# Denmark visa for Nepali citizens

> Apply for a Denmark visa from Nepal with Yatra — required documents, processing time, embassy fees, dummy ticket support, and concierge in Kathmandu.

Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/denmark
Last updated: 2026-04-26

## Embassy / mission

- **Mission:** Royal Danish Embassy — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
- **Address:** 11, Aurangzeb Road, New Delhi 110011, India
- **Phone:** +91 11 4209 0700
- **Email:** delamb@um.dk
- **Hours:** Mon–Thu 09:00–16:30, Fri 09:00–13:30 (consular by appointment). Visa decisions issued by SIRI (Type D) or by the Embassy Delhi (Type C); VFS Kathmandu handles intake only.
- **Application centre:** VFS Global Denmark Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu — Chhaya Devi Complex, 3rd Floor, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu (shared VFS Global building used for multiple Schengen missions). Mon–Fri 09:00–16:00 submission, 15:00–17:00 collection. Accepts BOTH Schengen Type C short-stay AND Type D residence-permit applications. Book appointment at vfsglobal.com/denmark/nepal.
- **Online portal:** https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/denmark/nepal/english (VFS Denmark Nepal — appointment + categories) · https://www.nyidanmark.dk (Danish Immigration / SIRI online portal — mandatory Type D pre-application) · https://applyvisa.um.dk (Schengen Type C online application) · https://indien.um.dk — Royal Danish Embassy New Delhi · https://www.siri.dk — Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (Type D adjudication) · https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/Words%20and%20concepts%20front%20page/Shared/Processing-times — SIRI processing-time tracker (live)
- **Payment:** Visa fee + VFS service charge in cash NPR or by card / QR at the VFS Kathmandu counter. All fees inclusive of 13 % VAT. For Type D, the SIRI fee is paid online during nyidanmark.dk application; the courier fee is paid at VFS Kathmandu at the time of biometric submission.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism

**Purpose:** Tourism, sightseeing, leisure travel within Denmark and the wider Schengen Area.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
**Validity:** Up to 5 years multi-entry depending on travel history; first-time applicants typically receive single- or double-entry sticker matched to the trip.
**Entries:** Single (1), Double (2), or Multiple (MULT).
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard at the Embassy Delhi; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested. Denmark is among the faster Schengen processors for Nepal applications.
**How to apply:** Apply online at applyvisa.um.dk -> fill Schengen application + upload documents -> pay fee online -> book biometric appointment at VFS Kathmandu (vfsglobal.com/denmark/nepal) -> submit biometrics + originals -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection at VFS.
**Financial requirement:** Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Danish consular officers reference DKK 350/day (~ EUR 47) as the typical per-diem benchmark for proof-of-funds calculations.

**Required documents:**

- Schengen visa application form (signed) — Filed online at applyvisa.um.dk; printed and signed by hand. Available in English or Danish.
- Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages) — Plus photocopies of front + last + every used page of the current passport AND last 2 old passports.
- Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old) — Color, glossy, neutral expression, head 70–80 % of frame, no glasses / hats / patterned background.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage) — Covers urgent medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay. Schengen-template policy from any pre-approved insurer accepted.
- Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage) — Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable.
- Confirmed accommodation in Denmark for the entire stay — Hotel booking, private rental contract, or invitation-letter accommodation.
- Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location) — If multi-Schengen trip, Denmark must be the main destination (longest stay) for the visa to be filed at this Embassy.
- Cover letter explaining purpose of trip — Addressed to the Royal Danish Embassy, New Delhi; outlines who, why, where, when, who funds the trip, and why you will return.
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended) — Original on bank letterhead, signed and stamped, in English.
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years, personal + company as applicable) — Notarised English translations.
- International credit card copy + last 3 months statement *(conditional)* — Strengthens financial profile when bank balance is borderline.
- Proof of social / professional status — Employed: employer letter on letterhead (position, tenure, leave grant, last 3 months salary slips). Self-employed: company registration + PAN. Student: institution leave letter + valid ID.
- Nepali citizenship certificate copy + birth certificate (notarised English translations)
- Foreign-exchange purchase receipt OR passport endorsement *(conditional)* — Demonstrates funds being carried for the trip.
- Minor-only documents (if applicant < 18): birth certificate + notarised parental consent if travelling without both parents *(conditional)*
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- A multi-entry Schengen Type C visa with 2+ entries OR a Schengen residence permit removes the need for a separate Danish visa under standard Schengen reciprocity.
- Multi-entry sticker validity is at the Embassy's discretion — repeat travellers with a clean Schengen record can receive 1, 3, or 5-year multi-entry stamps.
- Greenland and Faroe Islands need a SEPARATE visa (different Danish authority, not Schengen) — apply via the same VFS Kathmandu intake on a Greenland / Faroe form.

