Denmark Schengen Visa from Turkey

For travelers from Turkey intending to visit Denmark for short stays or business, applying for a visa through designated centers is essential. The available visa types include 'Short Stay Others' and 'Short Stay - Business Visit'. Ensure all documentation is complete to facilitate the application process.

4 visa centres·2 visa types·Starts at ₺1000·Processed by VFS

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Appointment wait times

Median days from booking until appointment — based on real appointments observed by xVisa

< 20 days20–30> 30

Visa centre	Short Stay - Business Visit / Kisa Donem - Is Seyahati SSB	Short Stay Others / Diger Kisa Donem STO
Istanbul Beyoglu Denmark Visa Application Centre Istanbul Beyoglu
Ankara Denmark Visa Application Centre Ankara
Izmir Denmark Visa Application Centre Izmir
Gaziantep Denmark Visa Application Center - Gaziantep

Denmark visa centres in Turkey

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Document checklist

A total of 63 documents may be required for your visa application to Denmark. This includes standard documents such as a valid passport, proof of accommodation, travel insurance, and financial means. Additional documentation may be necessary based on the purpose of your visit, so check the specific requirements for your visa type.

Proof of accompanying or joining EU/EEA/Swiss national
Required
Document proving the applicant is accompanying or joining the EU/EEA/Swiss national, such as a common travel reservation, EPC, or sworn statement.
Application form
Required
Duly completed and signed visa application form
ApplyVisa signed cover letter
Required
Signed cover letter generated from Denmark's online visa application system, printed in color including the visa fee payment confirmation page. Official portal: https://applyvisa.um.dk
ApplyVisa cover sheet
Required
Signed and dated cover sheet printed from ApplyVisa.um.dk after completing the visa application form and reserving the visa fee.
Bank statements (3 months)
Required
Personal bank statements showing income and funds
Complete extract of the civil registry or family book
Required
Complete extract of the civil registry or family book showing parents, siblings, spouse, and children; if possible including a QR code for verification.
Signed cover letter from ApplyVisa.um.dk
Required
Signed and dated cover sheet or cover letter generated from ApplyVisa.um.dk after completing the visa application form and fee payment.
Invitation letter from Danish reference
Required
Signed and dated invitation letter from the Danish reference, issued within the last 6 months, stating the purpose and duration of the visit and identifying the entity covering the costs of the stay. The checklist notes an option to use the VU1 business invitation from nyidanmark.dk.
Signed visa application cover letter
Required
Printed, signed, and dated cover letter generated from ApplyVisa.um.dk after completing the online Danish visa application form.
Country entry and exit record
Required
Official document stating entries to and exits from the country for the last 5 years (Yurda giriş çıkış belgesi).
Turkey entry-exit record
Required
Entry-exit document from E-Devlet or police station (Yurda Giriş/Çıkış Belgesi).
Copy of EU/EEA national's passport or national identity card
Required
Copy of the EU/EEA national's passport or national identity card proving the identity of the EU/EEA citizen whom the applicant is accompanying or joining.
Event or conference invitation
Required
Invitation from the organiser of the event, contract concluded by the cultural service provider, or invitation to creative work, containing purpose and length of stay, cooperation details, cost coverage information, and signer details. The checklist also mentions an optional VU3 invitation from https://www.nyidanmark.dk.
Proof of family relationship with EU/EEA/Swiss citizen
Required
Official document proving the applicant's family relationship with the EU, EEA or Swiss citizen, such as a birth certificate, marriage certificate, registered partnership certificate, or other official relationship document.
Return or onward travel booking
Required
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
Medical certificate from local doctor or hospital
Required
Medical certificate issued by a local doctor or hospital confirming the applicant's medical condition and need for treatment.
Medical institution acceptance letter
Required
Official document from the receiving medical institution confirming it can perform the specific medical treatment, that the patient will be accepted, and stating the cost of treatment.
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Passport-style photograph
Required
1 recent (≤6 months) passport-style photo, full front, white background
Passport photos (standardized)
Required
Standardized passport photographs required for a short-stay visa application (as specified in the checklist).
Personal bank statement for past 3 months
Required
Personal bank statement showing account balance for the past 3 months, stamped and signed by the bank.
Proof of accommodation
Required
Document proving accommodation arrangements or sufficient means to cover accommodation costs for the stay, such as a booking confirmation showing all guests' full names.
Red Carpet cover letter
