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Denmark visa for Indian citizens

Applies via: VFS Global + embassySchengen short-stay visaSources checked on

Indian citizens apply for a Denmark visa through VFS Global and the embassy. The published fee for Tourist Visa / Non Professional Visa is EUR 90. Processing time (Short stay (Schengen) visa): Normally within 15 days from the day the Embassy receives it (excluding VFS submission/transport time); up to 30 days if further enquiry needed; up to 45 days in exceptionally difficult cases. Application locations listed include Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai and Cochin (6 more listed below). Sources checked on October 10, 2026.

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Denmark visa for Indians — key facts

Visa fee
EUR 90Tourist Visa / Non Professional Visa
Processing time
Normally within 15 days from the day the Embassy receives it (excluding VFS submission/transport time)Short stay (Schengen) visa
Where to apply
11 locations listedAhmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh…
Insurance required
Yes

Overview

How do Indian citizens apply for a Denmark visa?

Applies via: VFS Global + embassy

Who handles applications in India

VFS Global is the official partner of the Embassy of Denmark in India; applications are decided by the Embassy in New Delhi. Applicants fill in the visa application and pay the visa fee online at applyvisa.um.dk, print and sign the ApplyVisa cover letter, then submit supporting documents and biometrics at a VFS Visa Application Centre by appointment (Red Carpet business applicants can attend without an appointment). In peak season (March–September) the Embassy recommends submitting to VFS at least 4 weeks in advance.

How to apply from India — step by step

  1. 1

    Prepare your documents

    Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.

  2. 2

    Book an appointment

    Book an appointment as described on the VFS Global / embassy pages linked below.

  3. 3

    Submit your application

    Submit at a VFS Global centre or other listed location: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad and others listed below.

  4. 4

    Give biometrics

    Attend in person for biometrics where the official pages require it.

  5. 5

    Pay the fees

    Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

  6. 6

    Track your application

    Track the application status as described on the official pages.

Steps follow the official pages in the Sources section; always follow the latest instructions there.

Before you apply

Visa fees

How much is the Denmark visa fee for Indian citizens?

  • Tourist Visa / Non Professional Visa

    EUR 90

    Exchange rate of the date of application applies; paid online at applyvisa.um.dk

  • Business Visa / Conference Visa

    EUR 90

  • Airport Transit Visa / Transit Visa / Seaman Visa

    EUR 90

  • Child b/w 6-12 Yrs. (only in short stay visa)

    EUR 45

    newtodenmark.dk: children from six and below 12 years

  • Courier charge for applicants applying outside Delhi

    Euro 4 (INR 440)

    Mandatory one-way courier from New Delhi back to regional VFS centres

Service fee: VFS Service Fee INR 2090 (Euro 19); payable by cash/card/UPI; non-refundable

Checklist

What documents are required for a Denmark visa from India?

All applicants

16 items
  • Application form completely filled on https://applyvisa.um.dk/, printed and signed by the applicant
  • Visa fee payment receipt printed from https://applyvisa.um.dk/
  • One recent (less than six months old) passport-size colour photograph, 3.5cm x 4.5cm
  • Passport valid at least three months beyond intended stay in Schengen, with at least two blank pages, issued within the previous 10 years
  • Copy of Schengen visas and entry/exit stamps from previous passports
  • Overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen countries, at least 30,000 Euros, covering the entire trip
  • Flight reservations of return or round ticket (intra-Schengen reservations if visiting several states); Embassy recommends not buying tickets before visa approval
  • Proof of accommodation for the whole duration of the stay
  • Original personal bank statement for the last three months, stamped and signed by the bank (all applicants); must show means of DKK 350 per day (private home) or DKK 500 per day (hotel)
  • Indian income tax return acknowledgment for the last two assessment years
  • Employed: payslips for last three months, employment contract, holiday approval/leave letter
  • Company owner/self-employed: certificate of registration of the company including GST registration number
  • Sponsored: proof of sponsorship (tourist checklist: plus sponsor's letter and copy of sponsor's photo ID)
  • Retired: pension statements for last three months; proof of regular income from property or business
  • Minors: copy of birth certificate, notarised consent of non-travelling parent(s)/guardians, copies of both parents' passports or IDs
  • All documents submitted in colour on A4 paper; an additional copy of passport ID page for passport collection

Tourist / Non Professional Visa

5 items
  • Cover letter stipulating purpose, duration, accompanying persons, transport and accommodation
  • Certificate of the travel agency confirming an organised trip or other document indicating travel plans
  • Cruise passengers: cruise ticket and payment receipt
  • Marriage certificate if travelling with spouse and status not in passport; ration card copy if applicable
  • Students: certificates of enrolment

Business Visa

2 items
  • Covering letter from the Indian organisation/company (identity, purpose, period and place of stay)
  • Signed invitation from the inviting party with contact details; host may use the online invitation form on nyidanmark.dk

Red Carpet

3 items
  • Annex C – Red Carpet Cover Letter signed, dated and stamped by an authorised signatory
  • Signed invitation from the inviting party
  • No appointment needed at VACs on operational days

Visiting Family and Friends

4 items
  • Cover letter from the applicant
  • Proof of relationship (marriage certificate if visiting spouse; certificate of family relationship if visiting relatives)
  • Invitation from host – Embassy recommends online VU2 invitation form
  • Evidence of legal residence of host: copy of passport and residence permit card

