Family reunification allows you to bring your family members to Denmark to live with you. To be eligible, you must be a Danish citizen, have a permanent residence permit, or be a refugee.  

Common family members eligible for family reunification include:

• Spouse  
• Registered partner  
• Cohabiting partner
• Children under 18
• Parents 
• Siblings of an unaccompanied minor 

The process of family reunification involves:

1. Eligibility Assessment: Determining if you and your family member meet the specific requirements for family reunification.
2. Document Preparation: Gathering all necessary documents, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and proof of financial support.
3. Application Submission: Submitting the application to the Danish Immigration Service.
4. Processing and Decision-Making: Waiting for a decision from the Danish Immigration Service.

A residence permit is a longer-term authorization to stay in Denmark. It allows you to live and work in the country for an extended period. To obtain a residence permit, you typically need to meet specific criteria, such as having a job offer, being a student, or being a family member of a Danish citizen or resident.

Visas

A visa is a short-term authorization to enter and stay in Denmark. It is usually granted for specific purposes, such as tourism, business, or visiting family and friends. Visas are typically valid for a limited period and do not allow you to work or study in Denmark.

How they work together:

1. Visa-free travel and application: Citizens of certain countries, such as the US, can enter Denmark visa-free for up to 90 days. During this period, they can apply for a residence permit, for example, if they have a job offer, are enrolling in a study program or trying to obtain a residence permit through family reunification. It is important to note however, that visa free travel should not be abused with the sole purpose being to enter Denmark to gain long term residence permits.
2. Temporary Visa: In some cases, you may need a temporary visa to enter Denmark while your residence permit application is being processed. This allows you to stay in the country legally while waiting for a decision.

Globe Advokater can help you with both visas and residence permits.

At the moment, the processing time for an application for family reunification is 7 months from when the application is lodged with the Danish Immigration services.

If you are an EU citizen residing in Denmark, you may be able to bring your non-EU family members to join you. Globe Advokater can assist you with the process of family reunification under EU law.

We can help you with:

• Eligibility assessment: Determining whether your family members meet the specific requirements for family reunification.
• Document preparation: Gathering and preparing all necessary documents, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and proof of financial support.
• Application submission: Submitting the application to the Danish Immigration Service.
• Representation: Representing you before the Danish Immigration Service and addressing any issues or concerns.

By choosing Globe Advokater, you can ensure a smooth and efficient family reunification process.

• Assessing your eligibility: We will evaluate your specific situation to determine if you meet the requirements for family reunification.
• Preparing and submitting your application: We will help you gather all necessary documents and ensure your application is complete and accurate. 
• Representing you: We can represent you before the Danish Immigration Service and address any issues or concerns.   
• Providing ongoing support: We will keep you informed throughout the process and address any questions or concerns you may have.  

By choosing Globe Advokater, you can rest assured that your family reunification application is in experienced hands.