Required
Red Carpet cover letter signed by an authorised representative listed in the accreditation agreement.
Certificate from sending sports club or federation
Required
Certificate issued by the sending sports club or sports federation confirming the applicant's participation or representation in the sport event.
Sports participation invitation or accreditation
Required
Invitation from the sports club or sports federation, or accreditation confirming participation in the sports event, including event level, purpose and duration of stay, cooperation details, cost coverage, and signer details.
Travel medical insurance
Required
Insurance covering all Schengen states for EUR 30,000 minimum
Travel Medical Insurance
Required
Travel medical insurance must cover the full intended stay, be valid in all Schengen States, and include at least EUR 30,000 for medical emergencies, hospital treatment, repatriation, or death. Insurance information: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/gbr/en/ltu/travel-insurance
Visa application form
Required
Completed visa application form for a Switzerland Schengen visa. Form: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/switzerland/turkey/english/pdf/visumantrag-schen-en-de.pdf
Chamber of commerce registration
Required in some cases
Company registration in the chamber of commerce and copy of the trade register bulletin.
👔Self Employed
Company activity certificate
Required in some cases
Company activity certificate (Faaliyet Belgesi).
👔Self Employed
Company bank statement for past 3 months
Required in some cases
Company bank statement showing account balance for the past 3 months, stamped and signed by the bank.
👔Self Employed
Company bank statements
Required in some cases
Recent company bank account statements covering at least the last 6 months.
👔Self Employed
Company chamber of commerce registration
Required in some cases
Company registration in the chamber of commerce and a copy of the bulletin of the trade register.
👔Self Employed
Employment Letter
Required in some cases
If employed, provide a recent original signed headed employer letter addressed to the Mission and confirming your employment.
👔Employed
Farmer certificate
Required in some cases
Farmer certificate issued by a chamber of agriculture.
👔Self Employed
Hotel Reservation
Required in some cases
Provide confirmed accommodation booking showing the applicant's name, travel dates, and accommodation address details.
🏠Hotel
Proof of prepayment of medical treatment
Required in some cases
Proof that the medical treatment has been prepaid (e.g., receipt, invoice marked paid, payment confirmation), as requested in the Netherlands medical treatment visa checklist.
Parental consent documents for minors
Required in some cases
For minors travelling alone/with one parent: parental consent, certified copies of parents’ passports, British school certificate.
👶Travelling with children
Payslips (3 months)
Required in some cases
Last three payslips, original plus photocopies
👔Employed
Proof of pension
Required in some cases
Proof of pension, either through a bank account record or pension booklet.
👔Retired
Copies of visas and stamps in previous passports
Required in some cases
Photocopies of visas and entry/exit stamps contained in the applicant's previous passport(s), if available.
Copies of previous Schengen visas
Required in some cases
Photocopies of previous Schengen visas endorsed in an old passport and/or issued in the last 3 years.
SGK statement of employment entry
Required in some cases
SGK statement of employment (Sigortali ise Giris Bildirgesi) with a readable QR code.
👔Employed
SGK statement of employment
Required in some cases
SGK social security statement of employment (Sigortalı İşe Giriş Bildirgesi).
👔Employed
SGK registration and service record
Required in some cases
SGK registration and service document (SGK tescil ve hizmet dökümü) with a readable QR code.
👔Employed
Notarized proof of sole custody
Required in some cases
Proof of sole custody of the parents or legal guardian approved by a public notary.
👶Travelling with children
Student certificate
Required in some cases
Student certificate issued by the Council of Higher Education in Turkey (YÖK) with a readable QR code.
👔Student
Statement of tax payments
Required in some cases
Statement proving payment of taxes by the company.
👔Self Employed
Trade register bulletin copy
Required in some cases
Copy of the trade register bulletin of the applicant's company.
👔Self Employed
Proof of residence in Turkey
Required in some cases
Proof of residence in Turkey valid at least three months beyond the intended departure date from the Member States.
Medical referral correspondence
Optional
Correspondence between the sending medical doctor and the receiving hospital relating to the planned medical treatment.
Copies of visas and stamps in previous passports
Optional
Copies of visas and entry/exit stamps contained in previous passports, if available.

Booking your Denmark appointment

To apply for your visa, appointments can be made at the Denmark Visa Application Centres located in Istanbul Beyoglu, Ankara, Izmir, and Gaziantep. Schedule your appointment well in advance to avoid any last-minute issues. Ensure you arrive with all necessary documents and arrive on time, as late arrivals may lead to rescheduling.