Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

15-45 days

Application Fee

90 EUR

Stay Duration

3 months

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

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

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Proof of purpose of visit

Sufficient funds

Intent to return to home country

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

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

Complete online application

Pay fee

Submit documents at embassy/VFS

Biometrics collection

Application Forms

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