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Horizons provides compliance solutions to ensure your business in Denmark operates in line with Denmark labor laws and tax regulations. Businesses benefit from hiring in, investing in, or job outsourcing to, Denmark in a range of industries, from customer service, to accounting services, to software development.
We also process monthly payroll, and, as an Denmark Employer of Record, absorb all local employer liabilities. Partnering with our Denmark EOR is the quickest and most cost-effective way to enter the Denmark market.
Note, a Denmark Employer of Record is also known as a Denmark Professional Employer Organization (PEO).
Hire in Denmark, and pay employees through our platform or app.
Our Denmark EOR solution is the most affordable on the market.
Fast onboarding in Denmark, hire in as little as 24 hours.
We draft labor contracts compliant with Danish labor law.
We administer all mandatory benefits and contributions in Denmark.
It doesn’t stop with Denmark — we are an international EOR
It is not mandatory, but we strongly recommend providing formal contracts of employment for all of your employees in Denmark. These contracts should be written in Danish, use the Danish kroner, and include all relevant details such as maternity leave, vacation allowance, salary/wage, expected working hours, and so on.
Many employee rights in Denmark are not centrally mandated but are negotiated via collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), so you may need to negotiate with trade unions or employee representatives when writing up your employment contracts, or adhere to pre-negotiated industry norms.
By partnering with our Denmark EOR, Horizons’ team of local experts can provide assistance for drafting strong employment contracts that are compliant with local regulations.
3 months
During probation: min. 14 days
0 to 6 months employment: min. 1 month
6 months to 3 years employment: min. 3 months
3 to 6 years employment: min. 4 months
6 to 9 years employment: min. 5 months
9+ years: min. 6 months
The effective termination date is end of the month following expiration of the notice period
Not applicable
After 24 months on a fixed-term contract, the fixed-term contract automatically converts to an indefinite contract
3 months
During probation: min. 14 days
0 to 6 months employment: min. 1 month
6 months to 3 years employment: min. 3 months
3 to 6 years employment: min. 4 months
6 to 9 years employment: min. 5 months
9+ years: min. 6 months
The effective termination date is end of the month following expiration of the notice period
Only applicable when an employee has 12+ years’ service to one employer
The standard working week in Denmark is generally limited to 37.5 hours per week, and employees must be given one full 24-hour rest period every week. Overtime compensation is set by CBAs, so you must be sure to understand the specifics of your situation when hiring.
The maximum working week including overtime is usually 48 hours.
As with many employment terms, Denmark’s annual holidays are set by CBAs, so can vary from role to role. However, the main holidays, which many workers receive paid leave for, are:
Denmark has a range of national public holidays that are celebrated annually. In 2025 these holidays are:
| Date | Holiday name |
|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2025 | New Year’s Day |
| 17 Apr 2025 | Maundy Thursday |
| 18 Apr 2025 | Good Friday |
| 20 Apr 2025 | Easter Sunday |
| 21 Apr 2025 | Easter Monday |
| 29 May 2025 | Ascension Day |
| 8 Jun 2025 | Whit Sunday |
| 9 Jun 2025 | Whit Monday |
| 25 Dec 2025 | Christmas Day |
| 26 Dec 2025 | Boxing Day |
Female employees in Denmark can take four weeks of maternity leave before childbirth, and 14 weeks after childbirth, with 50% of salary covered.
Male employees can take two weeks of paternal leave, also at 50% of normal salary, within 14 weeks of their child’s birth.
These payments are covered by the country’s social security system, not employers.
Both parents can also take up to 32 weeks of leave after this initial period of parental leave, and may be able to extend this even further in some cases.
Termination terms in Denmark can vary depending on the individual agreements made by employees or their representatives. Many people are covered by the Salaried Employees Act, under which:
Severance entitlements are handled similarly, with employees of more than 12 years entitled to one month of salary, employees of more than 15 years entitled to two months of salary, and employees of more than 18 years entitled to three months of salary.
Navigating employee terminations and handling severance packages can be complicated for companies expanding overseas for the first time. Horizons’ Denmark EOR can mitigate risk for foreign companies and provide guidance through this process.
There is no nationally standardized minimum wage in Denmark, but the most common rate across the county is around 1,600 EUR per month. This can vary depending on specific CBAs, so you must understand the relevant rules for your situation when hiring employees in Denmark
| Minimum Wage Country Comparison Chart | (Per month in USD) |
| Switzerland (Geneva) | $4,000 |
| Italy | $2,255 |
| Australia | $1996 |
| Algeria | $156 |
| Uzbekistan | $22 |
Many employers in Denmark choose to offer their employees benefits packages, including things such as extra pension contributions, a company car allowance, paid vacation days, a holiday bonus, and so on. However, setting up a benefits system in Denmark can be difficult if you are not familiar with the country’s complicated labor laws, language, and administrative norms.
Horizons can help you simplify this stage of your expansion by offering tailored Denmark EOR & benefit management outsourcing. Our experts will advise you on the best course of action and take care of your benefit setup and management, helping you focus on the important job of your Danish expansion.
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Generally speaking, the terms “Denmark PEO” and “Denmark EOR” are used interchangeably.
In most cases, Horizons’ Denmark EOR can hire & onboard your employee within 24 hours. The actual start date of the employee will depend on their notice period obligation to their previous employer as well as any relevant hiring rules in Denmark.
It is possible to get a work visa in Denmark. Horizons’ Global Mobility team is a dedicated team of work visa experts. They assess the details of each case to determine feasibility and costs before Horizons applies for the work visa on behalf of your employee. If the Global Mobility team determines that your case is feasible, the process is smooth and transparent. Visa spots in Denmark are limited, however—get started today to secure your employees’ visa spot.
Holiday Schedule in Denmark [2025]
