Pay Limit Scheme (also Positive Lists, Fast-track) (Beløbsordningen)
Pay Limit Scheme (also Positive Lists, Fast-track) is a residence route in Denmark (Angajare). 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 | Angajare |
|---|---|
| Investiție | — |
| Taxe (familie) | CHF 1'630 |
| Venit / an | CHF 69'550 |
| Active | — |
| Ședere min. | — |
| RP | 8 |
| Cetățenie | 9 |
| Muncă | yes |
| Eligibil | Non-EU/EEA/CH nationals with Danish job |
| Impozit | Worldwide income; researcher/key-employee scheme: 27% + 8% AM (~32.8%) for up to 7 yrs if salary ≥≈DKK 75–80k/mo. |
| La data de | 2026-10 |
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