### Business — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business

**Purpose:** Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions — no employment in Denmark or the wider Schengen Area.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Up to 5 years multi-entry for repeat business profiles.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 days standard; 5–10 days for fast-tracked invitations from established Danish inviters.
**How to apply:** applyvisa.um.dk -> VFS Kathmandu submission with Danish inviter docs.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photos, insurance, return ticket, cover letter)
- Letter of invitation from Danish company on company letterhead — Includes inviter's CVR (Centralt Virksomhedsregister) number, business activity, purpose of meeting, dates, and confirmation of who covers expenses.
- Danish inviter business registration (CVR extract) — From the Danish Central Business Register (cvr.dk) — printable extract.
- Cover letter from Nepali employer (on letterhead, signed and stamped) — Confirms position, purpose of trip, dates approved as work-related travel, return-to-role commitment.
- Conference / event registration (if applicable) *(conditional)*
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (Business bundle most relevant for self-employed travellers)
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

**Notes:**
- Business visitors do NOT need a work permit — but the activity must be commercial-meeting-style with primary remuneration outside Denmark.
- For ongoing business engagement (>90 days), apply for a Type D long-stay visa under the Pay Limit Scheme, Positive List, or Start-up Denmark.

### Family Visit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Visit to Family or Friends

**Purpose:** Visiting family or friends resident in Denmark.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days in 180.
**Validity:** 1–5 years multi-entry.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 days standard.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Kathmandu intake with host-provided invitation.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photos, insurance, return ticket)
- Letter of invitation from Danish host (citizen / PR / residence-permit holder) — Includes host name, address, status, relationship to applicant, dates of stay, who covers expenses. Notarised at a Danish notary public OR signed before a Danish municipal officer.
- Host's status proof: Danish ID (NemID / MitID), passport, or residence permit copy
- Host's 3-month bank statement OR salary slips (proof of capacity to host)
- Cover letter from applicant explaining the relationship and visit purpose
- Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity to cover own incidental expenses
- Family-relationship proof: marriage certificate, birth certificate, or family-tree document (notarised English translations + MoFA-attested)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Spouses and minor children of EU / EEA / Danish citizens are GRATIS — the consular fee is waived under Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC. VFS service still applies.
- For family reunification (long-term residence), use Type D Family Reunion (filed online at nyidanmark.dk) instead — short-stay Type C is only for visits up to 90 days.

### Student — Long-Stay Residence Permit (Type D) — Studies

**Purpose:** Full-time study at a recognised Danish higher-education institution (university, university college, business academy, vocational programme).
**Stay duration:** Programme length; biometric residence card valid up to 5 years (renewable).
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via residence permit.
**Processing time:** SIRI processing target: 90 days for Type D Studies (often 30–60 days in practice for complete files).
**How to apply:** (1) Get accepted to a Danish institution + receive admission letter; (2) institution may submit Order Confirmation via SIRI portal OR student files Application ST1 directly at nyidanmark.dk; (3) pay fee online (DKK 1,890 + DKK 240 per applicant); (4) receive case order ID; (5) book biometric appointment at VFS Kathmandu; (6) submit biometrics + originals; (7) wait for SIRI decision; (8) collect residence card from VFS or have it shipped to Denmark address.
**Financial requirement:** Funds proof: minimum DKK 6,789 / month for living expenses (≈ EUR 910 / NPR 1.3 lakh / month) for the entire study period — proven via bank statement OR scholarship OR sponsor declaration. Tuition for the first semester paid OR confirmed waiver / scholarship.

