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Denmark Family Reunification Visa

The Denmark Family Reunification Visa allows a spouse, registered partner, or other eligible family member of a person residing in Denmark to apply for a residence permit to join their sponsor. Applications are processed by the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI) via newtodenmark.dk. For spouse and partner cases, Denmark applies detailed integration-related conditions, including a housing requirement, a self-support requirement for the sponsor, and a financial guarantee that the sponsor must lodge with the Danish authorities. Denmark also applies a minimum age rule (24 years) in ordinary spouse cases. As with all Denmark visa and residence categories, the decision to approve a Family Reunification application rests solely with SIRI or the Danish Immigration Service, based on the sponsor’s status and the documentation submitted.

Eligibility

  • Applicant is an eligible family member (typically spouse, registered partner, or minor child) of a sponsor residing in Denmark
  • Both spouses/partners are generally required to be at least 24 years old in ordinary spouse cases
  • Sponsor meets housing, self-support, and financial guarantee requirements
  • Applicant and sponsor together generally must meet a set number of integration-related conditions
  • Applicant holds a valid passport or travel document
  • Applicant is able to provide biometric data as part of the process
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Government Visa Fees

Fee TypeGovernment Fee (DKK)
Family Reunification – Spouse/Partner (first-time application, 2026 level)DKK 8,490
Financial Guarantee (2026 level, lodged by the sponsor)DKK 61,709.34
Accompanying Family Member (to a study/PhD sponsor, 2026 level)DKK 3,080

Exchange rates fluctuate; the INR figures above are indicative only. Certain applicants may be exempt from the fee, including cases where the sponsor holds refugee status, is seriously ill, or has a disability. Fee and guarantee amounts are reviewed annually; confirm the current figures directly on newtodenmark.dk before submission. Information may vary depending on individual circumstances.

Denmark Visa Processing Time

According to SIRI’s published guidance, spouse and partner Family Reunification applications have an expected maximum processing time of approximately seven months from a complete submission. Processing time depends on verification of the sponsor’s status, the relationship documentation, the housing and income requirements, and the completeness of the application. Because the financial guarantee and integration conditions involve detailed documentation, applicants are strongly advised to review the current requirements on newtodenmark.dk and apply as early as possible. If approved, family members generally receive a residence permit that is renewable, subject to continued eligibility.

Required Documents Checklist

Valid passport or travel document
Passport-sized photograph
Completed application form (e.g., FA1 for spouse/partner cases)
Proof of the family relationship (marriage or partnership certificate)
Proof of the sponsor's residence status or Danish/EU citizenship
Proof that the sponsor meets the housing requirement
Proof that the sponsor meets the self-support requirement
Proof of the financial guarantee lodged by the sponsor
Evidence relating to integration-related conditions, as applicable
Biometric data (photograph and fingerprints) provided in person

Step-by-Step Application Process

Confirm the sponsor's eligibility to bring a spouse, partner, or family member to Denmark.
Review the current age, housing, income, and integration requirements on newtodenmark.dk.
Complete the official application form (such as FA1).
Gather and organise all supporting documents.
Pay the applicable government fee and, where required, arrange the financial guarantee. v
Submit the application through newtodenmark.dk or the relevant Danish Mission.
Provide biometric data (photograph and fingerprints) as required.
Wait for SIRI to examine the application and issue a decision.

Important Notes

Approval depends solely on SIRI or the Danish Immigration Service.
Denmark applies a minimum age rule of 24 in most ordinary spouse cases.
The sponsor must generally meet housing, self-support, and financial guarantee requirements.
Government fees and guarantee amounts are reviewed annually and should be verified before payment.
Incomplete applications can lead to significant delays or refusal.
Processing may take up to approximately seven months for spouse/partner cases.
Certain sponsors, such as those with refugee status or serious illness, may qualify for a fee exemption.

Why Choose Shivansh Consultants

Family Reunification applications in Denmark involve detailed integration conditions, financial guarantees, and housing documentation, making accuracy essential given the lengthy processing timeline. Shivansh Consultants offers eligibility assessment, documentation support, and thorough application review to help families prepare a complete and correctly organised submission. Our experienced visa consultants provide personalised guidance at every step, from reviewing the sponsor’s eligibility to organising relationship and financial proof, while maintaining a transparent process throughout. We offer end-to-end assistance for your Denmark Family Reunification Visa application, while final approval remains solely at the discretion of SIRI and the Danish Immigration Service.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a Denmark Family Reunification Visa?
It is a residence permit route that allows a spouse, registered partner, or other eligible family member to join a sponsor who resides in Denmark, processed by SIRI under newtodenmark.dk.
2. How much does a Denmark Family Reunification Visa cost?
The first-time spouse/partner application fee is DKK 8,490 at the 2026 level, and the sponsor must also generally lodge a financial guarantee of DKK 61,709.34, per SIRI's published figures.
3. How long does Denmark Family Reunification Visa processing take?
Spouse and partner Family Reunification applications have an expected maximum processing time of approximately seven months, according to SIRI's published guidance.
4. Who is eligible for a Denmark Family Reunification Visa?
Eligible family members are generally the spouse, registered partner, or minor children of a sponsor residing in Denmark, subject to age, housing, income, and integration-related conditions.
5. Is there a minimum age requirement for Denmark Family Reunification?
Yes, in most ordinary spouse cases, both partners must generally be at least 24 years old, in accordance with Danish family reunification rules.