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China to Denmark visa requirements

Q: Does ETIAS apply to Chinese travelers going to Denmark?

No. ETIAS (launching late 2026) only applies to visa-exempt nationalities. Chinese nationals continue to use the traditional Schengen visa process.

Q: How long can I stay in Denmark on this visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across the entire Schengen Area, not just Denmark.

Q: How much does the Denmark Schengen visa cost?

EUR 90 for adults (about CNY 700), plus a VFS Global service fee. Children aged 6-11 pay EUR 45; under-6s are free.

Q: Where do I apply in China?

At a Danish Visa Application Centre run by VFS Global in cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and others. You must attend in person for biometrics.

Q: How long does processing take?

Usually up to 15 calendar days from submission of biometrics and documents, but it can extend to 45 days if extra examination is needed. Apply well in advance.

Chinese ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Category C) visa to visit Denmark for tourism. There is no visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or eVisa option, and ETIAS does not apply to Chinese nationals. Denmark is part of the Schengen Area, and Chinese ordinary passport holders are not on the EU visa-exempt list. To visit Denmark for tourism, you must obtain a Schengen Category C short-stay visa before travel, applied for through a Danish Visa Application Centre (run by VFS Global) in China. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. The application is registered online via ApplyVisa, the EUR 90 fee is paid, and documents plus biometrics (fingerprints and a photo) are submitted in person at a VFS centre in cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. Standard processing is up to 15 calendar days but can extend to 45 days. Important: ETIAS (launching late 2026) does NOT apply to Chinese nationals — visa-required travelers continue using the traditional Schengen visa process. Required documents include a valid passport (issued within 10 years, valid 3 months beyond departure, 2 blank pages), Schengen-compliant travel insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage), confirmed flights and accommodation, and proof of funds.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen short-stay visa (Category C)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double, or multiple (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (approx. CNY 700)

consular fee only

Processing time

Up to 15 calendar days (may extend to 45)

standard track

Validity

Per visa sticker; up to 5 years for multiple-entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Create an application on the Danish ApplyVisa portal (applyvisa.um.dk) and fill in the Schengen short-stay visa form for tourism.

· Online· ApplyVisa portal

/02

Pay the visa fee

Pay the EUR 90 visa fee online, then print and sign the cover letter generated by the portal.

· EUR 90· Print cover letter

/03

Book a VFS appointment

Schedule an in-person appointment at the nearest Danish Visa Application Centre run by VFS Global (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and other cities).

· VFS Global· 15 cities

/04

Prepare supporting documents

Gather passport, photos, travel insurance (min EUR 30,000), round-trip flight reservation, hotel bookings, proof of funds, and employment/financial documents.

· Insurance EUR 30,000· Itinerary + funds

/05

Submit documents and biometrics in person

Attend the appointment to submit your file and provide fingerprints and a digital photo (biometrics valid 59 months; under-12s exempt from fingerprints).

· In person· Biometrics

/06

Collect passport and travel

Wait for the decision (up to 15 calendar days), collect your passport, and verify the visa sticker details before traveling.

· Up to 15 days· Check sticker

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

China -> Denmark · Schengen short-stay visa (Category C)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid 3 months beyond departure, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted Schengen visa application form (via ApplyVisa)

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredTwo recent biometric passport photos

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredTravel medical insurance covering min EUR 30,000 across Schengen

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRound-trip flight reservation / itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredConfirmed hotel bookings or accommodation proof

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements, last 3-6 months)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedEmployment letter / proof of ties to China

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedCover letter explaining trip purpose and itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredVisa fee paid (EUR 90) plus VFS service fee

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesDanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs (um.dk) - How to apply for a visa VFS Global - Denmark Visa Information (China)EU Official - ETIAS: Who should apply

Application link included: Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs (um.dk) - How to apply for a visa

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Approx. CNY 700; paid online during application

Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Children under 6 are free

VFS Global service feeapprox. CNY 230-260Charged per applicant by the Visa Application Centre

Travel medical insuranceapprox. CNY 200-500Min EUR 30,000 coverage; cost varies by trip length

Total estimateEUR 90 + service/insurance (approx. CNY 1,100) — approx. CNY 1,500+incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

Up to 15 calendar days

Normal decision time once biometrics and documents are submitted; excludes transport time to the embassy.

Extended processing

Up to 45 calendar days

Applies when additional case examination or documents are required.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Denmark is in the Schengen Area

Denmark applies the common Schengen short-stay visa policy and the 90/180-day rule.

High

/02

China is not on the EU visa-exempt list

Chinese ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before travel; no visa-free entry exists.

High

/03

ETIAS does not apply to Chinese nationals

ETIAS (late 2026) covers visa-exempt nationalities only; China continues with the Schengen visa process.

Medium

/04

Biometrics required for new applicants

Fingerprints and a photo must be given in person unless provided within the last 59 months.

Medium

/05

Tourism is a valid short-stay purpose

Category C visas are issued for tourism, visiting family, and short business trips.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

China to Denmark route verified

Confirmed via the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and VFS Global that Chinese ordinary passport holders still require a Schengen Category C visa (EUR 90, up to 15 days processing) and that ETIAS does not apply to Chinese nationals.

/09 — The questions