Expat Guide to Living in Denmark

Whether you're already living in Denmark or preparing to move to Denmark, our Expat Guide to Living in Denmark offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Denmark. For answers to specific questions, visit our Denmark Forum to talk with expats in Denmark.

10 Tips for Living in Denmark

Members share their advice for other expats and newcomers to Denmark... from learning the language to living without a car.

10 Expats Talk About Moving to Denmark

Expats talk about moving to Denmark - from what to bring to Danish culture, finding a job to advice for newcomers.

Moving to Copenhagen, Denmark

Expect to live in an apartment and not a home unless you have a very large budget for housing expenses. CIS and Rygaards are the only international schools I would recommend in any way. When setting a budget, double or triple it. And, lastly, rent through a rent manager and NOT directly with a home owner.

Culture Shock in Copenhagen, Denmark

An expat in Denmark talks about what it's like to move to Copenhagen. Meeting people and making friends isn't easy in Denmark, because Danish people are reserved and take time to get to know. He enjoys the fact that most Danish people are into fitness and healthy eating.

Living in Copenhagen , Denmark

An expat living in Copenhagen offers an incredible glimpse of what it's to live there. Although Denmark is very homogeneous, Danish people are open to other cultures. The high cost of living and tight job market can make staying in Copenhagen long-term difficult for many expats.

More Living in Denmark Reports

What are people's priorities in Denmark - work? family? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Denmark:

Living in Copenhagen , Denmark

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Reviews of Schools in Denmark

Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Denmark. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Denmark:

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Denmark. If you are already living in Denmark, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Denmark by taking our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Denmark? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Denmark by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

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Working in Denmark Reports

What's it like to find a job in Denmark? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Denmark? Below are some of the reports from expats in Denmark:

Working in Aarhus, Denmark

Working in Copenhagen, Denmark

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Denmark Forum
Join our Denmark forum to meet other expats and talk about living in Denmark.

Living in Denmark Guide

Members share their advice for other expats and newcomers to Denmark... from learning the language to living without a car.

Moving to Denmark Guide

Our guide to moving to Denmark with lots of advice from expats on the ground.