iVisa Mobile App Online global travel documents

Denmark flag Apply for the Denmark visa online now

Trustpilot logo 4.4/5 stars Customer profile pictures

Denmark Schengen Visa

Purpose: The Denmark Schengen Visa (Short-Stay Visa – Type C) is for travelers visiting Denmark and other Schengen Area countries for tourism, sightseeing, holidays, visiting family or friends, short business trips, attending cultural or sporting events, medical treatment, or other short-term purposes not exceeding 90 days within a 180-day period.

When to apply: It is recommended to apply at least 3–4 weeks before travel. Applications can be submitted no earlier than 6 months before the planned trip (9 months for seafarers) and no later than 15 calendar days before departure.

Duration and extensions The visa allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. Extensions are granted only in exceptional cases, such as force majeure, humanitarian reasons, or serious personal reasons, and must be approved by the Danish immigration authorities.

Entries: The visa may be issued as single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry, depending on the applicant’s travel needs and the decision of the Danish consular authorities.

Ports of entry: Denmark Schengen Visa holders may enter through any official border crossing point in Denmark or another Schengen member state, including international airports (such as Copenhagen Airport, Billund Airport, and Aalborg Airport), as well as land and sea borders within the Schengen Area.

Delivery format: The approved visa is issued as a visa sticker affixed to the applicant’s passport. Travelers must carry a passport containing the valid visa sticker when entering the Schengen Area.

ETIAS for Denmark (coming soon)*

ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) is not a visa. It is a pre-travel authorization that will be required for visa-exempt travelers entering Denmark and the Schengen Area.

Travelers from visa-free countries (e.g. US, UK, Canada, Australia) can visit for tourism, business, transit stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

*ETIAS is not yet in force. Once implemented, it will be mandatory for visa-exempt travelers to enter Denmark.

Two tourists looking at a phone
Many foreign nationals must obtain a visa before traveling to Denmark. A Denmark Schengen Visa (short-stay, Type C) allows holders to stay in Denmark and other Schengen Area countries for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Denmark allows citizens of many countries — including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, and others — to enter visa-free for tourism, business, or family visits for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Denmark does not offer a Visa on Arrival. Citizens of the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland do not require a visa to enter, reside, or work in Denmark.

General Denmark visa requirements are:

  • Passport valid for at least three months beyond the intended departure date from the Schengen Area and issued within the last 10 years
  • Completed and signed visa application form
  • Recent passport-size photo meeting Schengen requirements
  • Travel details (such as flight reservation and accommodation address)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the duration of stay
  • Travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000 within the Schengen Area
  • Proof of purpose of travel

Denmark Schengen Visa

Prices starting from $399.99

Valid for 3 months after issued
Single entry
Stay up to 90 days per entry
Get it as fast as 15 minutes

Fast facts

iVisa approval rate?

99%

Main reason for denials?

Missing documents

Average time it takes to apply?

10 mins

Why choose iVisa?

Applying for a visa on your own can be confusing and time-consuming. iVisa simplifies the process, reduces errors, and gives you peace of mind.

FAQs

The Schengen Visa is usually valid for stays of up to 90 days. If you're unsure, feel free to contact our team through WhatsApp or iVisa chat during support hours.

Denmark offers several visa types depending on the length and purpose of stay. These include the Schengen Visa (Type C) for short stays, national visas for longer stays, residence permits for long-term living, airport transit visas, and the upcoming ETIAS travel authorization for visa-exempt travelers.

ETIAS is an upcoming electronic travel authorization that will be required for travelers from visa-free countries entering Denmark and the Schengen Area. It is not a visa and will allow short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period once implemented.

Working in Denmark generally requires a national visa or a residence permit. A Schengen Visa or ETIAS does not allow employment.

Yes. A valid Schengen Visa issued by Denmark allows travel to all Schengen countries, as long as the stay does not exceed the 90/180-day limit.

Our team works with a legal partner specializing in Schengen Visa. They will review your application to ensure its accuracy and completeness. Once the authorities approve it, you’ll receive an email with the next steps.

The “90/180-rule” means you can stay in the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days total within any continuous 180-day window. The 180-day period is not fixed, it is counted backward from each day you are in the Schengen Area.

Example:

  • You enter the Schengen Area on January 1st
  • You stay for 30 days and leave on January 30th
  • In the last 180 days, you’ve used 30 days
  • You still have 60 days left to use

If you later return:

  • You stay 40 more days
  • Now you’ve used 70 days total
  • You only have 20 days left until older days “drop off" the 180-day window
  • Leaving the Schengen Area “resets” nothing - only time does

A Denmark Schengen Visa (Type C) is a visa required for travelers from visa-required countries. It must be obtained through a Danish embassy or consulate before travel.

ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) is not a visa, but an online travel authorization for travelers from visa-exempt countries. Once implemented, it will be applied for online before departure and will allow short stays in Denmark and the Schengen Area.

A happy couple using iVisa to apply for their trip

Other News Articles

Download the iVisa app!

All your visas, travel documents, and updates in one place.

mobile app mock
Application received
now
Real-time notifications on your visa status
New feature!
Document wallet
Built in document wallet for easy access anytime

Download the iVisa app!

Denmark visas made simple

Error-free & on time

Qr Code
mobile app mock
Application received
now
Real-time notifications on your visa status
New feature!
Document wallet
Built in document wallet for easy access anytime