**Required documents:**

- Application form ST1 (signed) OR institution-submitted Order Confirmation (case order ID) — Filed online at nyidanmark.dk; printed and signed.
- University / university college / business academy admission letter on official letterhead — Must be a Danish-accredited tertiary institution. Includes programme, start date, language of study, tuition for the first semester.
- Proof of paid tuition for the first semester OR scholarship confirmation OR EU/EEA family-membership exemption
- Funds proof: bank statement showing DKK 6,789 × programme months OR sponsor declaration with sponsor's 6-month bank statement
- Confirmed accommodation in Denmark (university dormitory contract OR private rental ≥ 6 months) *(conditional)* — Helpful for SIRI but not strictly mandatory — many students secure housing after arrival via the institution.
- Academic transcripts + Diplomas / Degrees (notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled) — SLC / SEE, +2, Bachelor's — every level completed.
- English proficiency certificate (per programme requirement) — IELTS Academic 6.5+ for most Bachelor's / Master's programmes; some demand 7.0.
- Birth certificate + citizenship certificate (notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA AND from any country lived 12+ months in last 10 years *(conditional)* — Often requested by SIRI for clarification; recommended to file proactively.
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining choice of programme and Denmark
- ANY ONE income bundle for sponsor — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — Funds the tuition / living allowance. Sponsor's income bundle establishes that source of education funding is legitimate.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Within 5 working days of arrival, students must register at the local Citizen Service Centre (Borgerservice) for a CPR number — this triggers automatic enrolment in Danish universal health insurance (Sygesikringen, the "yellow card").
- Part-time work allowance: 20 hours/week during term, full-time during summer holidays — automatic right with a Studies residence permit.
- Common refusal grounds: doubts about study intent, weak SOP, unexplained funds source, prior Schengen refusals.

### Work — Long-Stay Residence Permit (Type D) — Pay Limit / Positive List / Fast-Track

**Purpose:** Salaried employment at a Danish employer under one of the talent attraction schemes: Pay Limit (≥ DKK 514,000/year), Positive List for Highly Educated (Bachelor's+ in shortage occupation), Fast-Track (employer-certified streamlined route).
**Stay duration:** 4 years initially under most schemes; renewable for the duration of employment.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via residence permit.
**Processing time:** Pay Limit: ~30 days (priority service). Positive List: ~60 days. Fast-Track: 14 days for employers with active Fast-Track certification. Start-up Denmark: 60 days.
**How to apply:** (1) Danish employer extends written job offer meeting one of the scheme requirements; (2) employer (or applicant) files Application AR1 / AR2 / AR4 at nyidanmark.dk; (3) pay SIRI fee online (DKK 4,955 in 2026 for most work categories); (4) receive case order ID; (5) book biometric appointment at VFS Kathmandu; (6) submit biometrics + originals; (7) wait for SIRI decision; (8) collect residence card from VFS or have it shipped.

