Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Tourist / Non-Professional Verified 2026-04-16Denmark 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.
No visa is ever guaranteed — the final decision always rests with the Denmark visa authority. We make sure your file is presented at its strongest.
Processing
15 calendar days from when the Embassy receives your complete application
Stay Duration
90 days in any 180-day period (Schengen-wide)
Starting Fee
€90
Apply At
11 VFS centres
Where do you stand?
Tell us your situation
Pick what fits — no long forms, just a quick WhatsApp or a call.
Why files get refused
Most Denmark visitor visa refusals come down to a few fixable things
Refusals are common now, and the government fee is non-refundable. The good news: almost every reason below is something we can strengthen before you submit.
Insufficient bank balance for the duration of stay (not meeting DKK 350/500 per day rule)
Weak ties to India — no family/property/job commitments making return likely
Travel insurance not meeting €30,000 minimum OR not covering full trip duration
Inconsistent itinerary — Denmark marked as main destination but more nights booked elsewhere in Schengen
Poor-quality cover letter that doesn't explain travel purpose clearly
Recent visa refusals (any Schengen country) not addressed with new evidence
What we actually do
We build a stronger file — you don't guess
Check your profile before filing
We tell you honestly if the case is ready — before you spend the government fee.
Review funds & ITR alignment
Bank statement, income and tax records presented the way officers expect.
Structure purpose & cover letter
A clear travel story that answers the officer's real questions.
Show strong ties to India
Job, business, property and family framed as genuine reasons to return.
Sponsor & invitation papers
If family is inviting you, we line their documents up with your profile — a common silent refusal trigger.
Guide the full submission
Online portal or VFS appointment, biometrics and passport steps — supported until the decision.
Refused before?
We rebuild refused Denmark cases the right way.
Reapplying with the same file usually earns the same answer. We find the real reason first, then rebuild — no guarantees, just a properly prepared reapplication.
Before you reapply, we check:
- What your refusal letter actually says — and what it doesn't.
- Whether the officer's GCMS notes are worth pulling for the real reason.
- Which documents were weak: funds, employment, purpose, or ties.
- Whether reapplying now — or strengthening first — is the smarter move.
Same flat fee whether it's your first application or a reapplication. Read the refusal guide
Your whole Denmark Tourist Visa,
handled for one honest price.
A strong Denmark file clearly explains your travel purpose, funds, and ties to India. We structure and submit everything properly — so your case is presented clearly and professionally.
All-in · 18% GST included · no hidden charges
File-ready in 3–5 working days after documents
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Everything below — included, nothing extra
- Document checklist
- Application form guidance
- Document review
- Cover letter
- Purpose of travel structure
- Financial proof review
- Sponsor document guidance
- Submission & appointment support
- Post-submission guidance
Not sure you qualify? Start with a refundable ₹499 possibility report — an honest Yes / Maybe / No, credited to this fee. Read the full guide
Price is for our consultancy service only and includes 18% GST. No agency can guarantee a visa — the final decision rests with the visa authority.
Your fee, justified
₹12,999 fee — what exactly is included?
Our professional fee isn't just form-filling. It covers complete Denmark visitor visa preparation, document & refusal-risk review, financial-proof structuring, submission support and post-filing guidance. Tap any item to see what's inside.
Before we prepare your Denmark visitor visa file, we understand your complete profile — every applicant is different, so no two files are built the same way.
- Purpose of travel
- Employment or business background
- Monthly income & savings
- Funds available for the trip
- Family ties in India
- Property / assets, if any
- Previous travel history
- Relatives, friends or a sponsor in Denmark, if any
- Previous visa refusals, if any
- Planned trip duration
- Who is paying for the trip
- Whether the trip is realistic for your profile
A visitor visa isn't approved just because documents are attached — the purpose, funds, travel plan and return ties all have to support each other.
