Working in Denmark for a corporation in Germany

Can I work remotely in Denmark for a company in Germany?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. Does the company you are working for offer a remote work agreement?
  2. Is there a contract in place between the company and your current employer?
  3. Is there a contract in place between the company and the company you want to work for?
  4. Is the company that you want to work for registered in Denmark?
  5. Is the company that you want to work for registered in Germany?

Do you need a work permit?
In order to be able to work in Denmark, you need a work permit. A work permit is required to be able to work in Denmark, even if you are employed by a company in Germany.

What is the difference between a work permit and a residence permit?
A residence permit is a document that grants you permission to stay in Denmark. A work permit is a document that grants you permission to work in Denmark.

Is there a difference between a residence permit and a work permit?
Yes, there is a difference between a residence permit and a work permit. A residence permit grants you permission to stay in Denmark. A work permit grants you permission to work in Denmark.

How long do I need to stay in Denmark?
You can stay in Denmark for as long as you like. However, the Danish government has set a limit of three years for non-EU citizens and six years for EU citizens.

How can I find a remote job in Germany while living in Denmark?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Germany even if you are located in Denmark, for that we need to have a look at the laws in Germany.

In Germany, you are allowed to work remotely from anywhere in the world as long as you are able to work from that location.
The following is a list of the countries where you are allowed to work remotely from.
Germany
Austria
Belgium
Denmark
Finland
France
Greece
Ireland
Italy
Luxembourg
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
United States
If you are located in one of the countries on this list, you are allowed to work remotely from that location.
You can work remotely from anywhere in the world as long as you are able to work from that location.

How can I get paid in Denmark when working remotely for a company in Germany?

It is possible to get paid in Denmark while working for a company in Germany but it is not easy. If you are a Danish citizen you can get paid in Denmark but if you are not a Danish citizen you will need to work in Denmark. If you are not a Danish citizen you can get paid in Denmark if you work for a Danish company. If you are a Danish citizen you can get paid in Denmark even if you are working for a company in Germany.

If you are a Danish citizen you can get paid in Denmark if you work for a Danish company. If you are not a Danish citizen you will need to work in Denmark.

Will I pay taxes in Denmark or Germany when working remotely in Denmark?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Denmark for a corporation in Germany, so it’s important to be clear on what you are legally required to pay.

I am a freelancer in Denmark and I work for a corporation in Germany.
Will I have to pay taxes in Denmark or Germany when working remotely in Denmark?
When you work from Denmark for a corporation in Germany, you will pay taxes in Germany. However, you will not be taxed in Denmark. This is because you are a German resident and you are working in Denmark.
When you work from Germany for a corporation in Denmark, you will pay taxes in Denmark. However, you will not be taxed in Germany. This is because you are a Danish resident and you are working in Germany.
The Danish tax system is based on the principle of territoriality. This means that you pay tax in the country where you earn your income.
If you are a Danish resident and you are working in Germany, you will pay tax in Germany.
If you are a German resident and you are working in Denmark, you will pay tax in Denmark.