Study/Sports/Cultural Visa

3 items
  • Covering letter from the Indian organisation/school (name, DOB, itinerary, purpose, relevance to studies, period)
  • Copy of student cards or certificates
  • Invitation, entry ticket or enrolment confirmation – preferably online VU3 form

Transit Visa (Seaman)

5 items
  • Invitation from the shipping company/maritime agency in Denmark (seafarer details, vessel, ports and dates, itinerary, Indian agency, responsibility undertaking)
  • Covering letter and list of seafarers if submitted by an Indian shipping agency
  • Flight reservation; proof of accommodation if overnight stay
  • Employment contract/appointment letter
  • Seaman's Book (original)

Transit Visa / Airport Transit Visa

3 items
  • Passport valid three months past visa expiry, issued within 10 years
  • Proof of means of transport, proof of lodging, proof of financial means
  • Children under 18 travelling without one/both parents: affidavit signed by parent(s) not travelling plus copy of parent's passport first and last page

Photo

What are the Denmark visa photo specifications?

Size
3.5cm x 4.5cm (embassy checklists); VFS: 35-40mm in width; newtodenmark: 35mm x 45mm, chin to top of head 30-36mm
Background
White background (embassy checklists); plain light-coloured background (VFS)
  • No more than 6 months old
  • Face takes up 70-80% of the photograph
  • Looking directly at the camera, neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open
  • No tinted lenses or flash reflection; head coverings only for religious reasons with full face visible
  • Printed on high quality photo paper

Insurance

Is travel medical insurance required for a Denmark visa?

Required

Overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen countries covering at least 30,000 Euros for all risks (accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation etc.), covering the entire trip including arrival and departure dates. VFS publishes the list of Schengen-approved travel insurance companies (Approved TMI Companies List July 2026).

Processing

How long does Denmark visa processing take?

Short stay (Schengen) visa
Normally within 15 days from the day the Embassy receives it (excluding VFS submission/transport time); up to 30 days if further enquiry needed; up to 45 days in exceptionally difficult cases
Prior consultation nationalities/categories
Usually minimum 10-12 days
Peak season (March–September)
Embassy recommends applying to VFS minimum 4 weeks in advance

Visa types

Which Denmark visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Short Stay

  • Tourist / Non Professional Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Red Carpet
  • Visiting Family and Friends
  • Transit Visa (Seaman)
  • Transit Visa
  • Airport Transit Visa
  • Study/Sports/Cultural Visa

Long Term

  • Work (Positive List/Pay Limit Scheme/Fast Track Scheme)
  • Accompanying family members
  • Researchers
  • Trainees
  • Religious workers
  • Start-up Denmark
  • Studies
  • Au pairs
  • Interns
  • Family Reunification
  • Greenland and Faroe Islands

Where to apply

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Denmark visa?

  • Ahmedabad
  • Bengaluru
  • Chandigarh
  • Chennai
  • Cochin
  • Hyderabad
  • Jaipur
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai
  • New Delhi
  • Pune

FAQ

Denmark visa for Indians — frequently asked questions

Answers built only from the VFS Global and embassy pages listed in the Sources section.

How much is the Denmark visa fee for Indian citizens?

Tourist Visa / Non Professional Visa: EUR 90; Business Visa / Conference Visa: EUR 90; Airport Transit Visa / Transit Visa / Seaman Visa: EUR 90. 2 more fee rows are listed on this page. Service fee: VFS Service Fee INR 2090 (Euro 19); payable by cash/card/UPI; non-refundable.

What documents are required for a Denmark visa from India?

Application form completely filled on https://applyvisa.um.dk/, printed and signed by the applicant; Visa fee payment receipt printed from https://applyvisa.um.dk/; One recent (less than six months old) passport-size colour photograph, 3.5cm x 4.5cm; Passport valid at least three months beyond intended stay in Schengen, with at least two blank pages, issued within the previous 10 years; Copy of Schengen visas and entry/exit stamps from previous passports; Overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen countries, at least 30,000 Euros, covering the entire trip. Plus 10 more items listed on this page. Category-specific checklists are listed for 7 visa categories.

How long does Denmark visa processing take for Indians?

Short stay (Schengen) visa: Normally within 15 days from the day the Embassy receives it (excluding VFS submission/transport time); up to 30 days if further enquiry needed; up to 45 days in exceptionally difficult cases; Prior consultation nationalities/categories: Usually minimum 10-12 days; Peak season (March–September): Embassy recommends applying to VFS minimum 4 weeks in advance.

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Denmark visa?

Applications go via VFS Global + embassy. Locations listed: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pune.

What photo size is required for a Denmark visa?

Size: 3.5cm x 4.5cm (embassy checklists); VFS: 35-40mm in width; newtodenmark: 35mm x 45mm, chin to top of head 30-36mm. Background: White background (embassy checklists); plain light-coloured background (VFS).

Is travel medical insurance required for a Denmark visa?

Yes. Overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen countries covering at least 30,000 Euros for all risks (accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation etc.), covering the entire trip including arrival and departure dates. VFS publishes the list of Schengen-approved travel insurance companies (Approved TMI Companies List July 2026).

Which Denmark visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Short Stay and Long Term. 19 visa types are listed on this page.

Sources

Sources

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