We don't hand everyone the same checklist. After understanding your profile, we build one for your exact case type:
- Salaried
- Business owner
- Self-employed
- Farmer / agriculture income
- Student or minor
- Retired parent
- Housewife / dependent
- Family visit
- Tourist visit
- Business visitor
- Previous refusal
- Sponsor-supported
- First-time traveller
This avoids missing key documents — and avoids piling on documents that aren't explained properly.
We review your documents before preparing and submitting, checking they're complete, readable, consistent and well-arranged:
- Passport & photographs
- Bank statements
- Salary slips
- ITR / Form 16
- Employment & leave-approval letters
- Business / GST / registration proof
- Income proof
- Property documents, if any
- Family & marriage documents, if applicable
- Invitation & sponsor documents, if applicable
- Previous refusal letter, if any
- Travel history, itinerary & stay proof
Funds are one of the most common refusal triggers. A high balance alone isn't enough if the money doesn't look genuine, stable, and tied to your income. We check:
- Whether the balance is reasonable for the trip
- Average balance vs trip cost
- Sudden large deposits that need explaining
- Salary / business income vs bank statement
- ITR vs income profile
- Whether you can afford the trip without leaning entirely on a sponsor
- Whether sponsor support is properly explained
- Whether funds look genuine and traceable
We help structure the financial side professionally so it reads as genuine, not borrowed for the application.
We help present a clear, realistic purpose — tourism, a holiday, a family/relative visit, an event, a business meeting, or parents visiting children — and make sure it lines up with your dates, funds, itinerary and documents.
A weak or vague purpose makes a file look doubtful. We keep it clear, simple and professional.
We prepare or structure the main explanation letter — a professional summary that makes your case easy for the officer to understand. It covers:
- Who you are and why you want to visit
- How long you'll stay and where
- Who is paying for the trip
- What you do in India
- Which financial documents are attached
- Your family ties in India
- Why you'll return after the visit
- If previously refused — what has changed since
This is not a guarantee letter — it's a clear, professional explanation of your case.
The officer must be satisfied you'll leave Denmark after your authorized stay. We identify and present your reasons to return:
- Job continuity or business ownership
- Regular income source
- Spouse / children / parents in India
- Dependents and family responsibilities
- Property or assets in India
- Education or business commitments
- Previous travel compliance, if any
If someone in Denmark is inviting you, we guide the sponsor-side documents:
- Invitation letter
- Sponsor status proof (passport / PR / citizenship)
- Sponsor employment & income proof
- Sponsor bank statement, if needed
- Relationship & communication proof
- Who bears expenses & stay arrangement
A sponsor supports the case but never guarantees approval — your own purpose, funds and ties must still be strong. We also flag if a file is leaning too heavily on the sponsor.
We guide or assist with the application form and details (online portal or the VFS/embassy form, depending on Denmark), and check consistency between the form and your documents:
- Personal, passport & travel-history details
- Employment & education history
- Family information
- Purpose of visit & funding details
- Sponsor information, if applicable
- Previous-refusal declarations
- Background questions
- Correct document categories
Wrong, incomplete or inconsistent information can hurt this application — and future ones too.
How a file is lodged depends on the country — some are fully online, while others (most Schengen states) need you to complete the form first, then book a VFS appointment and submit a physical file in person. We guide the exact Denmark process:
- Completing the application form first, where required, to unlock the appointment
- Booking the VFS / embassy appointment
- Arranging documents in the right order — for upload or the VFS counter
- Guiding the visa-fee payment
- Final review before submission or your VFS visit
- What to carry to the appointment (originals, photos, forms)
- Submitting / lodging and saving the confirmation
- What happens after submission
After submission, if biometrics are required, we guide you through:
- Biometrics Instruction Letter
- VFS appointment booking
- Documents to carry
- What to expect at the VFS centre
- How biometrics update in your application
- What to do once biometrics are done
Biometrics fee is separate, paid to the authority / VFS as applicable.
