Denmark Schengen Visa from India in 2026: ApplyVisa, VFS, Fees and Docs
By Ananya Singh (Ananya Singh writes step-by-step first-international-trip guides for Indians — passport rules, visa cascade timing, immigration walkthroughs, and the unglamorous logistics that separate a smooth trip from a stranded one.) · Published · Last updated · 11 min read
Denmark Schengen C-visa for Indians in 2026 — Denmark's quirk is the applyvisa.um.dk online form and fee payment you complete BEFORE the VFS appointment. €90 fee, €30,000 insurance, 15-day target, and the full documents list.
Quick answer
Yes — Indians need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa for Denmark. Denmark's twist: you first complete the online application and pay the fee on the official Danish portal applyvisa.um.dk, then book a VFS Global appointment to submit documents and biometrics. As of June 2026 the fee is €90 for adults (≈ ₹9,900 in INR) plus a VFS service charge of roughly ₹1,360, and you need €30,000 travel insurance. The decision target is 15 calendar days from receipt at the embassy (3–5 weeks in peak summer). Apply about 6 weeks ahead and verify the current fee on the official Danish/VFS pages.
Denmark's online-first process (the key difference)
Most Schengen countries let you fill the form on the VFS portal. Denmark is different: the Danish Immigration Service wants you to complete the visa application and pay the fee online at applyvisa.um.dk before you turn up at VFS. Doing this speeds up your submission and is strongly recommended — VFS centres keep only one shared PC for applicants who forgot, and you don't want to queue for it.
The flow is: (1) create your case and fill the form on applyvisa.um.dk; (2) pay the visa fee online; (3) print the application and the receipt; (4) book and attend the VFS appointment with your documents and biometrics. After biometrics, VFS forwards everything to the Danish embassy/representation handling Indian files for the decision. Review the country basics on our Denmark visa page, and if Denmark is one stop of a wider Nordic trip, confirm it's your main destination using which Schengen country to apply through.
Step 1 — Apply and pay online at applyvisa.um.dk
Go to applyvisa.um.dk, create a case, and choose the visa purpose (tourist/visit, business, etc.). Fill the form carefully — name exactly as on passport, passport details, trip dates, accommodation, and your host or hotel. Then pay the visa fee online; Indian Visa/Mastercard cards, UPI and net banking are accepted on the VFS payment side when you book, but the case fee itself is settled through the Danish portal. Save and print the completed application and the payment receipt — you must carry both to VFS.
Only after the online case and payment are done should you book the VFS appointment. Lodging the online form first is what makes the in-centre visit quick.
Step 2 — Book and attend the VFS Global appointment
Book your slot on visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/dnk. VFS runs Denmark intake across many Indian cities — New Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kochi, Goa and more. At the appointment you submit your printed application, documents, and give biometrics (10 fingerprints + photo). You pay the VFS service charge of around ₹1,360 here if not already collected.
You can apply at any centre, but the decision clock starts when the file reaches the Danish embassy/representation, so submitting closer to Delhi can shave a day or two off transit. Walk-ins aren't accepted — you need the confirmed slot.
Step 3 — Documents checklist for a Denmark tourist visa
- Passport — valid at least 3 months beyond return, issued within 10 years, 2 blank pages.
- Printed online application from applyvisa.um.dk + fee receipt.
- Two recent passport photos — 35×45 mm, white background, Schengen spec.
- Travel medical insurance — minimum €30,000 covering the whole Schengen trip including evacuation and repatriation.
- Proof of funds — 6 months' bank statements (stamped), 2 years' ITRs, salary slips.
- Round-trip flight reservation and accommodation for the full stay (hotel bookings or a host's invitation/Danish reference person).
- Cover letter + itinerary and employer leave letter (or business proof).
Denmark, like its Nordic neighbours, expects clean financials and a coherent plan; vague itineraries and unexplained deposits weaken a file.
Step 4 — Fees in Indian rupees (June 2026)
| Item | Amount (June 2026) |
|---|---|
| Schengen visa fee — adult (12+) | €90 (≈ ₹9,900, billed in INR) |
| Schengen visa fee — child 6–11 | €45 (≈ ₹4,900) |
| Child under 6 | Free |
| VFS service charge | ≈ ₹1,360 |
A single adult pays roughly ₹11,000–₹11,300 before optional services (courier, premium lounge, SMS). The €90 fee converts to INR at the representation's rate, so the rupee figure moves. All fees are non-refundable, even if the visa is refused. Confirm the live amounts on applyvisa.um.dk and the VFS Denmark fees page before paying.
Step 5 — Processing time and getting to Denmark
The decision target is 15 calendar days from when the embassy/representation receives your file (submission time at VFS is on top). In the June–August peak, decisions can take 3–5 weeks, and any file referred for extra checks longer. Apply about 6 weeks before travel and never buy non-refundable tickets before approval.
India–Denmark is one-stop in 2026, via the Gulf (Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad), Istanbul (Turkish Airlines) or European hubs (Lufthansa, KLM, Finnair) into Copenhagen (CPH) — Scandinavia's biggest hub, ideal for pairing with Sweden over the Öresund Bridge. Plan the city in our Copenhagen destination guide and compare live one-stop fares on the Delhi to Copenhagen and Mumbai to Copenhagen routes in the FlightGPT chat at flightgpt.in.
Common mistakes Indian applicants make for Denmark
- Skipping the applyvisa.um.dk step — turning up at VFS without the online application and paid fee slows everything and may mean queueing for the single shared PC.
- Applying through Denmark when it isn't the main destination — if Sweden or Germany has more nights, apply there.
- Insurance under €30,000 or not covering all travel days.
- Underestimating peak timing — June–August can run 3–5 weeks; apply ~6 weeks ahead.
- Date mismatches across flights, hotels and itinerary.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Denmark?
Yes. Indian passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa for Denmark for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Denmark's process starts with an online application and fee payment at applyvisa.um.dk, followed by a VFS Global appointment for documents and biometrics.
Why do I apply online at applyvisa.um.dk before VFS for Denmark?
Denmark's immigration service requires (and recommends) completing the visa form and paying the fee online at applyvisa.um.dk before the VFS appointment, to speed up submission. VFS keeps only one shared PC for applicants who forgot, so doing it in advance avoids queues.
How much does a Denmark Schengen visa cost from India in 2026?
The visa fee is €90 for adults (about ₹9,900, billed in INR) and €45 for children 6–11; under-6s free. Add a VFS service charge of roughly ₹1,360, so an adult pays about ₹11,000–₹11,300. All fees are non-refundable. Verify on applyvisa.um.dk and the VFS Denmark page.
How long does a Denmark visa take to process?
The target is 15 calendar days from when the embassy receives your file (VFS submission time is extra). During the June–August peak it can take 3–5 weeks, and longer if your file is referred for extra checks. Apply about 6 weeks before travel.
Do I need biometrics for a Denmark visa?
Yes — 10 fingerprints and a photo are taken at the VFS centre, unless you gave Schengen biometrics in the last 59 months and they're still in the VIS database. First-time Schengen applicants must appear in person.
Is there a direct flight from India to Copenhagen?
No non-stop service operates in 2026. Indians connect one-stop via Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Istanbul, Frankfurt, Amsterdam or Helsinki into Copenhagen (CPH). Compare live one-stop fares for Delhi–Copenhagen and Mumbai–Copenhagen in the FlightGPT chat.