🌾 Agricultural Intern Salary Overview in Denmark (2025–2026)
(Valid from 1 March 2025 to 28 February 2026)
| Internship Duration & Category | Gross Monthly Salary (DKK) | With 12.5% Holiday Pay (DKK) |
|---|---|---|
| 0–6 months | 12,803.95 | 14,204.44 |
| 7–18 months | 14,851.37 | 16,670.29 |
| 7–18 months, interns aged 25+ | 17,195.39 | 19,089.31 |
📌 Notes
- These salaries are gross (before tax).
- The additional 12.5% is mandatory holiday pay.
- Conditions are governed by the Danish Collective Agreement, which ensures fair treatment and standardized benefits.
🤝 Key Organizations in the Danish Collective Agreement
| Organization | Role |
|---|---|
| 3F Trade Union | Represents workers, especially in sectors like agriculture, transport, and construction. One of the largest unions in Denmark. |
| GLS-A | Stands for “Arbejdsgiverforeningen for Landbrug, Skovbrug og Gartneri”—an employers’ organization representing owners of agricultural businesses. |
| Rural Youth Denmark | Advocates for young people in farming/agriculture. Often supports the interests of students, interns, and early-career farmworkers. |
Together, these groups negotiate employment standards in sectors like agriculture, ensuring fair treatment, structured apprenticeships, and livable wages even in the absence of statutory law.
🇩🇰 Income Tax in Denmark
✅ Registration Is Mandatory
If you’re joining the agri LIDA internship program, we’ll take care of registering you with SKAT, which is a huge help. That means:
- ✅ You won’t need to worry about applying for your tax card or personal tax number on your own.
💡 How Tax Is Calculated
- Tax is individualized: your rate depends on your income, deductions, and allowances
- Your employer withholds tax based on the information in your tax card
- If you don’t register, your employer may deduct up to 55% in withholding tax — so it’s crucial to register early!
📞 You can also call the Danish Tax Agency at +45 72 22 27 80 for help in English
📉 Basic Tax Deduction (Personfradrag) in 2025
- For the 2025 income year, the basic personal allowance is DKK 51,600.
- This amount is automatically applied to your income before taxes are calculated.
- It reduces your taxable income, which in turn lowers the state and municipal taxes you owe.
💡 Why It Matters
Even if your gross salary seems modest, this deduction ensures that a portion of your income is tax-free — which is especially helpful for interns and entry-level workers.
🎓 Guest Student Deduction (Gæstestuderendefradrag) – 2025 Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Deduction Amount | DKK 51,600 (same as the personal allowance) |
| Applies To | Salary income earned in Denmark |
| Does Not Apply To | State education grants or other benefits |
| Eligible Countries | Brazil, Faroe Islands, Greenland, India, Iceland, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kenya, Korea, Malaysia, Morocco, Montenegro, Pakistan, Philippines, Portugal, Romania, Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, Venezuela, Vietnam, and Zambia. |
| Purpose | To reduce taxable income for foreign students and apprentices |
| Tax Effect | Deducted before calculating income tax, lowering your tax bill |
📌 Important Notes
- This deduction is in addition to the basic personal allowance — so eligible students can effectively double their tax-free income threshold to DKK 103,200 in 2025.
- It only applies if the income is earned while studying and within Denmark.
- You must be a temporary resident in Denmark for study purposes and meet the criteria outlined in Denmark’s tax treaties.
⏰ Overtime Rules for Agricultural Interns in Denmark
- Standard Workweek: 37 hours
- Overtime: Not allowed on a regular or systematic basis
- Exceptions: Only permitted during exceptional peak periods, such as harvest season
These rules are part of Denmark’s strict compliance with the Collective Agreement and the conditions of residence permits for interns. The goal is to protect interns from exploitation and ensure a healthy work-life balance.
📬 How to Access Your Payslip in e-Boks
In Denmark, your payslip is delivered digitally via e-Boks, the official secure digital mailbox used by both public authorities and private employers.
- Log in toe-Boks using your MitID (your Danish digital ID).
- Navigate to the “Post” section to view documents from your employer.
- Look for messages from your employer or payroll provider — payslips are typically sent at the end of each month.
- You can download, print, or store your payslip locally for your records.
🧾 Your Danish Tax Affairs
Since agri LIDA doesn’t offer tax or legal advice, the most reliable place to get accurate, up-to-date information is the Danish Tax Agency (Skattestyrelsen). Their English-language site provides clear guidance on:
- How to register for a tax card and personal tax number
- Understanding your tax obligations as a foreign intern
- How to report income and apply for deductions like the personfradrag or guest student deduction
- What to do if you’re hired out internationally or working under limited tax liability rules
They also explain how to access your tax assessment notice, which is essential for confirming how much tax you’ve paid and whether you’re due a refund.
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