Sickness absenteeism in Denmark – an in-depth walkthrough

Date: 17.06.2026

Time: 10:00-12:00 (incl. breaks)

Presenter: Lisbeth Lindorff Riis, Head of HR Legal

Sickness absence is a natural part of working life, and in many cases employees return quickly. However, when absence becomes frequent, prolonged, or linked to more complex circumstances such as stress, employers need to navigate both legal obligations and practical considerations carefully.

In this webinar, we provide a practical overview of the Danish rules on sickness absence and how to handle absence cases correctly and professionally. You will gain insight into the legal framework, the responsibilities of both employer and employee, and the tools that can support a good and compliant process for everyone involved.

The webinar combines legal guidance with practical examples and real-life considerations, helping you manage both short-term and long-term sickness absence with greater confidence.

In this course, you will learn about:

• the Danish legal framework on sickness absence, including employer and employee rights and obligations
• how to manage sickness absence in practice in a structured and compliant way
• how to handle difficult cases, including frequent short-term absence, long-term illness, and stress-related absence
• the purpose and value of sickness absence interviews
• when it may be relevant to request a fit for work certificate
• when a retention plan should be considered
• how and when to notify reimbursement for sickness absence
• when sickness absence may lead to termination, and how to approach this correctly
• the 120-day rule under the Danish Salaried Employees Act, section 5(2)

Certificate of attendance: After the webinar, you will receive a certificate of attendance, which serves as documentation that you have received training in managing sickness absence in Denmark.

Who should attend? This webinar is aimed at HR professionals, payroll specialists, and managers who want a deeper understanding of sickness absenteeism in Denmark and how to handle it correctly.

The webinar will be conducted in English.

Important – Payment and personal join link

Participation fee: DKK 495 excluding VAT per person

Shortly after registering, you will receive an invoice by email. Once we have registered your payment, you will receive a new email with your personal link to the webinar.

If you are unable to participate, please contact us at dialog-dk@azets.com.