Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Red Carpet BusinessVerified 2026-04-16Denmark Red Carpet Business Visa (Fast-Track)
Denmark's Red Carpet programme is a fast-track business visa channel for Indian professionals invited by pre-approved Danish companies. Documentation is simplified (the Red Carpet Cover Letter from your host replaces the standard invitation) and processing is faster than a regular business visa.
Processing
Typically faster than standard business visa — exact timeline depends on Embassy workload
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
- Indian business professionals invited by Danish companies enrolled in the Red Carpet programme
- Frequent travellers to Denmark for meetings with pre-approved corporate partners
- Executives, specialists, and vendors with established relationships with Red Carpet-member Danish firms
Not eligible under this visa:
- Applicants whose Danish host is NOT part of the Red Carpet programme — they apply via standard Business Visa route
- First-time applicants without an established Danish business relationship
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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). Red Carpet does NOT change the fee — the benefit is in speed and simpler documentation.
Documents Required
Core Documents
- !Application form + fee receipt
Filled at applyvisa.um.dk
- !Passport
Valid 3 months beyond stay, 2 blank pages, ≤10 years old
- !Passport-size photograph
1 recent photo, 35–40mm × 45mm, white background
- !Passport copies + previous Schengen entry/exit stamps
Red Carpet Specific
- !Red Carpet Cover Letter from Danish host
Signed + stamped by the Red Carpet-member company. Must mention: purpose (meetings/conferences), period of stay, full itinerary. This replaces the standard invitation letter.
Travel
- !Travel medical insurance
Schengen-wide, €30,000, covers COVID-19, full trip
- !Flight reservation (return)
Don't buy tickets until visa approved
- !Proof of accommodation
Financials & Status
- !Bank statement (3 months, stamped)
DKK 350/500 per day rule applies
- !Income Tax Returns (last 2 years)
- ○Status-based documents
Employed / Self-employed / Sponsored / Retired — same as standard business visa
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
Confirm Red Carpet membership
Verify that your Danish host company is currently enrolled in the Red Carpet programme — they'll provide a Red Carpet Cover Letter as proof.
Fill form online + pay fee
Via applyvisa.um.dk — same as standard business visa but you skip the invitation letter step.
Book VFS appointment
At any VFS centre across India.
Submit documents + biometrics
Bring the Red Carpet Cover Letter + standard documents. VFS will process on priority.
Fast-track decision
Typically faster than regular business visa channel — often 7–10 days.
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 Business Visa Eligibility Check
Answer 10 questions focused on business visa criteria. Business applications face different scrutiny — the embassy wants clear purpose, genuine business relationships, and verifiable host.
Who is inviting you to Denmark / the Schengen country?
What form will the invitation take?
How long have you had a business relationship with the Danish host?
How long is your business trip?
What's your role in your Indian company?
What's your Indian company's annual turnover?
Helps establish legitimacy of the business case.
How often do you travel internationally for business?
Have you used a Schengen visa before?
Any previous visa refusals (business or otherwise)?
Your return-to-India anchor?
Indicative only — final decision is always with the Embassy.
💡 Pro Tips
- Confirm your Danish host's Red Carpet membership status BEFORE applying — the programme membership renews annually.
- Red Carpet Cover Letter must be signed AND stamped by the member company — digital-only signatures may be questioned.
- Even with Red Carpet, financial documents remain mandatory — don't skip them assuming simplified = no financials.
- 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Danish companies are in the Red Carpet programme?+
Does Red Carpet guarantee visa approval?+
Is the fee different for Red Carpet?+
Can I get a multi-entry visa through Red Carpet?+
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Denmark Visa for Visiting Family & Friends (Schengen Type C)
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Denmark Airport Transit Visa (ATV)
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Denmark Study / Sports / Cultural Visa (Short Stay)
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Denmark Long-Term Residence & Work Permit (90+ Days)
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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.