SU (Uddannelses- og Forskningsstyrelsen) letter explained in English
Student grants office. Pays student grants and loans (SU) and collects repayment if you got too much.
Letters you may get
- Krav om tilbagebetaling — you earned too much (over your fribeløb) and must pay SU back
- Brev om SU-lån — your loan and repayment
What to do
- If you earned too much, you can often pay back part of the SU before the deadline to avoid a bigger claim.
- Find the deadline. Look for “senest”, “inden”, “frist”.
- Write the reference number from the letter on everything you send back, and keep copies.
- If you disagree with a decision, object in writing before the deadline (“klage”, “indsigelse”, “anke”). See the template.
Questions
What is the SU (Uddannelses- og Forskningsstyrelsen)?
Student grants office. Pays student grants and loans (SU) and collects repayment if you got too much.
How long do I have to answer a letter from the SU (Uddannelses- og Forskningsstyrelsen)?
It depends on the letter. Look for words like “senest”, “inden”, “frist” — they mark the deadline. In Denmark, a letter in Digital Post usually counts as received when it arrives in your mailbox. Paper letters take a few days. Briefly adds about 2 days — check the date in Digital Post or on the envelope. To object, the letter usually names the way to do it (“klage”, “indsigelse”, “anke”).
Can I read a SU (Uddannelses- og Forskningsstyrelsen) letter in English?
Yes. Take a photo of the letter with Briefly. It explains the letter in plain English, finds the deadline and the amount, and gives you ready-made replies in Danish. Your letter never leaves your device.
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