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It may be a good idea to bring warm clothes and shoes. The dresscode in Denmark is business casual. You are also welcome to bring your national attire (if applicable). For information about the weather forecast, please see here
You should bring your own towels, but bed linen will be provided.
We recommend that you arrive alone at first to allow sufficient time to settle in and become acquainted with the conditions in Denmark before welcoming visitors. You are responsible for making all arrangements and covering any additional expenses yourself. For example, if you stay at a hotel, you must pay for any accompanying guest. Please read more here
It is not advisable for your child(ren) to accompany you during your study stay in Denmark, as there are no child- care arrangements in Danida Fellowship Centre’s programmes. Shorter visits by unaccompanied children are not possible. Please read more here
You have to apply for the visa for your spouse and children yourself. Danida Fellowship Centre only helps with the visa for fellows coming for training.
Yes.
If you are in Denmark less than 90 days: You will receive an insurance certificate together with your air ticket and Letter of Acceptance. Danida Fellows are insured through an agreement with “Europæiske”. If you are in Denmark more than 90 days, you are covered by the Danish National Health Insurance Scheme for health issues. For all other issues, you are insured by the insurance with “Europæiske”.
No, unless you have received a message from Danida Fellowship Centre saying otherwise.
Yes, at the general practitioner. The check-up is subject to a charge (currently app. DKK 2,000). Please note that neither the insurance nor Danida Fellowship Centre will cover this charge.
Yes.
Short courses: Your course finishing date (departure date) must be earlier than two months prior to your due date.
Longer study stays: It is not possible for you to give birth while in Denmark, so if your due date is during your planned stay in Denmark, your study in Denmark will be cancelled or postponed.
Yes, most opticians/spec shops do eyesight tests for free and you are not obliged to purchase glasses at the shop.
No.
You will find all information needed here
Please send an e-mail to the DFC office (dfc@dfcentre.dk) and book an appointment.
If outside office hours call the emergency service. Find the information here
Either in a hotel or a hostel. You will receive an e-mail with the information about 2 weeks prior to your arrival. You will get your own room.
It depends on where you will stay while in Denmark and whether there are facilities for you to cook. Please read more here.
No. DFC does not make changes to tickets already issued. It is not possible either to make requests for business class seating either.
Yes, you can travel to all Schengen countries if you have a Schengen Visa or a residence permit. If you need to travel to a country outside of the Schengen area, you need to apply for a visa for that country before coming to Denmark. Please read more here.
Yes, Danida Fellowship Centre will pay for your return or trip home in case of severe illness or death of your spouse, father/mother or child.
Yes. Please see here
Yes, there is wireless internet connection in all rooms at the Danida Fellowship Centre hostel. How to get connected to the wireless internet is described in the brochure that you will find in your room.
Yes.
You can apply for a Master or PhD, if your Danida Programme is willing to pay for your Master/PhD.
In Denmark, the level of prices is relatively high. However, the fellow's allowance is sufficient to maintain a decent living standard.
Denmark has its own language – Danish, but most Danes also speak English.
Yes, the tap water is drinkable everywhere in Denmark. This means that it is also safe to eat raw vegetables, salads, etc. which have been rinsed under running water.
The crime rate in Denmark is low. It is safe to walk the streets at night. However, fellows should always lock the door when leaving their room. If you are accommodated at ground floor level, it’s advisable to leave windows shut. You should also be aware of pickpocketing.
Although more than 70% of the Danish population are members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Denmark, Danes are, generally speaking, not a highly religious people. The Church is primarily attended for baptisms, confirmations, weddings, and funerals, while only a small minority participate in regular worship services.
Other religious denominations are mainly represented in the larger cities, where church services in English can also be found.
It depends on the airline company. Please check the website of the airline company.
If you are staying outside the Copenhagen area, Danida Fellowship Centre will provide the necessary train/flight/bus ticket. If you are staying within the Copenhagen area, you are kindly requested to use public transport. For more information on public transport and time schedule, please go to www.Rejseplanen.dk (The Journey Planner). In case you prefer to go by taxi it will be on your own expense.
