Denmark Schengen Visa from United Kingdom

Traveling from the United Kingdom to Denmark requires a Schengen visa for various purposes such as tourism, business, or family visits. The Denmark Visa Application Centers are located in London, Manchester, and Edinburgh, allowing applicants to choose a convenient location for processing their visa applications. It's essential to gather all required documents before scheduling an appointment to ensure a smooth application process.

3 visa centres·3 visa types·Starts at £35·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	Tourism TVC	Business BUS	EU, EEA and Swiss family including minors EUEEA
London Denmark Visa application center - London
Manchester Denmark Visa application center-Manchester
Edinburgh Denmark Visa application center - Edinburgh

Denmark visa centres in United Kingdom

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Document checklist

To apply for a visa to Denmark, you will need to prepare specific documents based on the visa type. Common requirements include a completed application form, valid passport, recent photographs, travel insurance, and proof of accommodation. For business or family visits, additional documents may be required, such as an invitation letter or proof of relationship. Ensure you check the complete list of required documents for your visa category before proceeding.

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
Bank statements (3 months)
Required
Personal bank statements showing income and funds
Return or onward travel booking
Required
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
Hotel Reservation
Required
Provide confirmed accommodation booking showing the applicant's name, travel dates, and accommodation address details.
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Full copy of passport pages
Required
Photocopies of all passport pages with stamps and visas and the last page with personal information.
Travel medical insurance
Required
Insurance covering all Schengen states for EUR 30,000 minimum
UK residence permit (or UK immigration status share code)
Required
Valid UK residence permit card showing the applicant’s right to reside in the UK; if no card is available or the digital permit is valid longer than the card, a UK Home Office immigration status share code printout is acceptable. Share code page: https://www.gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status
Full birth certificate
Required in some cases
Unabridged/full birth certificate showing both biological parents' names. If not in English or German, a certified translation in the UK is also required.
👶Travelling with children
Custody order or power of attorney
Required in some cases
Power of attorney or court order mentioning custody, required when one parent is not present for a minor applicant.
👶Travelling with children
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
EU/EEA citizen passport
Required in some cases
Original passport of the EU/EEA citizen family member, submitted to prove the family member's identity.
UK residence card based on EU/EEA family member
Required in some cases
Original UK residence card issued on the basis of being a family member of an EU/EEA citizen; if not clear, a Home Office letter should also be provided.
Proof of joint travel with EU/EEA or Swiss family member
Required in some cases
Confirmed return travel tickets showing both the applicant's name and the EEA/EU or Swiss national family member's name, with travel dates to and from the Schengen Area.
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
Parent UK immigration status proof
Required in some cases
Proof of UK immigration status for a parent of a minor applicant.
👶Travelling with children
Copy of passport personal details page
Required in some cases
Copy of the passport page or pages containing the holder's personal details.
🤝Self🏠Hotel
Passport or certified passport copy
Required in some cases
Original passport or certified copy of passport required for parents of minors travelling alone or with only one parent.
👶Travelling with children
Payslips (3 months)
Required in some cases
Last three payslips, original plus photocopies
👔Employed
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.
Proof Of Family Relationship
Required in some cases
Proof of relationship to the non-Austrian EEA/EU or Swiss national, such as a marriage certificate or birth certificate. If not in English or German, a certified translation in the UK is required.
🤝Family
Proof of relationship
Required in some cases
Marriage or birth certificate proving the relationship to the EEA/EU or Swiss national family member. If not in English or German, a certified UK translation is required.
Self-employment support letter
Required in some cases
Recent signed headed letter confirming the applicant's self-employment, obtained from an accountant, solicitor, bank manager, Companies House, or tax authorities as applicable.
👔Self Employed
Sponsor bank statements
Required in some cases
Bank account statements of the financial sponsor used to prove support for the applicant.
🤝Family
Sponsor photo ID
Required in some cases
Photo identification document of the sponsor, submitted together with the sponsor letter and financial proof.
🤝Family
Sponsorship letter
Required in some cases
Signed and dated cover letter from the sponsor confirming sponsorship.
🤝Family, Self🏠Hotel
Student status letter
Required in some cases
Recent signed letter from school/college/university confirming enrollment, hours per week, attendance
👔Student
Credit card statement
Optional
Credit card account statement indicating the cardholder's name and address and showing the monthly limit or spending cap.
Savings or investment account statement
Optional
Account statement on savings, stocks and bonds, or similar certificate from a credit institution under the applicant's name, used as proof of means of subsistence.
Travellers' cheques
Optional
Traveller's cheques submitted as proof of sufficient financial means for the stay in Cyprus.

Booking your Denmark appointment

When booking your appointment at the Denmark Visa Application Center, consider peak times and try to schedule during off-peak hours for shorter wait times. Bring all necessary documents and copies to your appointment, as incomplete submissions may delay processing. Arrive early to allow time for any security checks. If possible, check the latest guidelines on the application center's website to ensure you have the most current information.