According to regulation (EC) No. 380/2008 of 18 April 2008 residence cards issued after May 20, 2012 shall contain an electronic chip with photo, fingerprints and signature recorded digitally. In this way the security against forgery and misuse of residence cards is strengthened considerably.
The decision to introduce fingerprints in residence cards, has been made at a central level in the EU as part of the combat against terrorism, human trade, human trafficking, illegal immigration and other transnational crime.
Biometrics must be obtained when the application is lodged
In order to issue biometric residence cards, installation of special equipment for taking photos and recording fingerprints and signature is necessary.
Can I apply for a residence/work permit if one or more of my fingers are injured? According to the law biometric data must always be contained in a biometric residence card. If the index finger is injured, a biometric residence card can be issued. In that case, a fingerprint will be taken of an alternative finger.
Must children also give their fingerprints?
No. Fingerprints are not collected from children under 6 years of age.Children: We recommend bringing a recent photo of the child, which meets the requirements for a photo . The photo can then be scanned by the Consulate General, in case the Consulate General does not have the means to take a valid photo.
What to bring?
Bring the application and supporting documents (originals as well as copies). Copies of the originals must be in colour and size A4 or standard US paper size (8 ½” x 11”). No two-sided copies are allowed.
Where to apply? Danish Consulate General885 Second Avenue, 18th floor (48th Street)New York, NY 10017Tel.: (212) 223-4545Fax: (212) 754-1904E-mail: nycgkl@um.dk Please note that you need to make an appointment before you can show up at the Consulate General of Denmark in New York (make appointment below).
Please be advised that it is also possible to apply for a student permit at the Consulate General of Norway in Houston www.norway.org/Houston and San Francisco www.norway.org/SanFrancisco and the Embassy of Sweden in Washington DC www.swedenabroad.se. However biometrics cannot be obtained at these locations and must be obtain once in Denmark. If you chose to apply at one of the above representations, you must contact that office directly. Fee for submitting an application From 1 January 2011 onwards, in addition to the fee presented to the Consulate General, a fee will normally have to be paid directly to the Danish Immigration Service in order for your application to be processed. The fee can either be paid by you (the applicant) or by another person, such as an individual in Denmark. If you have not paid the fee to the Immigration Service your application will be rejected. Please include documentation indicating that you have paid the fee, e.g. bank wire receipts. Read more about Fees.
What to submit? Applicants should submit the following documentation a minimum of 2-3 months prior to departure.
The application form contains a detailed description of how you and the educational institution should complete the form, and which documents you must attach, beyond that you must submit the following:
1. An application form completed and signed. Application form ST1.
2. Valid original passport and a copy of the passport (all pages including front page)Passport must be valid at least 3 months – other travel documents at least 6 months – beyond the expiration date of the permit applied for.
3. Documentation of fee paid to the Danish Immigration Service How to pay fee 4. Proof (original documents) that the applicant can support him-/herself financially while in Denmark. A minimum of $ 830 per month is required (bank statement, grant, approved loan). Funds must be in students own name only. No joint account is acceptable.
5. Notarized letter of consent from parents and a copy of the Birth Certificate if applicant is under 18 years of age.
6. Fee to the Consulate General (See list of Fees) 7. Please note that you need to make an appointment before you can show up at the Consulate General of Denmark in New York. An appointment must be made for each applicant. If you have not used the appointment module before, please go to appointment (please see link below), log on and start a new user account. You will be asked for:
· E-mail address
· Create password
· Your name
· Your telephone number
Click here for an appointment
After you have made the appointment, an e-mail will confirm your appointment.
Please indicate your daytime phone numbers and e-mail on the form.
PLEASE ALLOW A MINIMUM OF 2 MONTHS FOR PROCESSING OF APPLICATIONS.
The Consulate General advises against making any final travel arrangements, particularly purchase of non-refundable air tickets for a specific date, prior to approval of your application.
No fee for Japanese passport holders.
Read more about the possibilities of studying in Denmark in our About Denmark section here.