Our support doesn't stop at submission. We stay connected and guide you on:
- How to check application updates
- What official messages mean
- What to do if more documents are requested
- What to do after a Passport Request
- VFS passport submission & courier return
- Decision-update explanation
- Next steps after approval
- Basic guidance if refused
What's not included (paid direct, at actual cost)
- Government / embassy visa fee
- Biometrics fee
- VFS service charges
- VFS courier & SMS charges
- VFS premium-lounge charges
- Travel insurance
- Flight tickets
- Hotel bookings
- Translation charges
- Notary / attestation
- Medical exam, if ever required
- Any other third-party charges
No agency can guarantee a visa — the final decision is always the visa officer's. Our role is to prepare, review, structure and present your file professionally from the documents and profile you provide.
Good to know before you apply
Rules that apply to every Denmark visa type — worth a quick read so nothing trips up your file.
- 1Apply at least 15 days before travel — up to 6 months ahead is accepted. You may be called for an interview at the Embassy.
- 2Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended stay, have at least 2 blank pages, and must have been issued within the last 10 years.
- 3Handwritten or non-machine-readable Indian passports issued after 01/04/2010 are NOT accepted.
- 4Carry any old/expired passports — the Embassy wants to see all previous Schengen entry/exit stamps.
- 5Travel medical insurance covering minimum €30,000 is MANDATORY for all Schengen countries, covering the entire trip plus COVID-19 treatment and emergency medical evacuation.
- 6Bank balance: minimum DKK 350 per day (private accommodation) or DKK 500 per day (hotel). Last 3 months statement required — stamped and signed by the bank — even if you are being sponsored.
- 7Missing documents can be sent to VFS within 3 business days, in person OR via email to delambvisa@um.dk.
- 8Do NOT purchase your flight ticket until your visa is approved — only reservations are needed at application.
Who Can Apply
- Indian citizens travelling to Denmark for tourism, holidays, or sightseeing
- Visitors planning to explore multiple Schengen countries with Denmark as the main destination
- Travellers with confirmed flight + accommodation reservations
- Applicants with stable income + sufficient financial means (DKK 350–500 per day)
Not eligible under this visa:
- Anyone intending to work in Denmark (tourist visa does NOT authorise paid employment)
- Applicants planning to stay longer than 90 days — apply for a Residence Permit instead
- Those with a recent Schengen refusal not yet addressed with new documentation
Previously refused?
Same feeWe rebuild refused Denmark cases the right way.
What it costs
Government & VFS fees
Paid directly to Denmark / VFS — these are not our service fee, and we never mark them up.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult visa (Schengen Short-Stay) — Embassy fee | €90 |
| Children 6–12 years — Embassy fee | €45 |
| Children under 6 years — Embassy fee | FREE |
| VFS service charge | ₹2,052 |
| Courier (outside Delhi) | ₹432 |
Embassy fees are set in EUR by the Royal Danish Embassy — the actual INR charged at VFS varies with the daily exchange rate. VFS service and courier fees are fixed in INR. All fees payable in Cash / Card / UPI and are non-refundable regardless of visa outcome. Approximate total for an adult tourist/business visa: €90 + ₹2,484 (~₹10,584 at current exchange rates).
What to gather
Documents required
Having a document isn't the same as presenting it right — that's the part we handle.
Core Documents
5 items- Application formRequired
Filled online at applyvisa.um.dk, printed and signed
- Visa fee receiptRequired
Printed from applyvisa.um.dk after online payment
- Valid passportRequired
Valid 3 months beyond stay, 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years. Carry old passports too.
