Working conditions in Denmark
A fundamental feature of the Danish labour market is the strong labour market organisations.
Membership of an organisation is common for employers and employees. Approximately 80 per cent of employees are members of a trade union. Membership is voluntarily. If you are a member, the union can offer you advice and help to settle disputes.
Pay and working conditions are typically decided by collective agreements between trade unions and employers' organisations. There is no statutory minimum wage and no general rules about dismissal and periods of notice.
An employer covered by a collective agreement must offer you the terms agreed upon even if you are not a member of the trade union which is party to the agreement. Read more about the
Danish labour market on the website of the Ministry of Employment.
Agreement with the employer about working conditions
According to Danish law it is not a requirement that terms and conditions are agreed in writing. However, the employer must inform you in writing of the working conditions such as wages, working hours, notice in case of dismissal, holidays etc., no later than one month after you take up a position. Read more about employment contracts on workindenmark.dk.
Other relevant information
On the website of the Ministry of Employment you will find links to other relevant information such as legislation on health and safety at work, industrial injuries and equal treatment. Go to the website of the Ministry of Employment.