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How to Apply: Schengen Visa
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Make use of our feedback and free templates to confidently submit accurate information, and experience a surprisingly stress-free process!
Once government-approved, your visa will be ready for collection, marking the start of your travels.
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Once You Have Registered With Your Embassy Or Consulate, You Will Need To Update Your Data If:
- your contact details change,
- your civil status changes,
- you are going back to your home country.
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Apply today for the Denmark Schengen Visa with us!
Last updated: November 2023
If you're planning to explore the charming cities, picturesque landscapes, and rich culture of Denmark, the Denmark Schengen Visa is your key to unlocking the wonders of this Scandinavian gem.
Whether you're a tourist, a business traveler, or reuniting with loved ones, the Denmark Schengen Visa simplifies your journey, allowing you to explore not only Denmark but also all other Schengen countries.
Keep reading for more info on how to apply for the Denmark Schengen Visa online or with our handy iVisa app!
What is the Denmark Schengen Visa?
The Denmark Schengen Visa is your ticket to hassle-free European travel. It lets you explore 27 Schengen countries without needing separate visas:
Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Iceland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.
Note that Denmark must be the first country you enter in the Schengen Zone with this visa.
What can I do with the Denmark Schengen Visa?
With this visa, you’re allowed to:
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Visit Denmark and other Schengen countries for tourism and to visit family and friends.
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Attend business meetings, conferences, or other business activities.
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Participate in a short recreational course or play sports.
What can I not do with the Denmark Schengen Visa?
Keep in mind that you cannot:
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Carry out remunerated business (paid work).
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Study for longer than 90 days.
If you plan to stay in Denmark long-term or need a work or residence permit, check the Denmark government website for more details.
Who can apply for the Denmark Schengen Visa?
Most travelers from outside Europe and the Schengen Zone must apply for a Danish Schengen Visa and attend an interview before departure.
Use our visa checker tool to find out if you can apply for the Danish Schengen Visa with us!
Do children need this visa to visit Denmark?
Yes, children and minors also need to apply for a Schengen Visa to visit Denmark and the rest of the Schengen area, if they are from an eligible country.
Who is visa-exempt for Denmark?
Travel within the Schengen Zone is visa-free for residents of the European Union and nationals of Schengen countries. Additionally, nationals from the following countries are eligible to visit Denmark without a visa:
- United States
- United Kingdom
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Canada
How long is the Denmark Schengen Visa valid?
You can stay in the Schengen Zone for up to 90 days Per Entry within a 180-period, with this visa. And the best part is, you can hop around Schengen countries as much as you like, as long as your total stay doesn't go over 90 days.
Please note: While iVisa can help you apply for a Multiple Entry visa, the Danish authorities ultimately decide whether you get a single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry visa. The multiple-entry ones can cover you from 180 days to a whopping five years!
Can I extend my Denmark Schengen Visa?
Extending a Denmark Schengen Visa can be quite challenging. Schengen Visas are typically issued for short stays, usually up to 90 days within 180 days.
Extensions of Schengen Visas are granted only in exceptional circumstances, such as medical emergencies or force majeure situations. You must provide strong proof to justify your extension request.
Denmark Schengen Visa required documents
When you go through the Denmark Schengen Visa application process with iVisa today, you only need to provide a copy of your passport.
You'll receive a complete list by email of all the documents you must provide for the rest of the application process. These required documents typically include:
- Schengen Visa application form: We’ll fill this out on your behalf based on the info you have already filled out online. It should be checked, printed, and signed.
- Two photographs: Taken recently. If you don’t have one, use our affordable digital photo service from the comfort of your own home!
- Valid passport: With at least 6 months validity after arrival and two blank pages in your passport for visa stickers and entry stamps.
- Travel itinerary: Including a copy of your return ticket and any confirmed tours.
- Proof of accommodation: You'll need a hotel confirmation or a letter from relatives in Denmark to prove where you're staying.
- Financial statements: Bank statements or salary slips proving that you have the necessary funds to cover your entire journey to the Schengen Zone.
- Your collected fingerprints: In case you have not registered your fingerprints in the previous 59 months, you’ll need to provide your biometric data during your appointment.
