Long-Stay Residence Permit (D-Visa + Residence Card)Verified 2026-04-16Denmark Long-Term Residence & Work Permit (90+ Days)
Long-term Danish permits (work, study, family reunification, religious, au pair) are applied for online at nyidanmark.dk. This page is informational — SureshotVisa's service focuses on short-stay Schengen visas. For work permit applications we recommend applying directly via the Danish authorities.
Please note: we do not deal with work permits for foreign countries. This page is provided for informational purposes only. For Denmark work/residence permits, apply directly through nyidanmark.dk or consult a licensed Danish immigration lawyer.
Processing
Work / Fast-Track: ~30 days
Stay Duration
More than 90 days (as granted by SIRI / Danish Immigration Service)
Starting Fee
Varies by category
Apply At
2 VFS centres
Special Instructions — Read Before Applying
These requirements apply to ALL Denmark visa types. Violations mean your application will be rejected — read each one carefully.
- 1Case-order ID from nyidanmark.dk is MANDATORY before you can book a biometrics appointment.
- 2Only apply at VFS / Embassy AFTER your online application is submitted and fee is paid.
- 3Bring ORIGINALS + unstapled A4 colour copies of every supporting document.
- 4Biometrics (fingerprints + facial image) stored centrally by Immigration Service for 59 months.
- 5For Residence Card courier — ensure your Danish address is current; it's mailed there after arrival.
Who Can Apply
- Workers under Positive List Scheme, Pay Limit Scheme, or Fast-Track scheme (skilled jobs with minimum salary thresholds)
- Specialists, researchers, PhD candidates with specific job offers
- Students enrolled in Danish universities or folk high schools for programmes >90 days
- Family reunification — spouses, partners, children of Danish residents
- Religious workers, au pairs, interns, farm workers (specific schemes)
- Established business people investing in Denmark
Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Work Permit application fee | Varies by category |
| Study Permit application fee | DKK 1,890 |
| Family Reunification fee | DKK 12,170 |
| VFS service charge | ₹2,052 |
| Courier (outside Delhi) | ₹432 |
Government fees set by the Danish Immigration Service (SIRI). Pay in DKK online via nyidanmark.dk. Fees change annually — verify on nyidanmark.dk before applying.
Documents Required
Online Application (nyidanmark.dk)
- !Completed online application with case-order ID
Must be done BEFORE biometrics appointment
- !Application fee paid online
At Biometrics Appointment
- !Case-order ID printout (from nyidanmark.dk)
- !Passport — original + photocopies of all pages
- !Passport-size photograph (white background)
- !All supporting documents — ORIGINALS + unstapled colour copies (A4 size)
E.g. employer letter, admission letter, marriage certificate, birth certificates, qualifications — depending on category
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
Apply online at nyidanmark.dk
Complete the relevant online form for your category, pay the government fee, and receive your case-order ID.
Book biometrics appointment
At VFS Global OR the Royal Danish Embassy, New Delhi.
Provide biometrics + documents
Bring the case-order ID printout plus all supporting documents. Fingerprints and facial photo are captured.
Application forwarded to SIRI
Danish Immigration Service (SIRI) processes the substantive decision. You can track status online at nyidanmark.dk.
D-Visa + Residence Card
If approved, you receive a D-Visa (entry sticker in your passport) and later a Residence Card by courier within 60 days of arrival in Denmark.
Download Official Forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
📋 How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens VFS Switzerland page
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
Online Visa Application (applyvisa.um.dk)
Short-stay Schengen visas (tourist, business, family/friends, transit). Fill the form online, pay the fee, and print both the application form and the fee receipt before your VFS appointment.
New to Denmark — Online Portal (nyidanmark.dk)
Long-term residence + work permits AND online invitation letters (VU1 for business, VU2 for family/friends). Your Danish host uploads the invitation here — strongly recommended as it speeds up processing.
VFS Global Denmark (India)
Book your biometrics appointment, view document checklists, and track your application status here.
VFS Application Centres
💡 Pro Tips
- Apply 3–6 months before your intended start date — long-term permits can take 1–10 months depending on category.
- Biometrics are stored by SIRI and valid 59 months — re-collection only if expired or unavailable.
- For Work Permits, the Danish employer usually initiates the process and shares required documentation with you.
- Family Reunification has strict financial / housing requirements on the Danish sponsor — verify eligibility before applying.
- Keep original degree / qualification documents ready — they may need to be authenticated by an Apostille before submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why isn't SureshotVisa handling work permit applications?+
What is nyidanmark.dk?+
What are the main Danish work permit schemes?+
How long does family reunification take?+
Can I enter Denmark while my long-term permit is being processed?+
Is the Residence Card the same as the D-Visa?+
This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other Denmark visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
Other Denmark Visa Types
Denmark Tourist Visa (Schengen Type C — Short Stay)
Schengen short-stay visa for tourism, leisure travel, and sightseeing in Denmark and the wider Schengen area for Indian citizens.
Denmark Business / Conference Visa (Schengen Type C)
Short-stay Schengen visa for meetings, conferences, training events, and trade fairs in Denmark for Indian business professionals.
Denmark Red Carpet Business Visa (Fast-Track)
Express business visa channel for Indian professionals invited by pre-approved Danish Red Carpet member companies.
Denmark Visa for Visiting Family & Friends (Schengen Type C)
Schengen short-stay visa for Indian citizens visiting close family or friends residing in Denmark.
Denmark Seafarers' Transit Visa
Schengen transit visa for Indian seamen joining or leaving a vessel in Danish waters or ports.
Denmark Transit Visa (Schengen Type C — Transit)
Schengen transit visa for Indian citizens briefly passing through Denmark to a non-Schengen destination, with airport exit permitted.
Denmark Airport Transit Visa (ATV)
Schengen airport transit visa for Indian citizens with a connecting flight inside a Danish airport transit zone, without exiting the airport.
Denmark Study / Sports / Cultural Visa (Short Stay)
Schengen short-stay visa for Indian students, athletes, and cultural performers attending activities in Denmark for up to 90 days.
Source & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Denmark website and Embassy of Denmark. Last verified 2026-04-16. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.