- Passport-size photographRequired
1 recent photo, 35–40mm × 45mm, white background, ≤6 months old
- Passport copiesRequired
Bio page + all previous Schengen entry/exit stamps from expired passports
Travel & Stay
4 items- Cover letterRequired
Purpose of visit, duration, accompanying persons, transport & accommodation details
- Travel medical insuranceRequired
Schengen-wide, minimum €30,000, covers accidents/illness/emergency evacuation + COVID-19, full trip duration
- Flight reservation (return)Required
Don't purchase tickets until visa is approved — reservation is enough
- Proof of accommodationRequired
Hotel booking or rental confirmation for the entire stay; if multi-Schengen also show intra-Schengen travel proof
Financials
2 items- Bank statement (last 3 months)Required
Stamped and signed by the bank. Minimum DKK 350/day (private accommodation) or DKK 500/day (hotel). Required even if sponsored.
- Income Tax ReturnsRequired
Last 2 assessment years
Status-Based Documents
5 items- Employed — payslips + employment letter + leave approval
Last 3 months payslips, employment letter confirming position, approved leave for travel dates
- Self-employed — company registration + GST certificate
Business registration certificate + GST registration proof
- Sponsored — sponsorship letter + sponsor's ID
Sponsor's passport/Aadhaar/driving licence copy and proof of relationship
- Retired — pension statements (last 3 months)
OR proof of income from property/business
- Student — school/college enrolment certificate
For Minors (Under 18)
3 items- Birth certificate photocopy
- Parental consent letter
If travelling with only one parent — consent from the other parent with ID copy. If travelling alone — consent from both parents / legal guardian + custody proof.
- Parents' passport copies
Required · optional / if applicable
The journey.
5 steps from intake to approval. Curved spine on the right shows the natural pace — never as linear as government sites pretend.
- 01
Fill form online
Go to applyvisa.um.dk → complete your application → pay the visa fee online → print the filled form AND the fee receipt.
- 02
Book a VFS appointment
Go to visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/dnk → select your nearest VFS centre → book a biometrics appointment.
- 03
Submit documents + biometrics
Attend VFS with all original documents + photocopies + printed form. Give fingerprints and facial photo (unless already provided within last 59 months).
- 04
Application sent to Embassy
VFS couriers your file to the Royal Danish Embassy, New Delhi. Processing (15 days standard) begins only when the Embassy receives it — NOT when you submit at VFS.
- 05
Decision + passport return
Decision communicated via SMS/email. Passport returned to VFS or via courier (if you opted for courier service).
What works
6 levers that flip a borderline case.
- Your Danish host should submit an ONLINE invitation at nyidanmark.dk (VU1 business / VU2 family-friends) — this is the preferred method and speeds up processing.
- Fill the application form online at applyvisa.um.dk BEFORE visiting VFS — most VFS centres have only 1 PC for on-site filling which creates long queues.
- Biometrics are valid for 59 months — if you gave them for a previous Schengen visa in the last 5 years, you may be exempt (check with VFS when booking).
- Apply 3–4 weeks before travel as a sweet spot — early enough for extended processing, not so early that itinerary / bookings become stale.
What kills cases
Top 3 refusal triggers we see.
- 1Insufficient bank balance for the duration of stay (not meeting DKK 350/500 per day rule)
- 2Weak ties to India — no family/property/job commitments making return likely
- 3Travel insurance not meeting €30,000 minimum OR not covering full trip duration
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 the official VFS Global page for Denmark
- 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
Schengen Tourist Visa Eligibility Check
Answer 10 quick questions to see your likelihood of approval. This is not a guarantee — final decision is always with the Embassy — but it flags common weak spots so you can address them before applying.
What's the primary purpose of your trip?
How long do you plan to stay?
Have you previously visited any Schengen country?
Have you ever been refused a Schengen (or any country's) visa?
Past refusals must be disclosed — they show up in VIS database across Schengen countries.
Do you have confirmed travel bookings?
Reservations are enough — don't buy tickets until visa approval.
What's your current employment status?
What's your typical 3-month bank balance?
Schengen needs ~₹700/day covered. For a 10-day trip, minimum ₹70,000 stable balance.
How many years of Income Tax Returns (ITR) can you show?
What are your strongest ties to India (return-intent)?
