New Legislation Will Make It Easier to Attract International Employees to Denmark
🚨 A new bill is on its way – and it could have a big impact on your business!
It will soon become easier to attract international employees to Denmark.
But how do you ensure that recruitment is successful – for both the company and the employee?
How do you create the right conditions for the international employee to thrive and choose to stay?
Business Travelers Risk Losing Benefits Without A1 Certificate
The Free Movement of Labor in the EU Is Facing More Restrictions
In recent years, the EU has tightened rules around cross-border work. One key area is social security: employees on business trips must carry an approved A1 certificate – even for one-day trips. Since 2018, countries like Germany, France, Austria, and the Netherlands have increased enforcement, and missing documentation can now lead to fines and loss of benefits.
LAG & FLAG Thy-Mors is supporting Relocare
Modtog en stor overraskelse i dag med posten, i form af et flot indrammet diplom. Relocare er udvalgt til Eliteleverandør til det Offentlige på baggrund af enestående kvalitet og udsøgt pris. Kun 1% af danske virksomheder gør sig fortjent til denne udmærkelse. Tusind tak – det sætter vi overordentlig stor pris på, og ser frem til et fortsat godt samarbejde med Region Midtjylland og Væksthus Midtjylland.
Why Relocare – Hold on to the International Gold
Highly educated, international employees coming to Denmark to work are worth gold; this can be read in newspaper articles in Denmark. However, a large part of these valuable employees leave Denmark prematurely, because they do not feel comfortable in Denmark.
Elite Supplier to the Public Sector
Modtog en stor overraskelse i dag med posten, i form af et flot indrammet diplom. Relocare er udvalgt til Eliteleverandør til det Offentlige på baggrund af enestående kvalitet og udsøgt pris. Kun 1% af danske virksomheder gør sig fortjent til denne udmærkelse. Tusind tak – det sætter vi overordentlig stor pris på, og ser frem til et fortsat godt samarbejde med Region Midtjylland og Væksthus Midtjylland.
Immigration Law Change
A new Danish immigration law introduces the Fast-track scheme, allowing certified companies to quickly hire highly qualified foreign employees without waiting for permit processing. Employees can begin work immediately after submitting their application, provided they meet certain conditions and enter Denmark legally. The scheme includes four tracks: high salary, researchers, internal training, and short-term stays. Companies must be certified (with at least 20 full-time employees and Danish-standard employment terms) and attend an informational meeting with authorities. Permits can last up to 4 years. The law takes effect on April 1, 2015, but companies can apply for certification now. Relocare offers assistance with the process.
Talent Management in in Professional Football
Professional football offers strong lessons in talent management that many companies can learn from. Football clubs recruit, develop, and retain talent with structure, early investment, and continuous feedback — areas where many businesses fall short.
Key points:
Early development: Football nurtures talent from a young age; companies often start too late.
Team integration: Clear roles and shared goals help manage strong personalities.
Employer branding: Happy players (employees) attract new talent.
Frequent feedback: Ongoing evaluation keeps performance on track.
Relocation support: Cultural and personal support is crucial for international hires.
Retention: Individual development plans and a strong environment build loyalty.
In short: A people-focused, structured approach boosts both team and business success.
