie | Werk |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Leges (gezin) | CHF 1'630 |
| Inkomen / jr | CHF 69'550 |
| Vermogen | — |
| Min. verblijf | — |
| PV | 8 |
| Staatsburgerschap | 9 |
| Werk | yes |
| Komt in aanmerking | Non-EU/EEA/CH nationals with Danish job |
| Belasting | Worldwide income; researcher/key-employee scheme: 27% + 8% AM (~32.8%) for up to 7 yrs if salary ≥≈DKK 75–80k/mo. |
| Stand | 2026-10 |
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