**Required documents:**

- Application form AR1 / AR2 / AR4 (signed) — scheme-specific — AR1 = Pay Limit; AR2 = Positive List; AR4 = Fast-Track. Filed online at nyidanmark.dk.
- Job offer / employment contract from Danish employer — Bilingual or English; includes position, salary (≥ scheme threshold), duration, address of workplace, and DK collective-agreement compliance statement.
- Educational certificates + experience letters supporting the role — Notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled. Some regulated occupations require Danish authorisation (autorisation) before the residence permit is issued.
- For Pay Limit: salary documentation showing ≥ DKK 514,000/year gross — Pay Limit threshold reviewed annually — 2026 figure is DKK 514,000.
- For Positive List for Highly Educated: occupation appears on the SIRI Positive List + applicant holds Bachelor's+ in the field
- For Fast-Track: employer's Fast-Track certification number — Only employers certified by SIRI as Fast-Track can use this scheme.
- For Start-up Denmark: business plan approved by the Start-up Denmark expert panel — Innovative-business plan submitted via Vækstfonden / SIRI — approval required BEFORE the residence-permit application.
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- ANY ONE income bundle (Salary bundle most relevant for employed applicants)
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.

**Notes:**
- Pay Limit Scheme is the simplest path: any non-EU national with a Danish job offer at the threshold salary qualifies — no occupation list, no specific qualifications required beyond what the employer demands.
- Family of Type D work-permit holders can apply for Type D Family Reunion concurrently — separate application per family member, but processed together by SIRI.
- Job loss within 6 months of arrival: 6-month job-search residence period available before the permit lapses (must report job loss to SIRI within 14 days).
- After 4 years on Pay Limit / Positive List, holders can apply for Permanent Residence Permit (Permanent Opholdstilladelse) — DK is one of the more achievable EU PR pathways for non-EU workers.

### Transit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Transit / Airport Transit

**Purpose:** Transit through Denmark or a Danish airport (Copenhagen Kastrup CPH) en route to a third country.
**Stay duration:** Up to 5 days transit.
**Validity:** Single use, tied to onward booking.
**Entries:** Single (or double for round-trip transits).
**Processing time:** 15 days standard.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Kathmandu intake.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photo, insurance)
- Confirmed onward air ticket departing Denmark within transit window
- Visa for the destination third country (where applicable) — Danish Border Police verify onward admissibility at port of entry.
- Brief cover letter explaining transit *(conditional)*

**Notes:**
- Nepalis are subject to Airport Transit Visa (ATV) requirement when transiting Danish airports — confirm at the time of filing whether ATV or full transit visa applies for your itinerary.
- Accommodation is NOT required for transit-only applications.

### Multi-Entry — Long-Stay Residence Permit (Type D) — Family Reunification

**Purpose:** Family reunion with a Danish citizen, EU citizen residing in Denmark, or non-EU national holding Danish residence permit.
**Stay duration:** Per host's status — typically 2 years initial residence permit, renewable.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via residence permit.
**Processing time:** SIRI processing target: 7–10 months (Family Reunion is one of the slower Type D categories due to integration-test requirements).
**How to apply:** (1) Danish-resident host files Application FA1 at nyidanmark.dk and provides documentation of relationship + integration / housing requirements; (2) applicant fills Part 2 of FA1 + uploads own documents; (3) pay fee online (DKK 11,990 in 2026 for spouse / partner reunion); (4) book biometric appointment at VFS Kathmandu; (5) submit biometrics + originals; (6) wait for SIRI decision; (7) collect residence card from VFS or have it shipped.

**Required documents:**

- Application form FA1 (Parts 1 + 2 signed) — Part 1 by host in Denmark; Part 2 by applicant in Nepal. Filed online at nyidanmark.dk.
- Host's status proof: Danish ID / EU citizenship + Danish residence registration
- Marriage certificate (for spouses) OR birth certificate (for children) — notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled
- Cohabitation evidence (for unmarried partners): joint lease, joint bank statements, photos, communication history *(conditional)* — Required when applying as unmarried partner — must demonstrate genuine cohabitation for at least 1.5–2 years.
- Integration requirements: host must meet Danish-language A1 or higher + 4/9 of the integration criteria (employment / education / association membership / etc.) — Integration requirement waived for spouses of EU citizens under Free Movement Directive.
- Housing requirements: host must have an own / rented home meeting Danish housing standards (min size + max occupancy) — Verified by host's municipality.
- Financial requirements: host must NOT have received public assistance (kontanthjælp / SU) in the 3 years prior to application + must lodge bank guarantee of DKK 110,000 — Bank guarantee waived for spouses of EU citizens under Free Movement Directive.
- Funds proof: host's 6-month bank statement
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA AND from any country lived 12+ months in last 10 years (MoFA-apostilled)
- ANY ONE income bundle for host (only one needed) — Demonstrates host can financially support the reunifying family member.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Spouses and minor children of EU citizens (including Danish via Metock route) benefit from EU Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC — much simpler procedure (no integration test, no bank guarantee, no language requirement); processed under EU Residence rules instead of Danish national family reunion.
- Type D Family Reunion gives full work authorisation in Denmark — no separate residence permit needed for the spouse to work.
- Children turning 18 must transition to their own residence basis (Studies / Pay Limit / Family Reunion of EU citizen if applicable).
- Within 5 working days of arrival, family-reunified persons must register at the local Citizen Service Centre (Borgerservice) for a CPR number.

