Last week, nine Georgians were arrested at Copenhagen Airport during a routine exit control, where it was revealed that they had overstayed their allowed time in Denmark. Following a detailed investigation, the Copenhagen Police (Københavns Politi) determined that these individuals had been working illegally in the entertainment industry in Denmark for a period of six months.

The employer who hired the Georgians now faces a potential fine of up to one million Danish kroner (approximately $150,000 USD). According to the Copenhagen Police, the employer has been charged with employing foreigners without legal residency and work rights in Denmark. However, the identity of the employer and the specific types of work the illegally employed individuals were engaged in have not yet been disclosed.

The police have stated that fines for employing undocumented foreigners can range from 10,000 to over 50,000 Danish kroner (about $1,500 to $7,500 USD) for each month per illegally employed person. In particularly serious cases, prison sentences may also be imposed on the employer.

For the nine Georgians, the charges could lead to both fines and deportation from Denmark. For residency and work without permission, the penalty may be deportation for two years. In more serious violations, individuals could face up to six years in prison along with deportation for the same duration.

This case highlights the severe consequences for both employers and foreign workers when the residency and employment regulations in Denmark are not adhered to. The Copenhagen Police have emphasized their commitment to uncovering and addressing such violations.