Key Points
- Denmark will standardize the registration of people from Taiwan across its immigration records.
- “Taiwan” will now be listed as place of birth, and “China” as nationality.
- The change affects residence permits, citizenship certificates, and other official documents.
Overview
Effective immediately, Denmark is introducing a uniform system for recording nationality and place of birth for individuals from Taiwan. Under the new guidance, “Taiwan” will be registered as the place of birth, while “China” will be recorded as the individual’s nationality. This approach will be applied consistently across all immigration and citizenship records, including residence permits, citizenship certificates, and legal documents.
Previously, Danish government entities used varying registration methods, resulting in inconsistencies across official documentation. The standardization aims to bring coherence to immigration records and improve data accuracy across the Danish immigration system.
This change applies to all new applications and extensions filed from now forward. Past registrations will not be automatically corrected, but individuals who wish to align their documents with the new policy may submit a request to the relevant issuing authority.
Looking Ahead
Applicants from Taiwan and their employers should ensure that future applications are formatted according to the new guidelines. Immigration counsel may help navigate corrections to existing documents. While the policy does not affect the legal rights of Taiwanese nationals residing in Denmark, attention to these technical registration details will be essential to avoid confusion during renewals or official document checks.
