Key Points
- Denmark opens its second Working Holiday quota period on September 1, 2025.
- Citizens of Chile and Argentina can apply through VFS Global centers.
- Quota allows up to 150 residence permits across the two yearly periods.
- Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Overview
Denmark has announced the opening of its second Denmark Working Holiday Quota period for citizens of Chile and Argentina, beginning September 1, 2025. Applications will be accepted through VFS Global centers in Santiago and Buenos Aires, with appointments opening at 9 a.m. local time.
The Working Holiday program provides young travelers from partner countries with opportunities to reside in Denmark while supporting themselves through temporary employment. For 2025, Denmark allocates 150 residence permits annually for each partner country, distributed across two periods: March through August (up to 75 permits) and September through February (up to 150 permits total).
Permits are granted on a first-come, first-served basis, and once the quota is reached, no further applications will be accepted until the next cycle begins on March 1, 2026. While the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI) refunds its own processing fees for rejected applications, fees paid to VFS Global or local representations remain non-refundable.
This update underscores Denmark’s continued commitment to fostering cultural exchange while maintaining structured limits on temporary residence permits. For related updates, see Corporate Immigration Partners’ Danish insights.
Looking Ahead
Applicants from Chile and Argentina should prepare documentation early and monitor VFS appointment availability to secure one of the limited quota spots. Employers and cultural exchange sponsors may also wish to advise candidates on application timing and potential waitlists. Future policy changes or quota adjustments may be considered as Denmark reviews the program’s impact.
