Schengen Business Visa (Type C)
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
Required for business meetings, conferences, trade fairs, contract signing, and other business-related activities in Denmark. Denmark offers a Red Carpet programme with simplified procedures for frequent business visitors (3-day processing, fewer supporting documents). This is a Schengen visa valid across the Schengen area.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Required for nationals of Annex I countries who need a visa for short business stays in the Schengen Area.
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Purpose of visit
For business meetings, conferences, trade fairs, contract signing, and other professional activities.
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Employment
Must be employed or self-employed, with proof of business activities requiring travel to Denmark.
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
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: Sufficient funds for stay; Months required: 3
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, company sponsorship letter, credit cards; Minimum amount: DKK 350-500 per day depending on accommodation
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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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 stating accommodation arrangements; 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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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Online Invitation ID or signed invitation letter from Danish host company stating applicant name, host company details, purpose and duration of visit
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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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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, invitation letter from Danish business host, employment letter, flight booking, and hotel reservation.
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Appointment booking
Schedule an appointment at the Danish embassy, consulate, or VFS Global visa application center.
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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.
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Document submission
Submit all documents and passport at the appointment.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing. Standard processing is 15 calendar days; Red Carpet programme applicants may receive expedited 3-day processing.
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Visa collection
Collect your passport with visa from the application center or receive via courier.