Working across Øresund

With the bridge across the Øresund commuting between Denmark and Sweden is easy. Read about living in one country and working in another.

The Øresund region – enveloping Denmark and Sweden – is the new regional centre of Northern Europe. With Copenhagen as the pivotal point, this is where Central and Northern Europe meet.

With the bridge across the Øresund it has become very easy to commute between Denmark and Sweden. One of the objectives for the region is also to integrate the two countries’ labour markets and make the work force more mobile.

The integration between Denmark and Sweden will make it possible for companies and persons to benefit from opportunities in the whole region.

Agreements between the Danish and Swedish government have broken down many barriers and enabled the free movement of labour between the two countries. For instance, neither residence nor work permit are required for Danes and Swedes in order to work across the border.

This guide outlines some of the aspects of living in one country and working in another:

1. The Øresund region – two countries, one location
2. Differences in working conditions
3. Working in Copenhagen and living in Sweden
4. Crossing the Øresund
5. Links to the Øresund region

1. The Øresund region – two countries, one location

The Øresund region – enveloping Denmark and Sweden – is the new regional centre of Northern Europe. With Copenhagen as the pivotal point, this is where Central and Northern Europe meet. The Øresund region has developed into a regional centre due to a variety of reasons.

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2. Differences in working conditions

When comparing working conditions in Denmark and Sweden, it is often quite confusing to get an overview of different rules and procedures. In a table, we provide an overview of the major differences with regard to working conditions for EU-citizens working in Denmark and Sweden.

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3. Working in Copenhagen and living in Sweden

The proximity of Denmark and Sweden has resulted in a number of people crossing the Øresund to work in the neighbouring country. Persons and companies, however, must be aware of the differences of the two systems. The differences are aligned through special rules that apply when working across the border.

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4. Crossing the Øresund

Different means of crossing the Øresund are available; car, train and ferry. Between Copenhagen and Malmö the bridge accommodates cars and trains.

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5. Links to the Øresund region

A collection of links related to the Øresund region regarding business guides, networks, services and turist information.

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Last updated on: 19-10-2006	<< Back   Top