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Do India passport holders need a visa to visit DK?

Q: How long can I stay on a Denmark Schengen visa?

Up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period, counted across all Schengen countries combined, not just Denmark.

Q: Does ETIAS replace the Denmark visa for Indians?

No. ETIAS (launching late 2026) applies only to visa-exempt nationalities. Indian nationals still need a full Schengen visa.

Q: How much does a Denmark Schengen visa cost?

The visa fee is EUR 90 for adults (about INR 8,100), plus a VFS Global service charge of roughly INR 1,000-1,500 and optional courier fees.

Q: How early should I apply?

You can apply up to 6 months before travel and should submit at least 4-6 weeks ahead, as peak-season processing can take up to 45 days.

Q: Is travel insurance mandatory?

Yes. You must hold travel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage valid across the entire Schengen Area for the duration of your stay.

Indian ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Denmark for tourism. Apply in advance through VFS Global; visa-free entry and ETIAS are not available to Indian nationals. Denmark is part of the Schengen Area, and India is not on the EU visa-exempt list. An Indian citizen with an ordinary passport must obtain a Schengen Type C short-stay visa before traveling for tourism. The visa permits a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. Applications are lodged through VFS Global centers in India (Denmark does not accept walk-in embassy submissions for short stays), with the standard adult visa fee of EUR 90 plus a VFS service charge. Processing normally takes about 15 calendar days but can extend to 45 days during peak season, so applying 4-6 weeks ahead is strongly advised. Travel medical insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage is mandatory. ETIAS does NOT replace this requirement: ETIAS applies only to visa-exempt nationalities, so when it launches in late 2026 Indian nationals will still need a full Schengen visa.

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.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen Type C short-stay visa

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double, or multiple entry

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (approx. INR 8,100) + VFS service charge

consular fee only

Processing time

~15 calendar days (up to 45 in peak season)

standard track

Validity

Issued for the requested travel dates; multiple-entry up to 5 years

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm visa type and Denmark as main destination

Apply at the Danish mission only if Denmark is your sole or main Schengen destination (longest stay), otherwise apply to the country where you spend the most days. Choose Type C tourist visa.

· Schengen rule· Tourism

/02

Book a VFS Global appointment

Create an application on the VFS Global Denmark India portal, fill the Schengen application form, and book an appointment at the nearest VFS center (Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, etc.).

· VFS Global· Appointment

/03

Assemble supporting documents

Gather passport, photos, flight and hotel bookings, travel insurance, bank statements, employment proof, and a cover letter explaining the trip.

· Documents

/04

Attend the appointment and give biometrics

Submit documents in person, pay the visa fee and VFS charges, and provide fingerprints and a photo (biometrics, unless on file from the last 59 months).

· Biometrics· In person

/05

Wait for processing

Track the application online. Standard processing is about 15 calendar days; allow up to 45 days in peak periods (March-September).

· Processing· Tracking

/06

Collect passport and verify the visa

Collect the passport from VFS or by courier, then check the visa sticker for validity dates, number of entries, and allowed days.

· Collection· Verify

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

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

required

Completed and signed Schengen visa application form

required

Two recent biometric photos (Schengen specification)

required

Travel medical insurance, min. EUR 30,000 coverage across Schengen

required

Confirmed round-trip flight reservation

required

Hotel bookings or accommodation proof for the full stay

required

Bank statements for last 3-6 months proving sufficient funds

required

Employment proof / leave letter or business registration

recommended

Cover letter and day-by-day travel itinerary

recommended

Visa fee plus VFS service and optional courier charges

required

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Approx. INR 8,100; payable in INR equivalent at submission

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

VFS Global service charge~INR 1,000-1,500Per applicant, non-refundable even if visa is denied

Courier / optional services~INR 400-700Passport return by courier outside major cities; optional add-ons extra

Total estimateEUR 90 (~INR 9,100 incl. VFS) — EUR 90 + INR 2,200 (~INR 10,300 incl. services)incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

~15 calendar days

Normal turnaround once the application is received by the embassy.

Peak-season processing

Up to 45 days

March-September and holiday periods; apply 4-6 weeks early to be safe.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

India is not visa-exempt for the Schengen Area

Indian ordinary passport holders are not on the EU visa-free list, so a Schengen visa must be obtained before travel.

High

/02

Tourism and family/friend visits

Short leisure trips and visiting relatives are the most common reasons Indians apply for a Denmark Schengen visa.

High

/03

Business meetings and conferences

Short business visits also use the Type C visa with an invitation letter from the Danish host.

Medium

/04

Transit combined with onward Schengen travel

Many trips include Denmark as one stop in a multi-country Schengen itinerary.

Medium

/05

ETIAS misconception

Some travelers wrongly assume ETIAS will let them skip the visa; it does not apply to visa-required nationals like Indians.

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

India to Denmark route verified

Confirmed via the Royal Danish Embassy (India) and VFS Global that Indian ordinary passport holders still require a Schengen Type C visa (EUR 90, ~15 days). Verified ETIAS does not apply to visa-required Indian nationals when it launches in late 2026.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Indian citizens visit Denmark without a visa?—

No. Denmark is in the Schengen Area and India is not visa-exempt, so an ordinary passport holder must obtain a Schengen Type C short-stay visa before traveling.

How long can I stay on a Denmark Schengen visa?+

Does ETIAS replace the Denmark visa for Indians?+

How much does a Denmark Schengen visa cost?+

How early should I apply?+

Is travel insurance mandatory?+

/11 — Passport tools