The Government of Denmark, through its Positive List Scheme, is calling for foreign skilled workers, including Nigerians, to fill urgent job vacancies in various industries. These include IT, construction, health care, engineering, agriculture, and education.
With one of Europe’s most structured work visa systems and a high quality of life, Denmark is becoming a top destination for non-EU professionals looking to work and live in Europe.
📌 Overview
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🏛️ Program: Denmark Positive List for Skilled Workers
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🛂 Visa Type: Work Visa (Green Card/Residence Permit – up to 4 years)
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👨👩👧 Family Visa: Allowed – spouse and children included
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🌍 Open to: Non-EU citizens including Nigerians
🧑🔧 Industries Hiring in Denmark (2025)
According to Denmark’s latest Positive List, these sectors are actively hiring:
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Healthcare & Nursing
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Nurses, caregivers, dentists, physiotherapists
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Must be licensed and pass Danish language test (some training available)
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Construction & Engineering
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Civil, electrical, mechanical engineers
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Architects, structural planners, project managers
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IT & Tech
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Software developers, programmers, system analysts
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AI experts, cyber security analysts, IT consultants
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Education
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Secondary school teachers (science, math, special needs)
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Preschool educators with training certificates
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Agriculture & Skilled Trades
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Farm assistants, animal workers, food technicians
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Electricians, welders, and plumbers
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💰 Salary & Work Conditions
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Average starting salary: €3,000 – €5,000/month
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Paid vacation: Minimum 5 weeks/year
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Family relocation support
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Healthcare, pension, unemployment insurance
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After 4 years, eligible for permanent residency
✅ Eligibility Criteria
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A valid international passport
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Relevant degree or technical certification
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Work experience in a listed field
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Must have a valid job offer from a Danish employer
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Proficiency in English (some jobs require Danish, but not all)
📄 Documents Required
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Academic certificates
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Updated CV (European format)
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Work experience references
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Passport biodata page
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Job offer letter (to be issued after selection)
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Proof of English or Danish language skills
🔗 Where to Find Jobs
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✅ Official Denmark job portal:
👉 https://workindenmark.dk -
✅ EURES European Job Mobility Portal:
👉 https://ec.europa.eu/eures -
✅ Individual company portals (many offer relocation help):
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Novo Nordisk (biotech)
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Maersk (engineering/logistics)
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Vestas (renewable energy)
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LEGO Group (design & manufacturing)
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🗓️ Application Timeline
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📅 Applications are open throughout the year
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🔁 Jobs on the Positive List are updated every 6 months
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✅ Apply ASAP – especially for roles with severe shortages
📢 Tips for Applicants
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Tailor your CV and cover letter to each job
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Focus on European format resumes (Europass)
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Use job boards that specifically highlight “international” or “relocation supported”
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Start with English-speaking jobs and train in Danish later if needed