Medical visa · Sri Lanka to Denmark

Schengen Medical Treatment 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: Duration of treatment up to 90 days
• Entry: Single entry

For nationals who require a Schengen visa and wish to receive medical treatment in Denmark. Treatment must be completed within 90 days. If treatment will take longer, a national long-stay visa must be applied for instead. The applicant must provide medical documentation from both home country and Danish medical institution.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Required for nationals of Annex I countries seeking medical treatment in Denmark.

• Purpose of visit

  Must be traveling specifically for medical treatment or therapy at a Danish medical institution.

  Includes

  • Medical treatment
  • therapy
  • medical consultations
• Health

  Must provide medical documentation from home country confirming the need for treatment abroad, and a confirmation from a Danish medical institution.

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm, color, white or light background, head between 30-36mm

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Bank statements, proof of pre-payment for treatment, sponsor letter; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for treatment costs and living expenses

• 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: Hospital accommodation, hotel booking, host invitation; Must cover full stay: Yes

• Flight reservation

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

  Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

• Medical certificate

  Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.

  Required tests: Medical report from home country doctor confirming need for treatment in Denmark, plus medical attestation from Danish hospital/doctor confirming appointment date, medical situation, and ability to perform the treatment; Validity months: 6

• 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 (adults), EUR 45 (children 6-11), free (children under 6)

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Obtain medical report from home country doctor and medical attestation from Danish hospital confirming treatment dates and capability.

2. Online application

   Complete the Schengen visa application form online.

3. Appointment booking

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

4. Fee payment

   Pay the visa fee at the time of application.

5. Biometrics

   Provide biometric data (fingerprints and photograph).

6. Document submission

   Submit all documents including medical certificates, financial proof, and passport.

7. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing decision.

8. Visa collection

   Collect your passport with visa.

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.