Working hours & legalities
If you are a Nordic, EU/EEA or Swiss citizen, there are no restrictions to the number of hours you can work in Denmark while you study.
Students from non-EU/EEA countries may work in Denmark for up to 15 hours a week as well as full-time during the months of June, July and August. However, this requires a work permit sticker in your passport. If you did not apply for a work permit when applying for a residence permit to study in Denmark, you can apply for one at the Danish Immigration Service. Read about how to apply.
If you are under 18 years of age, you are only eligible for a work permit if you have a written offer or contract for a specific position. The employer must also confirm to the Danish Immigration Service that he or she upholds workplace environment legislation.
Please note: If you work illegally in Denmark – for example by working more than 15 hours a week as a non-EU/EEA student – the Danish Immigration Service will either revoke your residence permit or refuse to extend it. You risk deportation. Also, both you and your employer could face a prison sentence or be fined.
Useful links
How to apply
http://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-us/coming_to_dk/studies/how_to_apply.htm
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