Work Permits Greenland extends duration of work, residence permits Move aims to better marry Aliens Act rules with Landsting Act requirements iStock.com/Mikael Svensson Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Thursday 04 September 2025 Greenland has extended the duration of its work and residence permits for foreign workers to two years, removing the need to seek annual extensions. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Work Permits Denmark relaxes entry rules for foreign talent Politics Denmark opens its doors to more foreign workers Work Permits Denmark hikes minimum pay requirements for expats Work Permits Denmark expands occupation lists for highly educated, skilled workers