Final Checks

Final Pre-Departure Checklist for Denmark

The last things to check before you leave India or Pakistan for Denmark, and what to do right after you land. Prices are in Danish krone (DKK).

Pre-Departure Checklist

Documents

Complete

Travel

In Progress

Money

Pending

After Landing

Pending

Pro Tips:

Keep your passport, residence permit papers and rental contract in your hand luggage. You need them to register in Denmark.

Final Pre-Departure Preparation

You have your admission and your residence permit. Use this list to check the last things before you fly to Denmark.

Why This Checklist Is Essential

You need your permit, passport and contract to register your address.
You need a CPR number for a bank account and a family doctor.

When To Complete This Checklist

After your permit: Book your flight and plan your route from the airport.
Before you fly: Pay your deposit safely and check your bank card.
First week in Denmark: Register your address within 5 days and get your CPR number.

One tab at a time

Go through each tab and tick things off.

Originals with you

Keep original papers in your hand luggage.

CPR first

Many things in Denmark wait for your CPR number.

Rooms Are Hard to Find in August and September

Do not travel to a big Danish city in August or September without a room booked first.

Comprehensive Checklist

Documents Checklist

Permit and Passport

Passport

Your passport must be issued in the last 10 years and have at least 2 empty pages. It must be valid for at least 3 months after you plan to leave Denmark.

Residence permit decision

The letter that says you may live and study in Denmark, plus the entry visa. Both come from the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI).

Admission letter

From your Danish university.

For Registering in Denmark

Rental contract

Signed by you and the landlord. You need it as proof of address to get your CPR number (your Danish personal ID number).

Copies of your papers

Keep scans of your passport, permit and contract on your phone.

Baggage Allowances

Carry-On Essentials

Passport and residence permit papers
Admission letter
Rental contract
Bank card and some cash

Initial Financial Planning

Estimated Initial Expenses in Denmark

Budget planning for your first month and initial setup costs. Amounts vary by city and lifestyle.

Category	First Month	Security Deposit	Description
Rent	DKK 3,000 to 6,500 a month. Water, heat and power are usually included.	Often 3 months' rent. If you also pay some rent in advance, you may pay up to 6 months' rent in total.	Rent is due by the first working day of each month.
Food	DKK 2,000 to 3,500 a month	-	Cooking at home keeps this low.
Local transport	About DKK 300 a month	-	Many students cycle. A used bike costs DKK 400 to 2,000.