Visa guide · added October 2026

Denmark Visa Guide

Denmark is in the Schengen Area, so Indian passport holders need a Schengen visa. Complete the online application and pay the fee on Denmark’s ApplyVisa portal, then book an appointment with VFS Global to submit it. The adult fee is €90.

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Visa facts checked against official sources on 6 October 2026

Do Indians need a visa for Denmark?

Denmark is in the Schengen Area, so Indian passport holders need a Schengen visa. Complete the online application and pay the fee on Denmark’s ApplyVisa portal, then book an appointment with VFS Global to submit it. The adult fee is €90.

Denmark visa options for Indians

OptionWho it is forStay and validityOfficial fee
Schengen short-stay visaTourism, business and family visitsUp to 90 days in any 180-day period€90
Children aged 6 to 11Same visaUp to 90 days in any 180-day period€45

Denmark visa fees

OptionOfficial fee
Schengen short-stay visa€90
Children aged 6 to 11€45

Fees are those listed on Denmark’s ApplyVisa portal and are paid online before you book the VFS appointment. VFS Global charges its own service fee on top.

Documents required

Official sources do not give a full list for every case; these are the documents applicants are normally asked for. Confirm the exact list when you apply.

  • Completed Schengen visa application form with photograph
  • Passport valid for at least three months after you plan to leave the Schengen Area, issued within the previous 10 years
  • Travel medical insurance covering the Schengen Area
  • Flight reservation and proof of accommodation
  • Proof of funds and of your employment or studies
  • Supporting documents for the purpose of your trip

How to apply

1

Complete the online application on the ApplyVisa portal (applyvisa.um.dk) and pay the visa fee there.

2

Book an appointment with VFS Global. Walk-in applications are not accepted.

3

Submit your documents and biometrics at the VFS centre.

4

Apply early: the Embassy’s 15 days start only when the application reaches it.

Processing time

15 days once all required documents are provided; a maximum of 45 calendar days where further enquiries are needed. Transport time between VFS and the Embassy is not included.

Frequently asked questions

Denmark is in the Schengen Area, so Indian passport holders need a Schengen visa. Complete the online application and pay the fee on Denmark’s ApplyVisa portal, then book an appointment with VFS Global to submit it. The adult fee is €90.

Schengen short-stay visa: €90. Children aged 6 to 11: €45. Fees are those listed on Denmark’s ApplyVisa portal and are paid online before you book the VFS appointment. VFS Global charges its own service fee on top.

15 days once all required documents are provided; a maximum of 45 calendar days where further enquiries are needed. Transport time between VFS and the Embassy is not included.

Complete the online application on the ApplyVisa portal (applyvisa.um.dk) and pay the visa fee there. Book an appointment with VFS Global. Walk-in applications are not accepted. Submit your documents and biometrics at the VFS centre. Apply early: the Embassy’s 15 days start only when the application reaches it.

From the official sources listed at the end of this page, checked on 6 October 2026. Visa rules and fees change, so confirm them on the official site before you apply.

Official sources

The visa facts on this page come from these official pages, checked on 6 October 2026. Rules and fees can change, so confirm them before you apply.

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