Denmark has officially confirmed that foreign nationals holding an Establishment Card, along with their accompanying family members, are excluded from five specific welfare benefits. The Danish authorities published the list to clarify the boundaries of this immigration status.
Five Benefits Excluded for Establishment Card Holders
The restrictions apply to the following categories of allowances:
- Cash benefits
- Self-sufficiency and return benefit
- Transition benefit
- Rehabilitation benefits
- Graduate allowances
According to the official guidance, the restrictions apply to anyone who has been granted an Establishment Card or is an accompanying family member to a person holding an Establishment Card.
What the Establishment Card Allows
The Establishment Card is a permit issued by Denmark that allows skilled foreign nationals to remain in the country after completing their studies or ending employment. It provides time to explore entrepreneurial or business opportunities. However, it does not grant access to the social welfare provisions listed above.
The publication of this list serves as a practical guide for cardholders to understand the boundaries of their status, helping them plan their finances without depending on state support systems reserved for other resident categories.
Previous Restrictions for Green Card Holders
In a related development, Legit.ng reported that Denmark has also listed five benefits barred to foreigners holding a Green Card and their families. These include cash benefits, self-sufficiency and return benefits, transition benefits, rehabilitation benefits, and other benefits covered by the Active Social Policy Act.
