Denmark
General visa requirements for travelling to Denmark. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Tourist visa (EU/EEA/Swiss Freedom of Movement)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Entry
- Multiple entry
EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals enjoy freedom of movement and only require a valid passport or national identity card for entry. No visa or residence permit is required for any length of stay. After entering Denmark, EU citizens must register with CPR (Civil Registration) if staying longer than three months.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of EU, EEA, and Swiss countries have the right to freedom of movement and may enter, reside, and work in Denmark without restrictions.
Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
How to apply
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Document gathering
Ensure you have a valid passport or national identity card from an EU/EEA country or Switzerland.
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Document submission
Present your passport or ID card at the Danish border for entry.
Tourist visa (Schengen Visa-Free Short Stay (Annex II Countries))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Validity
- 90 days in 180-day period
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Citizens of Annex II countries can travel to Denmark and the Schengen Area without a visa for short stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This includes both countries listed in Annex II of EU Regulation 2018/1806 and countries with biometric passport visa exemptions (Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine). The 90-day period covers the entire Schengen zone plus Greenland and the Faroe Islands. ETIAS registration will be required from Q4 2026 onwards.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of Annex II countries as defined by EU Regulation 2018/1806 and biometric passport holders from visa-liberalized Western Balkan and Eastern European countries are exempt from visa requirements for short stays.
Eligible countries: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Georgia, Grenada, Guatemala, Holy See, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Korea (Republic of), Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia (Federated States of), Moldova (Republic of), Monaco, Montenegro, New Zealand, Nicaragua, North Macedonia, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Taiwan, Province of China, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)
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Purpose of visit
Eligible for tourism, business meetings, family visits, short-term study, or other short-stay purposes.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Cash, credit cards, bank statements; Minimum amount: DKK 350 per day (DKK 500 per day if staying at a hotel)
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: All Schengen countries; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking, invitation letter, rental agreement; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare passport valid for at least 3 months beyond departure, travel insurance, proof of accommodation, and return flight reservation.
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Document submission
Present documents at Danish border control upon arrival.
Tourist visa (Schengen Tourist Visa (Type C))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days, up to 45 days if further enquiries needed
- Fee
- EUR 90
- Validity
- 6 months typically
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Nationals from Annex I countries require a Schengen visa for short stays in Denmark. Applications are submitted through Danish embassies, consulates, or authorized visa application centers (VFS Global). The visa fee is EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children aged 6-11, and free for children under 6. Denmark participates in the Red Carpet programme for frequent business visitors with simplified procedures.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Required for nationals of Annex I countries who need a visa for short stays in the Schengen Area.
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Purpose of visit
For tourism, sightseeing, visiting friends/family, or other leisure purposes.
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to cover accommodation, food, and return travel. General guideline is DKK 350 per day, or DKK 500 per day if staying at a hotel.
Minimum funds: DKK 350-500 per day depending on accommodation
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm, color, white or light background, head between 30-36mm from chin to top, must bear close resemblance to current appearance
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: DKK 350 per day of stay; Months required: 3
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, cash, credit cards, sponsorship letter; Minimum amount: DKK 350 per day (DKK 500 per day if hotel stay)
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: All Schengen countries; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking, rental agreement, invitation letter from host in Denmark; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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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
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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
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Travel itinerary
Provide an itinerary showing travel dates, destinations and planned accommodation.
Must include addresses: Yes; Must include dates: Yes
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash or card at application center; Amount: EUR 90 (adults), EUR 45 (children 6-11), free (children under 6)
How to apply
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Online application
Complete the Schengen visa application form online at the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal.
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Document gathering
Gather all required documents: passport, photos, insurance, bank statements, accommodation proof, flight reservation, cover letter, and proof of ties to home country.
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Appointment booking
Schedule an appointment at the Danish embassy, consulate, or authorized VFS Global visa application center. Apply between 6 months and 15 days before planned travel.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa fee at the time of application submission.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data (fingerprints and photograph) at the application appointment. Biometrics captured within the last 59 months for a previous Schengen visa may be reused.
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Document submission
Submit all documents and passport at the appointment.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing decision. Standard processing is 15 calendar days; may take up to 45 days if further enquiries are needed.
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Visa collection
Collect your passport with visa from the application center or receive via courier if selected.