Denmark flag — visa destination

Denmark Visa from India

SchengenSchengen Zone

Processing

~15 days

Fee Range

₹8,500 – ₹11,000

Documents

14 required

VFS Centre

VFS Global New Delhi

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Denmark Visa — All Types

Each visa type has its own fees, documents, and processing rules. Tap any card for the complete guide.

Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Tourist / Non-Professional

Denmark Tourist Visa

Schengen short-stay visa for tourism, leisure travel, and sightseeing in Denmark and the wider Schengen area for Indian citizens.

Fee

€90

Processing

15 calendar days f…

Stay

90 days in any 180…

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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Business

Denmark Business / Conference Visa

Short-stay Schengen visa for meetings, conferences, training events, and trade fairs in Denmark for Indian business professionals.

Fee

€90

Processing

15 calendar days f…

Stay

90 days in any 180…

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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Red Carpet Business

Denmark Red Carpet Business Visa

Express business visa channel for Indian professionals invited by pre-approved Danish Red Carpet member companies.

Fee

€90

Processing

Typically faster t…

Stay

90 days in any 180…

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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Family / Friends Visit

Denmark Visa for Visiting Family & Friends

Schengen short-stay visa for Indian citizens visiting close family or friends residing in Denmark.

Fee

€90

Processing

15 calendar days f…

Stay

90 days in any 180…

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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Seafarer Transit

Denmark Seafarers' Transit Visa

Schengen transit visa for Indian seamen joining or leaving a vessel in Danish waters or ports.

Fee

€90

Processing

15 calendar days f…

Stay

Transit period onl…

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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Transit

Denmark Transit Visa

Schengen transit visa for Indian citizens briefly passing through Denmark to a non-Schengen destination, with airport exit permitted.

Fee

€90

Processing

15 calendar days f…

Stay

Brief transit only…

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Schengen — Airport Transit (Type A)

Denmark Airport Transit Visa

Schengen airport transit visa for Indian citizens with a connecting flight inside a Danish airport transit zone, without exiting the airport.

Fee

€90

Processing

15 calendar days f…

Stay

Airport transit zo…

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Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Study / Sports / Cultural

Denmark Study / Sports / Cultural Visa

Schengen short-stay visa for Indian students, athletes, and cultural performers attending activities in Denmark for up to 90 days.

Fee

€90

Processing

15 calendar days f…

Stay

90 days in any 180…

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Long-Stay Residence Permit (D-Visa + Residence Card)Info only

Denmark Long-Term Residence & Work Permit

Informational guide for Indian citizens seeking long-term residence, work, or study permits in Denmark (>90 days).

Fee

Varies by category

Processing

Work / Fast-Track:…

Stay

More than 90 days …

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About Denmark

The Happiest Country in Europe

Denmark is a small Nordic kingdom that consistently ranks among the happiest and safest places in the world. Indian visitors love it for its clean cities, fairy-tale castles, bike-friendly streets, and effortless blend of old-world charm with modern Scandinavian design. As a Schengen member, a Denmark visa also unlocks 28 other European countries.

Capital

Copenhagen

Currency

DKK

Language

Danish / English

Flight time

~10h from Delhi

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Why Indians Love Visiting

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Fairy-Tale Castles

Kronborg (Hamlet's castle), Rosenborg, and Frederiksborg — home of Hans Christian Andersen's tales.

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Tivoli Gardens

The world's second-oldest amusement park in the heart of Copenhagen — a must-visit for families.

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Bike Culture

More bicycles than cars in Copenhagen. Rent one to explore Nyhavn, the Little Mermaid, and the city parks.

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Foodie Paradise

Vegetarian-friendly Nordic cuisine, world-famous bakeries (those flaky 'Danish' pastries), and Michelin-starred restaurants.

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Nordic Landscapes

Rugged coastlines, the Lake District, and Faroe Islands for the adventurous. Summer cruises to Iceland and Norway.

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Schengen Gateway

With one Denmark visa, travel across all 29 Schengen countries. Perfect for multi-country Europe tours.

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Top Places to Visit

Nyhavn (Copenhagen)The Little MermaidTivoli GardensKronborg CastleLEGO House (Billund)Aarhus Old TownFaroe IslandsSkagen beaches
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Famous Denmark

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LEGO

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Little Mermaid

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Kronborg (Hamlet)

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H.C. Andersen

🛳️

Maersk shipping

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Niels Bohr

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Hygge culture

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Bike city

🍽️
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Food You Must Try

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Wienerbrød

The original 'Danish pastry' — flaky, buttery, cardamom-kissed.

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Smørrebrød

Open-faced rye bread sandwich with toppings — Danish lunch staple.

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Ristet hotdog

Copenhagen's street-food classic — many vegetarian variants too.

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Drømmekage

'Dream cake' — fluffy sponge with caramelised coconut topping.

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Carlsberg & Tuborg

World-famous Danish lagers — even non-drinkers visit the breweries.

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Havarti cheese

Creamy Danish cheese perfect on rye or in sandwiches.

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Best Time to Visit

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Summer

Jun–Aug

Long daylight (18+ hours), outdoor festivals, Tivoli open late. PEAK SEASON — book early.

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Autumn

Sep–Oct

Cool + colourful. Fewer crowds, good hotel deals, still pleasant for walking tours.

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Winter

Nov–Feb

Christmas markets, cozy hygge cafés, occasional Northern Lights in Jutland. Short days.

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Spring

Mar–May

Cherry blossoms, blooming parks, warming up. Great shoulder-season deals.

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Say it Like a Local

Tak

/tak/

Thank you

Hej

/hai/

Hello

Farvel

/far-VELL/

Goodbye

Ja / Nej

/ya / nai/

Yes / No

Skål!

/skohl/

Cheers!

Undskyld

/un-SKILL/

Excuse me / Sorry

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💡Did You Know
1

Denmark gave the world LEGO — invented in 1932 by a carpenter named Ole Kirk Christiansen.

2

Danes are officially among the happiest people on Earth — the concept of 'hygge' (coziness) is their secret.

3

The Danish flag (Dannebrog) is the oldest national flag still in use — dating from the 13th century.

4

Copenhagen has more bicycles than residents. 62% of locals cycle to work or school daily.

5

Hans Christian Andersen, author of The Little Mermaid & Ugly Duckling, was Danish.

6

Denmark's highest natural point is just 170 metres — lower than Delhi's Qutub Minar is tall.

⚙️ Application Process

1

Book Free Consultation

Talk to our visa expert. We recommend the right visa type and review your eligibility.

2

Prepare Documents

Upload documents to your portal. Our team reviews each one and flags what's missing.

3

VFS Appointment

We book the earliest VFS slot, prepare your file, and brief you for biometrics.

4

Biometrics & Submission

Visit VFS centre for biometrics. Your application is submitted to the embassy.

5

Track & Receive

Track status via your dashboard. Once approved, collect your passport with the visa.

💡 Important Tips

  • Apply at least 4–6 weeks before your travel date
  • Keep bank balance healthy — ₹3–5 lakh recommended for most countries
  • Strong ties to India (job, property, family) help approval
  • Book refundable flights and hotels until visa is approved
  • Get travel insurance before your embassy appointment
  • Carry original documents and photocopies to VFS
  • Never provide false or inconsistent information

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