Visa requirements

Denmark

General visa requirements for travelling to Denmark. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Journalist visa (Journalist/Media Short-Stay Visa (Type C))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: 15 calendar days
• Fee: EUR 90
• Validity: Duration of assignment, up to 6 months
• Entry: Multiple entry

Journalists and media representatives from Annex I countries requiring a Schengen visa must apply for a Type C short-stay visa for media/press assignments in Denmark lasting up to 90 days. The application follows the standard Schengen visa process with additional press-specific documentation. Journalists from visa-free countries can enter without a visa for short-term media assignments. For long-term media assignments, a residence and work permit may be required.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Required for journalists and media professionals from Annex I countries who need a Schengen visa.

• Purpose of visit

  For journalistic reporting, media coverage, press conferences, documentary filming, and other media-related activities.

  Includes

  • Journalism
  • media coverage
  • press events
  • documentary filming
• Employment

  Must be employed by or contracted to a media organisation. Freelance journalists must provide a contract with a media organisation.

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm, color, white or light background

• Employment letter

  Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

  Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No

• Travel insurance

  Coverage area: All Schengen countries; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000

• Accommodation proof

  Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

  Accepted types: Hotel booking, media organisation arranged accommodation; Must cover full stay: Yes

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Schengen Visa Application Form; Form url: https://applyvisa.um.dk

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: Cash or card at application center; Amount: EUR 90

• Press credentials

  Provide a press card, assignment letter or accreditation from the media organisation you represent.

How to apply

1. Online application

   Complete the Schengen visa application form online.

2. Document gathering

   Gather passport, photos, press credentials, letter from media organisation, travel insurance, accommodation proof, and flight reservation.

3. Appointment booking

   Schedule an appointment at the Danish embassy/consulate or VFS Global center.

4. Fee payment

   Pay the visa fee.

5. Biometrics

   Provide biometric data (fingerprints and photograph).

6. Document submission

   Submit all documents and passport.

7. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing.

8. Visa collection

   Collect passport with visa.

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.