Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Family / Friends VisitVerified 2026-04-16Denmark Visa for Visiting Family & Friends (Schengen Type C)
For Indian citizens visiting close family or friends legally residing in Denmark. Your host can submit an online VU2 invitation at nyidanmark.dk — the preferred method that significantly smooths the process.
Processing
15 calendar days from when the Embassy receives your complete application
Stay Duration
90 days in any 180-day period
Starting Fee
€90
Apply At
11 VFS centres
Special Instructions — Read Before Applying
These requirements apply to ALL Denmark visa types. Violations mean your application will be rejected — read each one carefully.
- 1Apply at least 15 days before travel — up to 6 months ahead is accepted. You may be called for an interview at the Embassy.
- 2Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended stay, have at least 2 blank pages, and must have been issued within the last 10 years.
- 3Handwritten or non-machine-readable Indian passports issued after 01/04/2010 are NOT accepted.
- 4Carry any old/expired passports — the Embassy wants to see all previous Schengen entry/exit stamps.
- 5Travel medical insurance covering minimum €30,000 is MANDATORY for all Schengen countries, covering the entire trip plus COVID-19 treatment and emergency medical evacuation.
- 6Bank balance: minimum DKK 350 per day (private accommodation) or DKK 500 per day (hotel). Last 3 months statement required — stamped and signed by the bank — even if you are being sponsored.
- 7Missing documents can be sent to VFS within 3 business days, in person OR via email to delambvisa@um.dk.
- 8Do NOT purchase your flight ticket until your visa is approved — only reservations are needed at application.
Who Can Apply
- Parents visiting children residing/working/studying in Denmark
- Siblings, spouses (where marriage is not registered in Denmark), extended family visiting Danish residents
- Indian citizens visiting close friends legally settled in Denmark
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Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult visa (Schengen Short-Stay) — Embassy fee | €90 |
| Children 6–12 years — Embassy fee | €45 |
| Children under 6 years — Embassy fee | FREE |
| VFS service charge | ₹2,052 |
| Courier (outside Delhi) | ₹432 |
Embassy fees are set in EUR by the Royal Danish Embassy — the actual INR charged at VFS varies with the daily exchange rate. VFS service and courier fees are fixed in INR. All fees payable in Cash / Card / UPI and are non-refundable regardless of visa outcome. Approximate total for an adult tourist/business visa: €90 + ₹2,484 (~₹10,584 at current exchange rates).
Documents Required
Core Documents
- !Application form + fee receipt
Online at applyvisa.um.dk
- !Passport
Valid 3 months beyond stay, 2 blank pages, ≤10 years old
- !Passport-size photograph
35–40mm × 45mm, white background
- !Passport copies + previous Schengen stamps
Invitation
- !Invitation letter from host in Denmark
STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: VU2 online invitation submitted by host at nyidanmark.dk. Must include host's full name, Danish address, relationship to applicant, period of visit, and financial arrangement.
- !Host's ID copy
Danish passport OR residence permit card (both sides)
- ○Proof of relationship
For family: marriage/birth certificates. For friends: photos/emails/correspondence history is helpful but not strictly required.
Travel
- !Cover letter
Purpose of visit, duration, relationship with host, where you'll stay
- !Schengen-wide insurance
€30,000, COVID-19 coverage, full trip
- !Flight reservation (return)
- !Proof of accommodation
Host's Danish address (from the invitation) is acceptable if staying with them
For Minors
- ○Birth certificate copy
- ○Parents' consent with ID copies
If travelling alone or with one parent
Financials
- !Bank statement (3 months, stamped)
DKK 350/day (private) or DKK 500/day (hotel). If host is covering costs, they should declare this in the invitation.
- !Income Tax Returns (last 2 years)
- ○Status-based documents
Employed / Self-employed / Retired — same as tourist visa
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
Host creates online VU2 invitation
Your family member or friend in Denmark logs into nyidanmark.dk → completes the VU2 invitation form → pays any required fee → shares the confirmation reference with you.
Apply online at applyvisa.um.dk
Fill your application, link the invitation reference, pay visa fee, print form + receipt.
Book VFS appointment
At visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/dnk.
Submit at VFS
Documents + biometrics. If you've given biometrics for Schengen in the last 59 months, you may be exempt.
Decision + passport return
~15 days from Embassy receipt.
Download Official Forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
📋 How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens VFS Switzerland page
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
Online Visa Application (applyvisa.um.dk)
Short-stay Schengen visas (tourist, business, family/friends, transit). Fill the form online, pay the fee, and print both the application form and the fee receipt before your VFS appointment.
New to Denmark — Online Portal (nyidanmark.dk)
Long-term residence + work permits AND online invitation letters (VU1 for business, VU2 for family/friends). Your Danish host uploads the invitation here — strongly recommended as it speeds up processing.
VFS Global Denmark (India)
Book your biometrics appointment, view document checklists, and track your application status here.
VFS Application Centres
Schengen Tourist Visa Eligibility Check
Answer 10 quick questions to see your likelihood of approval. This is not a guarantee — final decision is always with the Embassy — but it flags common weak spots so you can address them before applying.
What's the primary purpose of your trip?
How long do you plan to stay?
Have you previously visited any Schengen country?
Have you ever been refused a Schengen (or any country's) visa?
Past refusals must be disclosed — they show up in VIS database across Schengen countries.
Do you have confirmed travel bookings?
Reservations are enough — don't buy tickets until visa approval.
What's your current employment status?
What's your typical 3-month bank balance?
Schengen needs ~₹700/day covered. For a 10-day trip, minimum ₹70,000 stable balance.
How many years of Income Tax Returns (ITR) can you show?
What are your strongest ties to India (return-intent)?
Embassies want evidence you'll come back — not overstay.
Who are you travelling with?
Indicative only — final decision is always with the Embassy.
💡 Pro Tips
- The VU2 online invitation is transformative — it pre-validates your host's ability to hostfrom the Danish side and reduces scrutiny.
- If host is sponsoring, both the invitation AND the host's bank statements may be requested by the Embassy.
- For parents visiting adult children — include proof the child is legally resident (residence card / work permit / student permit).
- Your Danish host should submit an ONLINE invitation at nyidanmark.dk (VU1 business / VU2 family-friends) — this is the preferred method and speeds up processing.
- Fill the application form online at applyvisa.um.dk BEFORE visiting VFS — most VFS centres have only 1 PC for on-site filling which creates long queues.
- Biometrics are valid for 59 months — if you gave them for a previous Schengen visa in the last 5 years, you may be exempt (check with VFS when booking).
Common Rejection Reasons
- 1.Weak proof of relationship for 'close friends' — no correspondence history, no prior meetings documented
- 2.Host's financial capacity insufficient to cover a long stay
- 3.Applicant lacks return-intent ties to India
- 4.Inconsistent trip narrative (e.g. booked to travel alone to Schengen countries outside Denmark)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the VU2 online invitation mandatory?+
Can my host in Denmark financially sponsor my entire trip?+
Can I stay with my host instead of a hotel?+
What if my host is a friend, not a blood relative?+
Can multiple family members apply together?+
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Source & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Denmark website and Embassy of Denmark. Last verified 2026-04-16. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.