If you are thinking about applying for a Denmark visa, you must be informed about the visa application process beforehand. To get an easy and quick application process read the conditions and make sure you meet all the requirements.
You must fill in and sign a visa application form, collect a set of documents, and submit them at the nearest Danish embassy/consulate or a visa application center in your country of residence. Your visa application must be submitted at least 15 days before you plan to travel.
Where Can I Apply for a Denmark Visa?
You can apply for a Denmark visa at one of the following:
- The nearest Danish embassy or consulate.
- The embassy/consulate of another Schengen state, to which the embassy of your destination country has outsourced visa submission.
- A visa application center.
There are 66 Denmark mission offices abroad. You must submit your application at the embassy or consulate responsible for your country or area of legal residence. Find them here.
How to Apply for a Denmark Visa?
Here is how to apply for a Denmark visa:
- Book an appointment.
- Fill in the application form.
- Pay the visa fee.
- Submit your documents and biometrics.
Step 1. Book an Appointment
You must contact the Danish embassy/consulate to set up an appointment. You should set up your appointment at least two weeks before you plan to travel since it takes about 15 days to hear a decision. If it is during the holiday season, you have to apply even more in advance.
If the embassy has outsourced visa applications to a visa application center, then you have to set an appointment with the visa agency. They will collect your documents and submit the application to the embassy on your behalf.
In certain cases, you can also book your appointment online at the visa application website of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Step 2. Fill in the Application Form
You must fill in a visa application form with your personal and background information before applying for a Denmark visa. The application form is usually available to download from the website of the Danish embassy/consulate or can be completed through the official Danish visa application website.
You must answer every question and fill in all the gaps.
Step 3. Pay the Visa Fee
The fee for the Denmark visa application is:
- €90 (standard fee)
- €45 (for children between the age of 6 and 11 years)
- €35 (for countries with visa-facilitation agreements: Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, the Russian Federation, Ukraine, Montenegro, Serbia, and Moldova)
Step 4. Submit Your Documents and Biometrics
On the day you apply for a Denmark visa, you have to submit the following documents:
- A valid passport and copy of previous visas. Your passport must not be older than ten years and should have validity for six months after your application date.
- The application form. A completed application form with all your information. Do not leave blank spaces.
- 2 passport-sized photos. Photos must not be older than six months, with white background in compliance with the Schengen photo requirements.
- A signed cover letter. Write your travel information, including the reason you want to visit the country, the date you enter and leave, the place where you will stay, etc.
- Travel health insurance. You will need an insurance policy to cover your medical costs in case of a medical emergency while visiting a Schengen country or if you need to cancel your trip.
- Flight itinerary. This includes flight reservations/confirmations, hotel reservation, confirmed flight itineraries, etc.
- If you are employed:
- Employment contract
- Bank statement of the last 6 months
- Leave permission from the employer
- Income Tax Return (ITR)
- If you are self-employed:
- A copy of your business license
- Bank statement of the last 6 months
- Income Tax Return (ITR)
- If you are a student:
- Proof of enrollment
- No-objection certificate from school or university
- If you are retired: Pension statement of the last 6 months
Note: The embassy in which you apply may require additional documentation. Please ensure you submit all the documents you are required.
Guidelines and list of documents required for a Denmark visa application
Can I Submit a Denmark Visa Application Online?
Yes, you can set an appointment, pay the visa fee, and complete the application form online. However, you still have to hand in your documents in person at the Danish embassy or consulate. You will have to personally contact the Danish embassy/consulate in your country to find their preferred method of application.
This is how you can submit an online application for a Danish visa:
- Register at the official Danish visa application site.
- Fill in the online application.
- Pay the fee.
- Print and sign cover letter.
- Attach supporting documents and biometrics.
Register at the Official Danish Visa Application Site
Register for an account at the visa application site if you don’t have one already. You will receive an email with an activation link, which you need to click to activate your new user profile.
Fill in the Online Application
After you log in to your new user account, click on ‘individual application’ if you are traveling alone or ‘group application’ if you are traveling in a group. You can apply 6 months before your trip. Your data will be saved and won’t be deleted when you log out.
Tips on how to fill in the online application form.
- Fill every required gap.
- If there is a column that does not relate to you, fill it with NA (No Answer).
- Make two prints of the form and sign both of them at the end.
Pay the Fee
After applying, you need to pay the visa fee via the web shop at the end of the application. The amount you have to pay will be in Danish kroner, with €90 for a standard fee.
You can pay the web shop fee with Visa Card, Dankort, Master Card, and JCB.
Print and Sign Cover Letter
The cover letter should be at the end of your application and must be signed in 2 places. The cover letter is also available from the ‘My applications’ menu.
Attach Supporting Documents and Biometrics
The embassy or consulate will not process your application if they don’t receive your signed cover letter, your biometrics (digital photo, fingerprints), passport, and the required documents.
What Do They Ask During a Denmark Visa Interview?
Here are some questions you might be asked during your Denmark visa application interview:
- What is the reason for your visit?
- Where are you going to stay?
- Do you have any family members or friends living in Denmark?
- Are you married? If yes, what does your spouse do? For how long have you been married?
- Do you have any children? If yes, how old are they, what do they do?
- How long are you going to stay in Denmark?
- Are you planning to visit other Schengen countries?
- Are you traveling with someone?
- What is your educational qualification?
- How did you hear about this University?
- How and why did you choose this University?
- How long have you been part of this company?
- How much do you earn?
Processing Time for a Denmark Visa
Your visa application processing time is calculated from the date you submit your application. Usually, the processing time takes up to 2 weeks, but some cases can take longer (more than one month). If the Immigration Service needs more information to rule in your case or if it is the summer or holiday season, the processing time can take longer.
When Can I Enter Denmark After Receiving My Visa?
You can enter Denmark immediately after receiving your visa. Here is what you need to know before entering Denmark:
- Your passport must be less than 10 years old on the day you enter the country.
- Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to depart.
What Can I Do If My Application Is Rejected?
Here is what you can do if your visa application is rejected:
- You can re-apply for a new visa
- You can apply for a national visa
- You can appeal your visa rejection
How can you appeal your rejection?
You can appeal your rejection by writing an appeal letter to the Schengen Visa Refusal panel. You should file your appeal letter to the same country embassy you applied for a visa to and send it to the address specified in the rejection letter. The processing time of the appeal takes no longer than 60 days.
What personal information should you include in your appeal letter?
In your letter you should include:
- First and Last Name
- Passport Number
- Address
- Date of birth
- Place of birth
- Your Email
- Phone Number
Apart from your personal information, you need to add the following:
- The date your application was rejected
- The reason why your application was rejected
- The reason you believe the rejection was a mistake
- Your signature
How Is The Process for a Denmark Schengen Visa and Long-Term Visa Different?
A Schengen visa allows you entry into Denmark or another Schengen country for a short-term stay, tourism, business, or family visits. On the other hand, a long-stay visa allows you to stay in Denmark for up to a year and can be extended for even longer. Based on your reason for applying, you can get a long-stay visa for work, education, or family reunification.
If you are granted a long-term visa, you need to apply for a residence and work permit since you will be staying for a long time, whereas for a Schengen visa, it is not mandatory to have a residence permit.