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IMPACT – MEDIUM
What is the change? The Danish Parliament has passed a bill that places approved companies on a fast track for work permits.
What does the change mean? The new procedures will allow pre-certified, registered companies to obtain expedited work permits for highly skilled employees.
Background: On Dec. 18, Parliament passed the reform measure (“Reform af international rekruttering”), which proposes to create a fast track for pre-approved employers applying for work permits for highly skilled foreign labor. Under the current version of the bill, companies that are pre-approved will be considered low-risk and therefore will be allowed to start foreign employees as soon as they file their applications. Full details – including eligibility criteria for companies to become pre-approved, documentary requirements and any new procedures – are expected to be unveiled next month.
BAL Analysis: While the specifics of the fast-track procedures are still unknown and a final bill may differ from the current version, an expedited work permit procedure is a welcome development that will improve conditions for companies that qualify.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in Denmark. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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