Denmark
Perfect for people seeking the ideal balance between career, family, design and social cohesion.
Rank in HDI
GDP (nominal) in Billion
What makes Denmark stand out?
Denmark has been a world leader in happiness for years and that is no marketing campaign. It is the result of a society that decided efficiency and humanity are not contradictions. Hygge is not a word you use on Instagram. It is a way of life that expresses itself in the architecture, the city design, the working world and everyday life. And it works.
Hygge & Quality of Life
Denmark has institutionalised cosiness. The average working week is 37 hours and overtime is socially frowned upon. Copenhagen has been named the world's most bicycle-friendly city multiple times – 62% of residents cycle to work every day.
Design & Architecture
Arne Jacobsen, Bjarke Ingels, Bang & Olufsen – Denmark has developed a design philosophy that treats function and beauty as inseparable. This is reflected in city planning, living spaces and the way public spaces are designed throughout the country.
Economy & Flexicurity
The Danish Flexicurity model is unique in the world: high flexibility for employers combined with generous unemployment benefits (up to 90% of the last salary, for up to 2 years) and active job placement. The result: one of the lowest unemployment rates and highest employment rates in Europe.
Sustainability & the Future
Copenhagen has set itself the goal of becoming the world's first carbon-neutral capital by 2025. Over 50% of Danish electricity comes from wind power. Sustainability here is not a political topic – it is a societal consensus.
Country Overview
Denmark is one of the most attractive yet most underestimated locations in Europe for skilled professionals, families and people with high quality standards.
Strenghts
Globally leading in the World Happiness Report
Unique Flexicurity employment model
World-class design and quality of living spaces
Very low corruption, high legal certainty
One of the best healthcare systems in Europe
Cycling culture and sustainable urban planning
Most family-friendly employment policies in Europe
Pioneer in sustainability and green energy
Challenges
Very high income tax
Housing market in Copenhagen
Reserved society at first contact
Language barrier but English is fully sufficient in professional life for years
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