IMPACT — MEDIUM

The Danish government announced that it will require individuals to use online forms for some immigration applications.

Key Points:

  • As of June 1, individuals must use online forms for the following immigration applications:
    • AR1 online — Application for residence and work permit on grounds of salaried work.
    • PHD1 online — Application for a residence and work permit as a PhD student.
    • MF1 online — Application for a residence and work permit as a family member of a foreign national who is to work or study in Denmark.
    • PR1/3 online — Application for a residence and work permit as an intern (except for commuters).
    • XG 1 — Application for a residence and work permit as a volunteer or in order to obtain a Danish authorization as a doctor, dentist or nurse.
    • BF1/2 — Application for dispensation to prevent a residence permit from lapsing.
  • Danish authorities may reject applications that do not use the new online forms.

Additional Information: More information regarding the mandatory use of online application forms and possible exemptions is available here.

BAL Analysis: Denmark authorities implemented the new online form requirement to streamline the application process and reduce processing times.

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