RUT Registration Bill approved

The authorities will now strengthen the legal protection against the use of illegal work and prevent posted workers from working for lower wages and under unacceptable conditions and, if required, without the necessary residence and work permits.

The immigration authorities (SIRI) will now be able to do on-site inspections and request employees performing work to present identification.

• Increased control and sanctions: Stricter control measures and higher fines will be introduced for companies that do not comply with the rules on posting and residence permits. The Danish Working Environment Authority and other relevant authorities will receive more resources to conduct inspections.

• Improved protection for workers: The bill includes provisions to ensure that posted workers have the same rights and protections as Danish workers, including access to trade unions and the right to file complaints.

• Cooperation between authorities: Closer cooperation will be established between various authorities, including the Danish Working Environment Authority, the Tax Agency, Danish Police and the Danish Immigration Service, to ensure more effective enforcement of the rules.

• Stricter documentation requirements: Foreign companies posting workers to Denmark will be required to upload documentation when reporting to the RUT e.g. work permit NB: Applies from 1 January 2026.

In practice, foreign companies will be obligated to ensure that the posted workers are able to show identification by providing relevant documents (passport or national ID card) when the Danish authorities make spot checks.

From 1 January 2026, foreign service providers will be required to upload a copy of the service agreement as well as employment contracts, and when third-country nationals are posted a copy of the residence and work permits when reporting to the RUT.

Failure to comply with the order may result in a fine of up to DKK 20,000 by the authorities.

The authorities will also be able to issue a daily fine until the registration is finalised.

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