What is this book about?

Moving to Denmark: Everything You Need to Know is a comprehensive and practical guide for anyone relocating to Denmark. Whether you’re moving for work, studies, family, or simply a new beginning, this book offers a complete roadmap—from visas and housing to taxes, healthcare, and making friends.

Written in clear, everyday English by someone who has lived in Denmark and abroad, this guide goes beyond the basics. It answers the questions foreigners actually ask — but that you need to be Danish to know the answer to.

You won’t just read about moving to Denmark. You’ll learn how to do it—successfully, legally, and with far fewer surprises and headaches.

How this book will help you move to Denmark

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed searching through government websites or Facebook groups trying to figure out where to begin, this book is the shortcut you need.

By reading this book, you’ll:

• Understand the visa and immigration process without getting lost in bureaucracy or legal jargon.

• Know how to find and secure housing, avoid scams, and choose a city or suburb that matches your lifestyle.

• Get a full overview of the cost of living in Denmark, with realistic figures for rent, groceries, childcare, utilities, and transport.

• Learn how to open a bank account, get a NemKonto, and understand how Danish taxes and public services work.

• Feel more prepared to access healthcare, register for insurance, and know what to do in case of emergencies.

• Explore transportation options including biking culture, public transport, and the process of getting a Danish driver’s license.

• Discover how to make friends, join communities, and understand how Danes socialize (or don’t).

• Get tips on bringing partners and children, including schooling, daycare, and family reunification.

Whether you're moving alone or with family, short-term or permanently, this book gives you the practical foundation to make Denmark feel like home.

About the author

Steven Højlund, Ph.D., is a Danish author and the Editor in Chief of the Danish media outlet The Danish Dream that provides Danish news to foreigners in English. Steven holds a Ph.D. from Copenhagen Business School and has conducted international research collaborations with Stanford University as well as teaching at Maastricht University. Born and raised in Denmark, Steven has spent most of his life working, living, and coaching others on how to thrive in Danish society.

As the author of several books about Denmark, Steven combines deep academic knowledge with lived experience to help foreigners understand the real Denmark—from how systems work to how people live. His goal is simple: to make your transition smoother, smarter, and more successful.