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Do India citizens need a visa for Denmark?

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India citizens need a visa to enter Denmark. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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India vs Denmark: passport comparison

India

27

visa-free countries

Global rank: #137 · mobility 85

Denmark

125

visa-free countries

Global rank: #11 · mobility 171.1
23

countries both India and Denmark can enter visa-free together

India + Denmark: passport compatibility

37%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where India and Denmark travel together — by entry type:

23 both visa-free
17 both visa on arrival
19 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
124 access differs

Where India and Denmark can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Only India is visa-free (4)

Your odds of getting the visa: India → Denmark

Visa guides tell you whether a visa is required. This block answers the second question — will you get it. Figures come from the European Commission's official 2025 statistics, broken down per country pair.

6,9%
of Denmark visa applications refused in India
-7,6 pp below the Schengen average (14.5%) — refused less often than average
-1.5 pp year-over-year: 2024 was 8.4%, now 6.9%
17,038applications filed
15,451visas issued
1,178refusals
#62strictest of 118 countries
Where Denmark visa applications are filed: New Delhi

The Commission counts applications by where they were filed — at consulates located in India — rather than by the applicant's nationality. For most countries these nearly coincide, but applications filed there by other nationals are included too. 2025 data. Source: European Commission, DG HOME

Denmark: good to know

Copenhagen

Capital

Danish Krone (DKK)

Currency

Central European Time (UTC+1)

Time zone

+45

Calling code

C, E, F, K

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else India goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Denmark

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do India citizens need a visa for Denmark?
India citizens need a visa to enter Denmark. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — India or Denmark?
The Denmark passport is stronger: 125 visa-free countries versus 27. Global rank: India #137, Denmark #11.
Where can India and Denmark citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 23 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Denmark?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between India and Denmark?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Sep 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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