Denmark Business Visa (Schengen Business Visa)
The Denmark Business Visa is a Schengen short-stay Category C visa issued to foreign nationals travelling to Denmark for business meetings, conferences, trade fairs, or short-term business activities that do not involve formal employment with a Danish employer. As Denmark is part of the Schengen area, this visa permits a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen area, provided Denmark is the applicant’s main business destination. Denmark also operates a “Red Carpet” scheme offering simplified procedures for frequent business travellers who meet specific criteria, with shorter processing delays. As with all Denmark visa categories, the decision to approve a Business Visa application rests solely with the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the relevant Diplomatic Mission, based on the documentation submitted.
Eligibility
- Holds a valid passport or travel document with sufficient remaining validity
- Travelling to Denmark for business meetings, conferences, or trade-related activities
- Denmark is the applicant’s main destination within the Schengen area
- Not from a country exempt from the Schengen visa requirement
- Able to demonstrate sufficient funds to cover the visit
- Has a business invitation or supporting documentation from the Danish host company or organiser
Government Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Government Fee (EUR) |
| Schengen Visa (Category C) – Adults | €90 |
| Schengen Visa (Category C) – Children aged 6–12 | €45 |
| Schengen Visa (Category C) – Children under 6 | €0 (Free) |
Exchange rates fluctuate; the INR figures above are indicative only. Researchers/scientists and family members of EU/EEA nationals may be exempt from the fee under specific conditions. Information may vary depending on nationality and individual circumstances.
Denmark Visa Processing Time
Denmark processes Schengen Business Visa applications under the standard Visa Code timelines. Standard processing is typically completed within 15 calendar days of a complete application, though this can extend up to 30 days, and in individual cases requiring further scrutiny, up to 45 days. Frequent business travellers who qualify for Denmark’s Red Carpet scheme may benefit from a shorter processing period of around 3 days, with fewer supporting documents required. Processing speed generally depends on the completeness of the business invitation and supporting documents, as well as application volumes at the relevant Mission or Visa Centre.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Business Visa applications require a clear invitation, accurate travel documentation, and evidence of the business purpose of the trip. Shivansh Consultants offers eligibility assessment, documentation support, and thorough application review tailored to business travel. Our experienced visa consultants provide personalised guidance and maintain a transparent process throughout, from organising your invitation letter to compiling supporting documents. We offer end-to-end assistance for your Denmark Business Visa application, while final approval remains solely at the discretion of the Danish authorities.