Denmark has announced a major legal reform to make it easier to deport foreign nationals convicted of serious crimes.

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Denmark has announced a major legal reform to make it easier to deport foreign nationals convicted of serious crimes.

Any non-Danish citizen who is sentenced to at least 1 year in prison for serious offences, such as aggravated assault, rape or similar violent crimes, would be automatically eligible for deportation back to their country of origin.

This would apply regardless of how long the person has lived in Denmark or other ties they have in the country.

The reform is meant to take effect from 1 May 2026, assuming the legislation passes the Danish parliament.

The Danish government has acknowledge that the policy could clash with international human-rights rules but said it is necessary for public safety.

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