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DENMARK – Planned work permit exemption for key international event staff.
July 21, 2025
By: Hannah In-Chan, Director, Newland Chase Advisory.
Danish authorities have announced their intention to introduce a work permit exemption for certain international personnel involved in the organization and execution of business events, conferences, and trade fairs held in Denmark. Under the proposed exemption, key international event staff—including managers, planners, organizers, technicians, and communication professionals—will be permitted to work in Denmark for up to 10 days without the need for a work permit.
This exemption will apply exclusively to closed, indoor business events with a minimum of 400 registered participants. The 10-day period will encompass preparatory work, activities during the event, and post-event duties. Further details, including the effective date, are expected to be confirmed by the Danish authorities in due course.
Newland Chase insights
The proposed work permit exemption is expected to be a welcome development for a broad range of companies and professionals involved in event delivery in Denmark, particularly for self-employed individuals.
While the implementation date has yet to be confirmed, companies and individuals are strongly advised to continue securing the necessary work authorization in accordance with current regulations until further notice.
Please reach out to your Newland Chase dedicated contact or submit an inquiry should you have any specific questions regarding this announcement. We are here to help.
This immigration update is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal or scenario-specific advice. Furthermore, it is important to note that immigration announcements are subject to sudden and unexpected changes. Readers are encouraged to reach out to Newland Chase for any case- or company-specific assessments.
