Denmark Visa Guide

The Scandinavian nation of Denmark is home to a breathtaking landscape where visitors can take in the surrounding splendour. You can obtain a Denmark visa from India and travel to visit Copenhagen, which is endowed with an exquisite combination of artistic architecture, magnificent landscapes, opulent castles, and gothic complexes.

You need to apply for a Denmark Schengen visa since this country is a member of the European Union and part of the Schengen area. An individual can apply for the Denmark visa application from Indian cities like New Delhi, Pune, Ahmedabad, Calcutta, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, and Mumbai. For the Denmark visa, you need to apply on their government website or visit VFS Global in your home city.

You will need the following to apply for a Denmark visa online:

• You will need to book an appointment for a Schengen visa to proceed with your application
• From the website, you can download the application form and fill it out correctly
• After filling out the form, submit all the required documents
• You will be called for an interview once your documents are accepted
• It may take up to 15 days or more for a response to your visa application

We have a comprehensive Schengen visa guide here that provides detailed information about the visas, how to apply, types of visa and more.

You can check out the official government website to track your Denmark visa application or also take help from the VFS Global. For this you need to fill out your visa reference number and date of birth.

Scroll below to know about a Denmark visa.

1. Tourist visa
2. Business visa
3. Airport Transit visa
4. Study visa

Those travelling to Denmark for tourism need to get a Denmark Schengen tourist visa. This visa grants an individual the right to travel to this country as well as other Schengen regions.

Documents for tourist visa

• Passport with minimum two blank pages
• Completed and signed visa application form
• Two passport-sized photos
• Travel medical insurance
• Proof of accommodation
• Round-trip flight reservation or a detailed itinerary
• Proof of funds

Tourist visa validity

A Denmark tourist visa is valid for no more than 90 days within a 180-day period (6 months). If you want to stay for a longer duration, you need to apply for a long-stay visa.

Processing time for tourist visas

The processing time for a Denmark visa takes up to 15 working days. However, the process may take longer if there are mistakes in the application.

In order to visit Denmark for work, you need to apply for a Denmark business visa application.

Documents for business visa

• Passport with minimum two blank pages
• Completed and signed visa application form
• Two passport-sized photos
• Travel medical insurance
• Proof of accommodation
• Round-trip flight reservation or a detailed itinerary
• Proof of funds
• Employment details like contract or a letter from the employer

Business visa validity

A business visa is valid for no more than 90 days within a 180-day period (6 months). If you want to stay for a longer duration, you need to apply for a long-stay visa.

Processing time for business visa

The visa processing time may take up to 15 working days. However, the process may take longer if there are mistakes in the application.

If you need to switch planes while still at the airport, you can apply for an airport transit visa. An airport transit visa allows the holder to enter the airport's international transit area but not into Danish territory.

Documents for transit visa

• Passport with minimum two blank pages
• Completed and signed visa application form
• Two passport-sized photos
• Travel medical insurance
• Onward flight to next country
• Proof of funds

Processing time for transit visa

The processing time for Denmark visas for Indians may take up to 15 working days. However, the process may take longer if there are mistakes in the application.

Duration of a transit visa

Transit visas must be obtained before departure from Denmark and are valid for stays of up to 72 hours in India within 15 days of the date of issue.

To study in Denmark, you need a student visa/study visa. You do not require a student visa if you belong from the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) and live in one of the Schengen countries.

Documents for study visa

• Passport with minimum two blank pages
• Completed and signed visa application form
• Two passport-sized photos
• Travel medical insurance
• Proof of accommodation
• Round-trip flight reservation or a detailed itinerary
• Proof of funds
• High school diploma
• Invitation letter from the university
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Proof of payment of university fees
• Proof of sponsorship/scholarship, if any

Study visa validity

The visa’s validity will depend on the type and the duration of the course. You can extend the visa if required. The stay duration for a normal, multiple entry visa is 90 days.

Processing time for study visa

The processing time for Denmark visas for Indians is up to 15 working days. However, the process may take longer if there are mistakes in the application.