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Russian Federation to Denmark visa requirements

Q: Does ETIAS apply to Russian travelers to Denmark?

No. ETIAS only covers visa-exempt nationalities. Russia is not on that list, so even after the Q4 2026 ETIAS launch Russians still need a full Schengen visa.

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

Up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area, subject to the dates printed on your visa.

Q: How much does the visa cost for a Russian applicant?

The standard Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 for adults (from 11 June 2026), plus a VFS service fee. The reduced EUR 35 rate for Russians no longer applies after the facilitation agreement was suspended.

Q: Can I still apply inside Russia?

Often not for tourism. Biometric enrolment and visa issuance in Russia are restricted or suspended, so many applicants must apply from a third country where they hold legal residence.

Q: Is a biometric passport required?

Yes. From 2026 Denmark no longer accepts old-style non-biometric Russian passports, so you need a biometric (chip) international passport.

A Russian ordinary passport holder needs a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Denmark for tourism. There is no visa-free, eVisa, visa-on-arrival, or ETA channel. ETIAS does not apply to Russian nationals because Russia is not a Schengen visa-exempt country. Denmark is a Schengen Area member, and Russian ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt, so a Schengen Type C short-stay visa is mandatory for tourism. The visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area. As of June 2026 the standard Schengen visa fee rose to EUR 90 for adults. Russia is NOT on the ETIAS visa-waiver list, so ETIAS will not be an option even after its Q4 2026 launch; Russians continue to require a full visa. Practical reality is harder than the rules suggest: since 2022 the EU suspended the EU-Russia Visa Facilitation Agreement (higher fee, longer processing, more documents), Denmark applies stricter scrutiny, and VFS Global in Russia has limited or suspended biometric enrolment and visa issuance for tourism. From 2026 several Schengen states including Denmark no longer accept non-biometric (old-style) Russian passports, so a biometric international passport is effectively required. Travelers should expect long waits, possible refusal, and may need to apply in a third country of legal residence. Default verdict is visa-required and conservative given the restricted environment.

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 (Type C, uniform visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double, or multiple entry (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (adult standard fee; EUR 45 for children 6-11; no facilitated EUR 35 rate for Russians)

consular fee only

Processing time

15 calendar days typical; up to 45 days if further review needed; in practice often longer for Russian applicants

standard track

Validity

Issued for the trip dates; multiple-entry visas may be valid up to 1, 2, 3, or 5 years

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm a biometric passport and a Danish/main-destination trip

Hold a biometric (machine-readable, chip) Russian international passport valid at least 3 months beyond departure with 2 blank pages; old-style non-biometric passports are no longer accepted by Denmark. Apply to Denmark only if it is your main Schengen destination.

· Biometric passport required· Denmark as main destination

/02

Complete the online application

Fill in the Schengen short-stay application form (via the Danish authorities / Apply Visa portal) and print the signed cover letter.

· Online form· Type C

/03

Gather supporting documents

Assemble travel insurance, flight and hotel bookings, proof of funds, employment/income proof and onward travel evidence per the checklist.

· Checklist· Proof of funds

/04

Book and attend a VFS Global / biometrics appointment

Pay the visa fee, book an appointment, and attend in person to submit documents and give fingerprints and a photo. Note: enrolment in Russia is restricted/suspended, so a third country of residence may be required.

· Biometrics· Appointment

/05

Pay the visa fee and service charges

Pay the EUR 90 visa fee plus the VFS service fee and any optional services.

· EUR 90· Service fee

/06

Await decision and collect passport

Wait for processing (15 days typical, up to 45+), then collect your passport with the visa or a refusal notice.

· Up to 45 days· Collect passport

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Russian Federation -> Denmark · Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, uniform visa)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredBiometric Russian international passport, valid 3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years

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

required

RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen short-stay application form with cover letter

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredOne recent passport-size biometric photo (ICAO standard)

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

required

RequiredTravel medical insurance covering EUR 30,000, valid across Schengen

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

required

RequiredRound-trip flight reservation and confirmed accommodation

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

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements) and employment/income evidence

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

required

RequiredBiometrics (fingerprints + photo) enrolment in person

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

required

RequiredVisa fee and VFS service-fee payment receipts

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

required

RecommendedDetailed travel itinerary / day plan

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

ConditionalProof of legal residence if applying from a third country

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

situational

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 for Russia European Commission - Schengen visa fee increase (KPMG GMS Flash Alert)

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 90Standard fee from 11 June 2026; no facilitated rate for Russians since the EU-Russia agreement suspension

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

VFS Global service feeapprox. EUR 30-40Per applicant; varies by centre and currency

Travel medical insuranceapprox. EUR 30-60Minimum EUR 30,000 coverage for trip duration

Total estimateEUR 150 — EUR 200incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

15 calendar days

Typical decision time with complete documentation; submit at least 15 days before travel

Extended review

Up to 45 days

When additional documents or consultation are required; common for Russian applicants

Early submission window

Up to 6 months ahead

Applications can be lodged up to 6 months before the planned trip; recommended given limited appointment availability

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Russia is not Schengen visa-exempt

Russian ordinary passport holders have no visa-free, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival access to Denmark and must obtain a Schengen Type C visa.

High

/02

ETIAS does not cover Russians

Russia is not on the ETIAS visa-waiver list, so the upcoming ETIAS (Q4 2026) is not an alternative; a full visa remains required.

High

/03

Suspended EU-Russia Visa Facilitation Agreement

Since 2022 Russians pay the full fee, face longer processing and stricter document scrutiny.

High

/04

Restricted biometric enrolment in Russia

VFS Global enrolment and visa issuance for tourism in Russia are limited or suspended, often forcing applications from a third country of residence.

Medium

/05

Old-style passports not accepted

From 2026 Denmark rejects non-biometric Russian passports, so a chip biometric passport is required.

Medium

/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 · major

Russia to Denmark route verified

Confirmed Russian ordinary passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa for Denmark; verified EUR 90 fee from 11 June 2026, 90/180 rule, ETIAS non-applicability to Russia, suspended facilitation agreement, and biometric-passport requirement.

/09 — The questions