Family reunification to Denmark with a cohabiting partner
Are you in a relationship with a Danish resident?
If you are in a stable, committed relationship with a Danish resident, you may be eligible for a residence permit in Denmark.
To qualify, you and your partner must meet several requirements, including:
- Proof of relationship: You will need to provide evidence of your relationship, such as joint tenancy agreements, shared bank accounts, or joint travel documents.
- Sufficient income: Your partner must be able to financially support you and any dependents.
- Accommodation: You must have suitable accommodation in Denmark.
Requirements to be reunified with your partner
To be considered in a permanent cohabiting relationship, you and your partner must have lived together at the same address for at least 18 months.
Exceptions to the 18-month rule:
In certain cases, the 18-month requirement may be waived. For more information, you can always reach out to us at Globe Advokater and we will try and guide you the best we can.
Financial Responsibility:
Your partner in Denmark needs to be able to financially support you if necessary. This means they must be able to cover your living expenses, such as rent and food.
Voluntary relationship:
To be eligible for a residence permit based on a relationship with a Danish citizen or resident, your relationship must be genuine and not solely for the purpose of obtaining a residence permit.
Key Factors Considered by the Danish Immigration Service:
- Voluntariness: Your relationship should be freely chosen and not forced or coerced.
- Authenticity: Your relationship should be based on genuine feelings and intentions.
- Stability: You and your partner should demonstrate a stable and committed relationship.
You need to be at least 24 years old
According to the 24 year requirement both parties in the relationship has to be above the age of 24 to qualify.
You need to have visited Denmark once
This is another requirement to be aware of.