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- Income proof for Danish visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — pick the bundle matching your active income source.
- Denmark joined the Schengen Area on 25 March 2001. Short-stay Schengen visas (Type C) issued by Denmark are valid across all 29 Schengen states; Schengen visas issued by other members are valid for entry to Denmark under the same conditions.
- Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen Type C visa, an LTV with multi-entry, a Schengen Type D long-stay visa, or a Schengen residence permit DO NOT need a separate Danish visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
- GOOD NEWS for Nepal: VFS Denmark VAC IS in Kathmandu (Chhaya Devi Complex, Thamel). Unlike Cyprus / Czech / Croatia, Nepali applicants do NOT need to travel to India to apply for a Danish visa. The VAC accepts both Schengen Type C (short-stay) and Type D (residence permits) intake.
- Biometrics (fingerprints + photo) are mandatory for first-time Schengen Type C applicants and for ALL Type D applicants regardless of prior captures. Fingerprints valid 5 years across Schengen for Type C. Children under 6 provide photograph only (no fingerprints). Remove henna from fingertips before biometric capture — henna obstructs the scan.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 cover (incl. emergency repatriation + urgent hospitalisation) is mandatory for Type C and must be valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay. For Type D, comprehensive Danish health insurance (typically Sygesikringen "yellow card") is provided automatically after CPR registration — applicants only need bridging private insurance for the gap between arrival and CPR issuance.
- All non-English / non-Danish documents must be translated into English (Danish translation NOT required) by a Nepal MoFA-recognised translator and apostilled (Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — official certificates issued after that date can be apostilled by Nepal MoFA).
- Type D long-stay applications are filed online at nyidanmark.dk (mandatory) BEFORE biometric submission at VFS Kathmandu. The system generates a unique case order ID — bring the printed order confirmation + payment receipt to the VAC appointment.
- Greenland and Faroe Islands are constituent countries of the Kingdom of Denmark but are NOT part of the EU or Schengen. Separate visas are required for travel to Greenland or the Faroe Islands — apply via the same VFS Kathmandu intake, but on a separate Greenland / Faroe-specific application form.
- Denmark has notable Type D categories aimed at attracting talent: (1) Positive List for Highly Educated (≥ Bachelor's + job offer in shortage occupation), (2) Pay Limit Scheme (annual gross salary ≥ DKK 514,000 in 2026), (3) Fast-Track Scheme (employer-certified for streamlined hiring), (4) Start-up Denmark (innovative-business plan approved by an expert panel), (5) Researcher Scheme (no job-quota cap), (6) Special-Purpose categories (artists, religious workers, athletes, performing artists).
- Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties to Nepal (no property / business / family obligation), unexplained funds, vague itinerary, undisclosed prior Schengen / UK / US refusals, applicants under 30 without dependants. SIRI also scrutinises Nepali educational documents heavily — Tribhuvan University verification recommended for Type D Studies / Pay Limit applications.
- Denmark uses DKK (Danish Krone) NOT euro despite EU membership — Denmark holds an opt-out from the euro under the Maastricht Treaty.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Denmark visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (tourist, business, family, education). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: Schengen visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage); Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Denmark for the entire stay.
3. **Submit at VFS Global Denmark Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu** — Apply online at applyvisa.um.dk -> fill Schengen application + upload documents -> pay fee online -> book biometric appointment at VFS Kathmandu (vfsglobal.com/denmark/nepal) -> submit biometrics + originals -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection at VFS.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days standard at the Embassy Delhi; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested. Denmark is among the faster Schengen processors for Nepal applications.. Yatra's concierge tracks your application and notifies you on each status change.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does a Denmark tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

