Tips For When You Move to Denmark to Study
Do you want to know what to expect when you move to Denmark to attend college? Moving to a new nation for the first time is an exhilarating adventure that can seem like a daunting challenge.
But rest assured, this article will provide you with the information you need to make an easy adjustment to life as a student in Denmark.
Step 1: Get a CPR number and NemID
Applying for a CPR number and NemID is the initial step to becoming a Danish international student. A CPR number allows access to healthcare, banking and libraries. NemIDs are used as electronic signatures for financial transactions, tax filings and legal document access.
Bring your passport or national ID card to the Citizen Service Centre (Borgerservice) in your municipality to apply for a CPR number and NemID. A CPR number will be issued to you; it will be 10 digits long and include your birthday and gender.
Once you have your CPR number, you can set up your NemID by visiting the NemID website or using the information from your Danish bank account.
Step 2: Create a Danish bank account
Compare prices before selecting a bank. Danske Bank, Nordea and Jyske Bank are among several choices. Second, book a meeting using the bank’s website or app.
Bring your passport or another form of government-issued identification and a bill or lease agreement as proof of residency with you to your bank appointment. When you apply, the staff will help you get set up with online banking.
Step 3: Find an apartment
In large urban areas like Copenhagen and Aarhus, it might be difficult to find affordable housing. However, there are ways to simplify the search.
Determine first what sort of lodging you require. Would you prefer to rent an apartment yourself? How do you feel about possibly sharing a home with other people? You can narrow your search with the aid of these questions.
After that, look for available flats on websites like BoligPortal and Lejebolig. Remember to also search for apartments for renting in Denmark on Facebook.
Step 4: Buy a Danish phone number
Prepaid and postpaid plans are two options to think about when choosing a service provider. For students on a tighter budget, a limited data package may be preferable to a plan with unlimited data.
When buying a Danish phone number, coverage is important. Ensure your service provider has coverage where you spend most of your time, like your future university campus and the surrounding towns.
It’s important to remember that you may buy a SIM card at any supermarket or convenience store and that you’ll need some form of identity (a passport or CPR number) to do so.
Step 5: Find an internet provider
In Denmark, you can select an internet service provider from among various available possibilities. Packages from each of these providers range in price and speed. You can explore this guide for internet in Denmark to streamline your search and find the best deal.
Check the provider’s coverage area before committing to them. It’s possible that some areas of Denmark are underserved by some providers or that their speeds are lower there than elsewhere.
Most service providers will allow you to sign a contract for anywhere from one month to two years, so you may pick the terms that work best for you.
Step 6: Find Facebook groups for foreign students
Joining international student Facebook groups is the best way to meet other students and experience the local culture.
Search Facebook for "foreign student" or "international student" to locate related groups. After narrowing your choices, read the group’s description and explore the current members to see if it’s a suitable fit.
Start participating in the debates around you! Make new friends, ask ex-pat life questions and share your experiences.
Keep these tips in mind when you move to Denmark to study and you are sure to have an incredible experience studying abroad in one of the happiest nations in the world.
