Danes Worldwide - On the way home (‘På vej hjem’)

Danes Worldwide was established to support Danish nationals living abroad and to help them stay connected to Denmark, including by assisting those who wish to return to the country. The initiative aims to make the transition back to Denmark easier by helping returnees to navigate the practical, legal and administrative aspects of the return process, through providing information, advice and support. It also offers opportunities to connect with others and helps returnees and their families settle back into life in Denmark.

Support offered

Danes Worldwide provides information, guidance, and advisory support to Danish citizens abroad, planning to emigrate or return to Denmark. Some limited general information and relevant links can be accessed freely online, whereas more extensive advisory services and individual case support are available only to members. The standard membership fee for one household for one year is 875 DK with lower rates available for multi-year, lifetime and youth membership. Membership services cover a broad range of topics including access to designated advisors located abroad, advising on opportunities to study in Denmark, access to certain rental housing communities, online Danish lessons, summer schools and access to an online knowledge base on family reunification and Danish citizenship. Members receive an annual 30-minute consultation on Danish law, specifically concerning citizenship and family reunification issues. This is complemented by access to specialised experts in taxation, relocation, psychiatry, security while living abroad and more, who provide a free initial consultation followed by further sessions at a negotiated fee. Further information is made available through the organisation’s website, practical guides, FAQs, webinars and newsletters, while personalised advice can be obtained by telephone and email consultations with specialist advisers. In addition to information and counselling, the organisation also engages in advocacy activities aimed at representing the interests of Danes abroad.

Target group

The primary target group is Danish citizens living abroad or planning to return to Denmark or those who have already returned. The secondary target group is family members accompanying or returning with Danish citizens.

Eligibility criteria

Access to more personalised services requires membership of Danes Worldwide. Membership is open to Danish citizens abroad, those planning to move abroad, and those returning to Denmark. A one-year membership costs 875 DKK (EUR 117) for adults or 255 DKK (EUR 34) for young people aged 18 to 26.