15 calendar days standard at the Embassy Delhi; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested. Denmark is among the faster Schengen processors for Nepal applications.

### What bank balance is required for a Denmark visa?

Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Danish consular officers reference DKK 350/day (~ EUR 47) as the typical per-diem benchmark for proof-of-funds calculations.

### How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Denmark on a tourist visa?

Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period. (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism).

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Denmark tourist visa?

Apply online at applyvisa.um.dk -> fill Schengen application + upload documents -> pay fee online -> book biometric appointment at VFS Kathmandu (vfsglobal.com/denmark/nepal) -> submit biometrics + originals -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection at VFS.

### What documents are required for a Denmark tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Schengen visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage); Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Denmark for the entire stay; Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location); Cover letter explaining purpose of trip.

### Where is the Denmark embassy in Nepal?

Royal Danish Embassy — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan) — 11, Aurangzeb Road, New Delhi 110011, India. Phone: +91 11 4209 0700.

### Can Nepali citizens apply for a Denmark business visa?

Yes — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business. Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions — no employment in Denmark or the wider Schengen Area. Processing: 15 days standard; 5–10 days for fast-tracked invitations from established Danish inviters..

### Is there an online portal to apply for a Denmark visa?

Yes — apply online at https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/denmark/nepal/english (VFS Denmark Nepal — appointment + categories) · https://www.nyidanmark.dk (Danish Immigration / SIRI online portal — mandatory Type D pre-application) · https://applyvisa.um.dk (Schengen Type C online application) · https://indien.um.dk — Royal Danish Embassy New Delhi · https://www.siri.dk — Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (Type D adjudication) · https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/Words%20and%20concepts%20front%20page/Shared/Processing-times — SIRI processing-time tracker (live).

### How is the Denmark visa fee paid?

Visa fee + VFS service charge in cash NPR or by card / QR at the VFS Kathmandu counter. All fees inclusive of 13 % VAT. For Type D, the SIRI fee is paid online during nyidanmark.dk application; the courier fee is paid at VFS Kathmandu at the time of biometric submission.

### Can Yatra help with a Denmark visa application?

Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Denmark including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.

## Sources

- https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/denmark/nepal/english/index.html — VFS Global Denmark Nepal one-pager (categories, fees, biometrics, document checklist)
- https://www.nyidanmark.dk — Danish Immigration Service / SIRI online portal (mandatory Type D pre-application)
- https://applyvisa.um.dk — Schengen Type C online application portal (Royal Danish Embassy)
- https://indien.um.dk — Royal Danish Embassy New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
- https://www.siri.dk — Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (Type D adjudication)
- https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/Words%20and%20concepts%20front%20page/Shared/Processing-times — SIRI processing-time tracker (live)
- Pay Limit Scheme threshold DKK 514,000/year (2026) — reviewed annually by SIRI
- Type D residence permit fee schedule effective 1 January 2026 (Studies DKK 1,890; Work DKK 4,955; Family Reunion DKK 11,990; Start-up Denmark DKK 1,890)
- Type C Schengen visa fee EUR 90 (adult) / EUR 45 (child 6–11) / FREE (child < 6) per Schengen Visa Code
- Schengen Visa Code Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 — Schengen acquis (Denmark accession 25 March 2001)
- Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA after that date are accepted by Danish authorities without further consular legalisation

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