How to apply
When applying for family reunification in Denmark, you must choose between four different application packages. Each application package contains a thorough description of how to fill in the form, and which documentation to include.
Please note: If an application for a residence permit on the grounds of family reunification does not include all the necessary information or documentation, it may be rejected. This means that the Immigration Service will not process the application. Please use the check list at the back of each application form before submitting the application.
Family reunification for spouses
> Application packet FA1 (English version)
> Application packet FA1 (Danish version)
Family reunification for children, who are applying concurrently with a parent
> Application packet FA6 (English version)
> Application packet FA6 (Danish version)
Family reunification for children, who are not applying concurrently with a parent
> Application packet FA7 (English version)
> Application packet FA7 (Danish version)
Family reunification with other family members
> Application packet SG1 (English version)
> Application packet SG1 (Danish version)
Furthermore, you can obtain a printed version of the application packet from the Danish diplomatic mission (embassy or consulate general) in your country of origin, from the Service Centre of the Immigration Service, or from the local police.
If you submit your application for family reunification in Denmark during a valid visa stay, extended visa stay, visa free stay, or extended visa free stay, or while holding a residence permit on other grounds, you are allowed to stay temporarily in Denmark while it is decided whether you can be granted a residence permit. This is called procedural residence.
Read more about application, case processing and decision.
Biometric features on residence cards
To obtain a residence card, you normally must have your biometric features (facial image and fingerprints) recorded in connection with the application being submitted. Read more about residence cards with biometric features.
Family reunification under EU rules
If you apply for family reunification with a Danish citizen in Denmark under the EU rules, special EU application packets should be used. Read more about family reunification under EU rules. Please note that there is no fee for submitting an application for family reunification under EU rules.