Schengen Tourist 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
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.