All About Employee Rights in Denmark
Learn which employee protection regulations you should know when hiring in Denmark and how Justworks EOR can help.
How an EOR Can Help with Compliance
Denmark's labor laws are designed to balance the needs of both employers and employees, fostering a fair and respectful workplace. Simplify the complexities of Danish labor regulations and hire confidently with Justworks EOR. In addition to compliance guidance, Justworks provides the support to minimize the costs and risks of hiring in Denmark.
What HR Leaders Need to Know in Denmark
Here’s some important employee rights to remember when hiring in Denmark.
Employment Contracts
Employees who work over three hours weekly, must receive a written agreement detailing essential terms and conditions of employment.
Employment contracts should include:
Names and addresses of both parties
Place of work or if work is permitted outside of workplace (remote work)
Description of job
Start date
Duration and conditions of any probationary periods
Salary, deductions, and frequency of payments
Daily working hours
Any training or education requirements to complete job duties
Social security institutions receiving contributions for taxes/deductions
Any collective bargaining agreements
Payslips
Employers should make payments in the local currency, Danish Krone. Payslips are required after each payment and should break down:
Name, address, and CVR number, or SE number of the company that pays the salary
Employee's name, address, and CPR number
Pay period
Salary amount
Amount for A-tax and AM contribution that the employer has withheld based on the employee's tax card
Labor Laws in Denmark
Familiarize yourself with these important labor laws in Denmark.
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