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Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Denmark

Denmark•Europe

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Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

2 weeks – 2 months

Estimated Cost

€90 EUR

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

3 months

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

Short-stay visa for tourism, business, or cultural events for up to 90 days.

The Schengen Type C visa allows for short-term stays in Denmark and the wider Schengen area for tourism, business, or cultural purposes. It is limited to 90 days within any 180-day period and does not grant work authorization. Applicants must demonstrate sufficient financial means and a clear intent to return to their home country.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 months

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Proof of purpose of visit

Sufficient funds

Intent to return to home country

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Savings

350 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Travel insurance

Proof of accommodation

Return flight booking

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Access to Schengen area
Fast processing

Worth Knowing

Strict 90/180 day rule
No work rights
Insufficient funds
Risk of illegal immigration
Incomplete documentation

Application Process

1

Complete online application

2

Pay fee

3

Submit documents at embassy/VFS

4

Biometrics collection

Application Forms

Go to application portal

New to Denmark Visa Portal

Verified Claims (5)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026

Forms · 0 · name

ApplyVisa (Online Schengen Visa Application)

Forms · 0 · url

https://applyvisa.um.dk/NVP.App/frontpage

Application Portal

https://applyvisa.um.dk/NVP.App/frontpage

Official Info

https://nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Short-stay-visa

Max Total Years

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