Embassies want evidence you'll come back — not overstay.
Who are you travelling with?
Indicative only — final decision is always with the Embassy.
Frequently asked
Questions, answered straight
Yes. A Denmark Schengen visa allows travel across all 29 Schengen countries (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Netherlands, etc.) for the validity period and stay allowance printed on the sticker.
Up to 6 months before your travel date. The recommended sweet spot is 3–4 weeks before — early enough to handle extended processing, not so early that your bookings become stale.
No — most applicants don't face an interview. However, the Royal Danish Embassy may call you for one if your application raises questions (financial background, travel history, purpose clarity). The Embassy notifies you via VFS if needed.
Absolutely not. A tourist visa does NOT authorise paid employment in Denmark. Working on a tourist visa can result in deportation and a multi-year Schengen ban. For work, apply for a Residence + Work Permit via nyidanmark.dk.
The Embassy issues a refusal letter stating the reason. You can reapply anytime with new/stronger documentation addressing the refusal reason. SureshotVisa specialises in refusal rebuilds — we decode the real reason (often different from what's written) and restructure the case for reapplication.
Minimum DKK 350 per day if staying in private accommodation, or DKK 500 per day if staying in hotels — for the full duration of your stay. E.g., a 10-day hotel stay requires ~DKK 5,000 (~₹63,000). The 3-month bank statement must show this balance consistently.
Yes. Greenland and the Faroe Islands are NOT part of the Schengen area. If you plan to visit either, you need to apply for a separate visa that explicitly mentions those territories — a standard Denmark Schengen visa does NOT cover them.
Still have a question about your case? Ask us directly — we usually reply in 5 minutes.
Before you apply
Two ways to file your Denmark visa.
One quietly burns your fee, your trip and your record. The other gets it right the first time.
Do it yourself
The risky route
- You guess which papers Denmark actually wants — one missing or wrongly-framed document triggers a refusal.
- You copy a cover letter off YouTube or Google — often the exact template embassies already flag as weak.
- You apply during a known peak-rejection window without realising it.
- Embassy & VFS fees are non-refundable — refused means your money, flights and leave are gone.
- One refusal stamp follows you for life — every future visa, anywhere, must declare it.
The gamble
One mistake = fee, flights & record gone
With SureshotVisa
Professionally guided
- A licensed consultant checks your case honestly before you spend a rupee on embassy fees.
- We build your Denmark file the way the embassy approves — documents, cover letter, financials.
- We catch the weak-ties, funding and intent issues behind most Indian refusals — and fix them first.
- We've rescued hundreds of files that were already refused once and got them approved.
- Govt of Punjab licensed (Licence 849/DC/PTA/PLA/LC-3/2024) · 1200+ approvals.
Typical result
1200+ approvals · refused files rescued
Why DIY goes wrong
How a self-filed application turns into a refusal.
- 1
You feel ready
A few YouTube videos make the process look simple.
- 2
You file it yourself
You submit a sensitive Denmark visa file on your own.
- 3
One detail misreads
A small framing slip looks like weak ties or unclear intent.
- 4
Refusal
Now every future visa, anywhere, must declare it.
Once you've been refused, you learn the hard way how much the small details mattered. We'd rather you never collect that first stamp.
Trusted by travellers & families
We've helped many travellers & families get their Denmark visa — the easy way.
From first-time Denmark visa applicants to cases that were refused elsewhere, our licensed team has guided travellers & families through Denmark's exact requirements — so the file is approved the first time, without the stress, guesswork or risk of a refusal.
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View guideDenmark Seafarers' Transit Visa
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View guideDenmark Transit Visa (Schengen Type C — Transit)
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View guideDenmark Airport Transit Visa (ATV)
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View guideDenmark 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.
View guideDenmark Long-Term Residence & Work Permit (90+ Days)
Informational guide for Indian citizens seeking long-term residence, work, or study permits in Denmark (>90 days).
View guideSource & 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.
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