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New in Denmark?

If you are an international STEM student navigating the practicalities of settling into a new country, we’ve got you covered with essential insights and tips to make your transition smoother.

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Welcome to Denmark!

We are so happy that you have chosen Denmark as your study abroad experience. We hope that you will enjoy your stay and want to give you the best opportunities to make the transition a pleasant one.

So settle in, get to know the country at your own pace, do all the touristy things and read on, as we give you tips and insights on how to get the best possible student exchange life in Denmark.

IDA is Denmarks largest academic and social community for professionals and students in engineering, IT and natural sciences with around 38,000 student members – both Danes and internationals alike. As a student member of IDA, you get access to cash benefits, student events, free online courses, budget-friendly services and many other benefits.

You can use IDA while studying the same as regular members; get your contract reviewed before signing, upgrade your skills to better your chances on the Danish job market, connect with other internationals and partake in peer groups and networks and get your insurances through IDA Forsikring.

Practicalities upon arrival→

New course for internationals

Navigating
student life in Denmark

Navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of living in Denmark with this introductory guide tailored to new international students to Denmark. Start your community building well off.

Get insights and tips into:

Danish culture and values
How to network and establish routines in a new place
Practical tips for meeting Danes through social activities
and much more

As a student member of IDA, you have free access to the course on IDA Campus alongside other professional courses.

IDA Campus→

What can IDA do for you?

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Student life

Looking for study tips, information about Danish culture or how to find a student job? We have gathered experiences from other students and talked to IDA’s career counselors to give you a number of tips and advice on good study habits and a balanced student life.

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Learning Danish

Are you looking to cross that language barrier, or do you want to learn the language in order to get by on another level as an international in Denmark? Get our tips on how and where to start your Danish classes.

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Events for students

Very few places you will have as good of a chance to mingle with your fellow students - Danish and internationals alike - as a social event. Danes tend to let their reserved guard down, and it is the perfect setting to get to know each other.
Learn more about our events for students and get going.

A checklist for arrival

Sort out the practicalities

There is a lot to get in order when you move to a new country. We have collected some of the essential resources in one place to make it easier for you to find the right information:

Amongst other, you will find:

CPR-number: What is it and how do I get it?
Opening up a bank account
An introduction to the Danish tax system
and much more

And when you want help with upskilling, meeting other Danes and internationals, finding a student or part-time job and getting insights into your future job market, IDA is right alongside you.

Practical list

What do I need and where do I find it?

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Student life in Denmark

The quisine you can´t afford, the hot-potatoe-in-mouth-language - it´s not always easy to be an international student in Denmark.

Luckily, you have your fellow students along for the ride.

Become a student member of IDA