- Medical/travel insurance: With a minimum coverage of €30,000 for emergency medical treatment and repatriation in the Schengen Zone.
When you’re applying on behalf of your child or a minor, their birth certificates and parental consent must be provided.
How to apply for the Denmark Schengen visa online with us
Just follow these three simple steps to start your application for the Denmark Schengen Visa:
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Step 1: Fill out your travel and personal information on our online platform or app. Always double-check all information to avoid errors.
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Step 2: Pay the processing and visa fees securely online with a debit or credit card, Venmo, or PayPal. After the payment, we’ll send you a complete document checklist, instructions to guide you through the next steps, and tips to ace your interview.
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Step 3: Bring the required documents to the mandatory visa interview and wait for your visa approval!
Denmark Schengen Visa application costs and processing time
iVisa currently offers one processing option for Danish Schengen Visas:
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Standard processing: Our review and processing takes up to 30 days and costs USD $264.68, excluding the government visa fees.
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The government fee of about USD $86.69 (half-price for children between the ages of 6 and 12 and free for kids under 6 years old). Some exemptions apply.
Do I need the Denmark Schengen Visa if I’m transiting through the country?
If you are transiting at the airport in Denmark, on your way to a non-Schengen country, you may need an Airport Transit Visa.
To find out if you qualify for this particular transit visa, contact your local Denmark embassy.
Benefits of getting your Denmark Schengen Visa with iVisa
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100% government-compliant: Our team of iVisa Experts will review your information and ensure it is 100% compliant with government requirements.
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Unlimited access to our iVisa Experts: Our experts are ready to guide you through the entire application process, from start to end.
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Simplified application form: Fill out a clear and short form.
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Fill out at your own pace: Complete the application at your own pace, make changes whenever you want, and save your progress.
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Step-by-step guide: Receive a complete guide with all the tips you need to answer difficult questions, a document checklist, and guidance on preparing for your interview.
Denmark entry requirements and restrictions
COVID-19 testing, vaccination, or quarantine is currently not required to enter the Schengen Zone, including Denmark.
Where can I learn more about the Denmark Schengen Visa?
We're here to answer all your questions about the Denmark Schengen Visa application process.
Our dedicated online team of customer service agents is available via online chat or email at [email protected].
Required Documents to Apply
- Passport scan.
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What documents do I need to bring to the Denmark Schengen Visa appointment?
- Printed and signed application form.
- Two application photos. Follow the Schengen standards. to make sure they are government-compliant.
- Visa government fee. You would have completed this payment after filling out your application form. For the appointment, just bring proof of payment to show the officer.
- Fingerprints. Consider your Schengen Visa applications in the past 11 years. (except for children under 12).
- Valid passport.
- Copies of previous Schengen Visas (if needed).
- Proof of your financial capability.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Proof of residency, if different from your country of origin.
- Proof of return to your country, such as return or round-trip tickets.
- If a minor, you will need parental consent.
- If visiting friends or family, an invitation letter with their ID or residence permit copy.
- If a student, bring a recent, signed, and dated, letter from the institution specifying your enrollment.
- If traveling for business, an invitation letter from your Danish host institution explaining your trip purpose.
- Detailed travel itinerary, including activities and transportation.
- For medical travel, a certificate from the institution confirming treatment availability and financial capability.
- Health insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 euros in the Schengen area.
Can I travel to all the Schengen countries with the Denmark Schengen Visa?
Can I get the Denmark Schengen Visa for free?
- Holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports traveling for official purposes.
- A family member of an EU/EEA national.
- Pupils, students, and accompanying teachers during a school trip.
- Researchers traveling to perform scientific research.
How long is the Denmark Schengen Visa valid for?
Are there any COVID-19 requirements to enter Denmark?
Who can I talk to if I have more questions?
Where can I read more?
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- iVisa is NOT affiliated with any government agency. This site does not provide legal advice and we are not a law firm. None of our customer service representatives are lawyers and they also do not provide legal advice. We are a private, internet-based travel and immigration consultancy provider dedicated to helping individuals travel around the world. You may apply by yourself directly on the various government websites. The source of information: https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB