IndonesiaDenmark

Indonesian passport · policy checked 5 Jul 2026

Visa required

Apply before you travel.

90

days

on a tourist visa

90

EUR · visa fee

about $98

15-30

days

processing time

VFS

visa application centre

How Indonesian citizens apply for a Denmark visa

  1. Lodge your application at a VFS Global visa application centre, with the completed form and required documents. Apply here ↗

No advance visa with these documents

Denmark admits Indonesian citizens without a pre-arranged visa on a valid document:

Visa-free · up to 90 days

Schengen visa (any member state)

visa valid for more than 90 days for a specific Schengen country (long-term visa / D visa) are exempt under Article 21 of the Schengen Convention from the requirement of a visa for Denmark for up to 90 days in any 180-day period..

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EU / Schengen residence permit or PR

valid residence permit for another Schengen State are exempt under Article 21 of the Schengen Convention from the requirement of a visa for Denmark for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

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Denmark visa cost for Indonesian citizens

EUR 90

Schengen short-stay visa (type C) - tourist/private visit

Lodged through VFS Global, whose service fee applies on top and varies by centre.

  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) - tourist/private visit

    Up to 90 days in any 180-day period

    EUR 90

Official schedule · nyidanmark.dk ↗Fee schedule checked 2 Jul 2026

Denmark visa types for Indonesian citizens

Tourist VisitTourist
  • Application form duly completed and signed by the applicant. For children under the age of 18 years old, application form must also be signed by both parents.
  • Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond the last day of the intended stay in the Schengen area).
  • 1 Copy of passport’s bio-data page and address page. For non-Indonesians, please provide a copy of residence permit in Indonesia (KITAS/KIMS/KITAP) with validity of minimum 6 months.
  • Copy Copy of pages with changes/endorsements, pages with previous or valid visas to the Schengen area, UK, USA, Canada, and Australia issued for the past 3 years - including entry and exit stamps
  • Employment letter stating the applicant’s job function and duration of employment. If the applicant is self-employed or owns a company, the company registration (i.e. SIUP, TDP, NPWP) must be included as confirmation to the effect that the applicant has been granted leave for the period corresponding to the stay in Schengen and is expected to report back on duty.
  • Recent personal bank statement and/or copy of balance over the last three months. Sponsor letter must also be submitted if financial means is provided by sponsor. Copy of personal credit card may also be presented as supportive documentation for proof of financial means. As an applicant, you must have the necessary means to pay for your stay and return trip. What will be considered as necessary funds will be determined by the Embassy and depends on the length of your stay, and whether you will stay at a hotel or with friends or family. As a general rule, you must have at your disposal approx. DKK 350 (IDR 850,000) per day. A smaller amount may be accepted if you are staying in a private home and your host will cover all costs. If you are staying at a hotel, the amount must be greater, approx. DKK 500 (IDR 1,250,000) per day.
  • Copy of Family Card, Marriage Certificate and Birth Certificate.
  • Original or copy print-out of confirmed flight-booking from travel agent/airline. It should prove that the stay in the Schengen area does not exceed 90 days. The Embassy strongly advises all applicants not to buy their ticket before the Embassy has confirmed that their visa will be issued. Please note that upon collection of the visa you may be required to show the original ticket/e-ticket.
  • Copy of confirmed hotel voucher/hotel reservation for the whole period of stay, in case of stay in a hotel.
  • Copy of Travel Medical Insurance (TMI).
  • In case of minor children (under 18 years old) traveling alone or with one parent, a letter of consent is needed from both parents/guardians or from the parent who does not travel. The signature(s) should be legalized/notarized. This letter will specify the authorization for travelling as well as the motive of the journey and the minor should at all times during the journey carry this authorization on him or her.
  • In case of medical purpose, the documents needed are a letter from applicant’s physician or the hospital in Indonesia; a confirmation letter from a physician or a hospital in Schengen area regarding the appointment as well as the necessity of treatment at that hospital or clinic; and proof of medical insurance or proof of payment for medical treatment (apart from TMI). The applicant must present documents or proof that he/she has enough economic means to pay the medical treatment in its country of destination.
Visit Boyfriend, Girlfriend, Partner And FianceTourist
  • Application form duly completed and signed by the applicant. For children under the age of 18 years old, application form must also be signed by both parents.
  • Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond the last day of the intended stay in the Schengen area).
  • 1 Colour copy/scan of passport’s bio-data page and address page. For non-Indonesians, please provide a copy of residence permit in Indonesia (KITAS/KIMS/KITAP) with validity of minimum 6 months.
  • Copy of pages with changes/endorsements, pages with previous or valid visas to the Schengen area, UK, USA, Canada, and Australia issued for the past 3 years - including entry and exit stamps
  • Invitation letter signed by the host/inviting person, stating relation between the invitee and the applicant. The invitation should state how long they have known each other, when they last met and where, including a declaration of financial responsibility vis-Ă -vis the applicant, and the dates for the invitation which must correspond to the confirmed flight booking and requested length of stay in the visa application.
  • Colour copy/scan ID of the host/inviting person (bio-data page of passport) or copy of host’s/inviting person’s stay permit in Denmark - if the host/inviting person is not Danish citizen.
  • Employment letter stating the applicant’s job function and duration of employment. If the applicant is self-employed or owns a company, the company registration (i.e. SIUP, TDP, NPWP) must be included as confirmation to the effect that the applicant has been granted leave for the period corresponding to the stay in Schengen and is expected to report back on duty.
  • Recent personal bank statement from the last three months. Copy of personal credit card may also be presented as supportive documentation for proof of financial means. As an applicant, you must have the necessary means to pay for your stay and return trip. What will be considered as necessary funds will be determined by the Embassy and depends on the length of your stay, and whether you will stay at a hotel or with friends or family. As a general rule, you must have at your disposal approx. DKK 350 (IDR 850,000) per day. A smaller amount may be accepted if you are staying in a private home and your host will cover all costs. If you are staying at a hotel, the amount must be greater, approx. DKK 500 (IDR 1,250,000) per day.
  • Copy of Family Card, Marriage Certificate and Birth Certificate.
  • Original or copy print-out of confirmed flight-booking from travel agent/airline. It should prove that the stay in the Schengen area does not exceed 90 days. The Embassy strongly advises all applicants not to buy their ticket before the Embassy has confirmed that their visa will be issued. Please note that upon collection of the visa you may be required to show the original ticket/e-ticket.
  • Copy of confirmed hotel voucher/hotel reservation for the whole period of stay, in case of stay in a hotel.
  • Copy of Travel Medical Insurance (TMI).
  • In case of minor children (under 18 years old) traveling alone or with one parent, a letter of consent is needed from both parents/guardians or from the parent who does not travel. The signature(s) should be legalized/notarized. This letter will specify the authorization for travelling as well as the motive of the journey and the minor should at all times during the journey carry this authorization on him or her.
  • In case of medical purpose, the documents needed are a letter from applicant’s physician or the hospital in Indonesia; a confirmation letter from a physician or a hospital in Schengen area regarding the appointment as well as the necessity of treatment at that hospital or clinic; and proof of medical insurance or proof of payment for medical treatment (apart from TMI). The applicant must present documents or proof that he/she has enough economic means to pay the medical treatment in its country of destination.
Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Tourism/VisitTourist

90 daysmultiple entry15-30d processingvalid 180d

Allows foreign nationals from visa-required countries to visit Denmark (and the wider Schengen Area) for tourism, visiting family or friends, or other private purposes.

The visa application centre publishes no document checklist for this type.

Standard Schengen Type C visa valid for the entire Schengen zone. Maximum stay 90 days in any 180-day period. Fee is the standard EU Schengen fee (EUR 80, ~USD 90). Applications are submitted at the Danish embassy or consulate (or VFS/BLS application centre) in the applicant's country of residence. Entry and exit days both count toward the 90-day limit. Applicant must show financial means of approximately DKK 350/day (private accommodation) or DKK 500/day (hotel).

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Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - BusinessBusiness

90 daysmultiple entry15-30d processingvalid 180d

Allows foreign nationals from visa-required countries to visit Denmark for business meetings, negotiations, conferences, or other commercial activities for up to 90 days.

Checklist filed by the visa centre as “Business Visit”

  • Application form duly completed and signed by the applicant. For children under the age of 18 years old, application form must also be signed by both parents.
  • Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond the last day of the intended stay in the Schengen area).
  • 1 Copy of passport’s bio-data page and address page. For non-Indonesians, please also provide copy of residence permit in Indonesia (KITAS/KIMS/KITAP) with validity of minimum 6 months.
  • Copy of pages with changes/endorsements, pages with previous or valid visas to the Schengen area, UK, USA, Canada, and Australia issued for the past 3 years - including entry and exit stamps
  • Invitation letter from the Danish counterpart stating purpose and duration of visit(-s) as well as previous business contacts. The Danish counterpart shall also forward the invitation letter preferably by e-mail to the embassy. The letter from employer and the invitation letter from the Danish counterpart shall correspond regarding duration of visit(-s) with the confirmed travel itinerary.
  • Employment letter stating the applicant’s job function and duration of employment as well as the purpose and duration of the visit(-s), financial cover of the visit, short company profile, etc. If the applicant is self-employed or owns a company, the company registration (i.e. SIUP, TDP, NPWP) must be included as confirmation to the effect that the applicant has been granted leave for the period corresponding to the stay in Schengen and is expected to report back on duty.
  • Recent cpersonal bank statement and/or copy of balance over the last three months. Personal credit card may also be presented as supportive documentation for proof of financial means. As an applicant, you must have the necessary means to pay for your stay and return trip. What will be considered as necessary funds will be determined by the Embassy and depends on the length of your stay, and whether you will stay at a hotel or with friends or family. As a general rule, you must have at your disposal approx. DKK 350 (IDR 850,000) per day. A smaller amount may be accepted if you are staying in a private home and your host will cover all costs. If you are staying at a hotel, the amount must be greater, approx. DKK 500 (IDR 1,250,000) per day.
  • Original or copy print-out of confirmed flight-booking from travel agent/airline. It should prove that the stay in the Schengen area does not exceed 90 days. The Embassy strongly advises all applicants not to buy their ticket before the Embassy has confirmed that their visa will be issued. Please note that upon collection of the visa you may be required to show the original ticket/e-ticket.
  • Copy of Family Card and Marriage Certificate.
  • Original or copy print-out of confirmed flight-booking from travel agent/airline. It should prove that the stay in the Schengen area does not exceed 90 days. The Embassy strongly advises all applicants not to buy their ticket before the Embassy has confirmed that their visa will be issued. Please note that upon collection of the visa you may be required to show the original ticket/e-ticket.
  • Copy of Travel Medical Insurance (TMI).
  • In case of trips for political, scientific or cultural reasons, to attend commercial fairs or congress, sport events or for religious purposes, an invitation letter from the Schengen party in which it is stated the name of the organization, contact person data, data of the invited person, dates of stay in the Schengen area and reasons of the invitation is needed.
  • In case of minor children (under 18 years old) traveling alone or with one parent, a letter of consent is needed from both parents/guardians or from the parent who does not travel. The signature(s) should be legalized/notarized. This letter will specify the authorization for travelling as well as the motive of the journey and the minor should at all times during the journey carry this authorization on him or her.

Same Schengen Type C visa as for tourism but with business purpose stated in application. Does not permit paid employment in Denmark. Maximum 90 days in any 180-day Schengen period. Standard EU Schengen fee (EUR 80, ~USD 90). Applied for at the Danish embassy or consulate or authorised VFS/BLS centre in the applicant's country of residence.

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Airport Transit Visa (ATV)Transit

single entry15-30d processing

Required for certain nationalities to transit through Danish international airports (international zone) without entering Denmark.

  • Application form duly completed and signed by the applicant. For children under the age of 18 years old, application form must also be signed by both parents.
  • Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond the last day of the intended stay in the Schengen area).
  • 1 Copy of passport’s bio-data page and address page. For non-Indonesians, please also provide copy of residence permit in Indonesia (KITAS/KIMS/KITAP) with validity of minimum 6 months.
  • Copy of pages with changes/endorsements, pages with previous or valid visas to the Schengen area, UK, USA, Canada, and Australia issued for the past 3 years - including entry and exit stamps
  • Copy of visa of the country to be visited after the transit
  • Employment letter stating the applicant’s job function and duration of employment. If the applicant is self-employed or owns a company, the company registration (i.e. SIUP, TDP, NPWP) must be included as confirmation to the effect that the applicant has been granted leave for the period corresponding to the stay in Schengen and is expected to report back on duty.
  • Recent personal bank statement and/or copy of balance over the last three months. Sponsor letter must also be submitted if financial means is provided by sponsor. Personal credit card may also be presented as supportive documentation for proof of financial means. As an applicant, you must have the necessary means to pay for your stay and return trip. What will be considered as necessary funds will be determined by the Embassy and depends on the length of your stay, and whether you will stay at a hotel or with friends or family. As a general rule, you must have at your disposal approx. DKK 350 (IDR 850,000) per day. A smaller amount may be accepted if you are staying in a private home and your host will cover all costs. If you are staying at a hotel, the amount must be greater, approx. DKK 500 (IDR 1,250,000) per day.
  • Copy of Family Card and Marriage Certificate.
  • Original or copy print-out of confirmed flight-booking from travel agent/airline, as well as the reservation of the airplane tickets toward its final destination. The Embassy strongly advises all applicants not to buy their ticket before the Embassy has confirmed that their visa will be issued. Please note that upon collection of the visa you may be required to show the original ticket/e-ticket.
  • In case of need to spend the night in country of destination, the applicant shall present also copy of hotel voucher/hotel reservation.
  • Copy of Travel Medical Insurance (TMI).
  • In case of minor children (under 18 years old) traveling alone or with one parent, a letter of consent is needed from both parents/guardians or from the parent who does not travel. The signature(s) should be legalized/notarized. This letter will specify the authorization for travelling as well as the motive of the journey and the minor should at all times during the journey carry this authorization on him or her.

Required for nationals of countries listed on Annex I of the EU Visa Code who are transiting at Copenhagen Airport (CPH) or other Danish airports. Exempt if holding a valid Schengen/EU visa, US/UK/Canadian/Japanese/Australian visa or residence permit, as listed in Annex II. Standard Schengen ATV fee (EUR 80, ~USD 90). Applied for at Danish embassy or consulate.

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Transit (seaman)Transit
  • Application form duly completed and signed by the applicant.
  • Valid passport and Seaman’s Book (valid for minimum 6 months).
  • 1 Copy of passport’s bio-data page, address page, and a copy of seaman’s book bio-data and validity page.
  • Copy of pages with changes/endorsements, pages with previous or valid visas to the Schengen area, UK, USA, Canada, and Australia issued for the past 3 years - including entry and exit stamps
  • Invitation letter from the maritime agency of the Schengen member states where the sailor will join the boat and/or copy of contract letter with the maritime agency of the Schengen member states.
  • Employment letter or sponsor letter from the local maritime agency, that includes a list of the sailors, in which is stated their employment in the boat.
  • Copy of Family Card, Marriage Certificate and/or Birth Certificate.
  • Original or copy print-out of confirmed one-way flight-booking or itinerary from travel agent/airline. The Embassy strongly advises all applicants not to buy their ticket before the Embassy has confirmed that their visa will be issued. Please note that upon collection of the visa you may be required to show the original ticket/e-ticket.
  • Application form
  • Valid passport
  • Photo
  • Visa fee
  • All supporting documents

On April 5, 2010, regulation no. 810/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a Community Code on Visas (Visa Code) enters into force.

For Denmark and all other Schengen member states, the Visa Code will hereafter be the regulatory framework for visas.

These new regulations imply new demands on the application, meaning that all supporting documents must be handed in along with the Schengen application form.

It is essential that you collect all of the following documents before presenting your application to the Mission:

If supporting documents are not presented promptly, your application upon examination may be refused and the visa fee lost.

Please note that the requested supporting documents, as a general rule, are the same at all Schengen Missions (in the local area).

Family ReunificationFamily

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Visit Relatives And FriendsFamily
  • Application form duly completed and signed by the applicant. For children under the age of 18 years old, application form must also be signed by both parents.
  • Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond the last day of the intended stay in the Schengen area).
  • 1 Colour copy/scan of passport’s bio-data page and address page. For non-Indonesians, please provide a copy of residence permit in Indonesia (KITAS/KIMS/KITAP) with validity of minimum 6 months.
  • Copy of pages with changes/endorsements, pages with previous or valid visas to the Schengen area, UK, USA, Canada, and Australia issued for the past 3 years.
  • Invitation letter signed by the host/inviting person, stating relation between the invitee and the applicant. The invitation should state how long they have known each other, when they last met and where, including a declaration of financial responsibility vis-Ă -vis the applicant, and the dates for the invitation which must correspond to the confirmed flight booking and requested length of stay in the visa application.
  • Colour copy/scan ID of the host/inviting person (bio-data page of passport) or copy of host’s/inviting person’s stay permit in Denmark - if the host/inviting person is not Danish citizen.
  • Employment letter stating the applicant’s job function and duration of employment. If the applicant is self-employed or owns a company, the company registration (i.e. SIUP, TDP, NPWP) must be included as confirmation to the effect that the applicant has been granted leave for the period corresponding to the stay in Schengen and is expected to report back on duty.
  • Recent personal bank statement from the last three months. Copy of personal credit card may also be presented as supportive documentation for proof of financial means.
  • Copy of Family Card, Marriage Certificate and Birth Certificate.
  • Original or copy print-out of confirmed flight-booking from travel agent/airline. It should prove that the stay in the Schengen area does not exceed 90 days. The Embassy strongly advises all applicants not to buy their ticket before the Embassy has confirmed that their visa will be issued. Please note that upon collection of the visa you may be required to show the original ticket/e-ticket.
  • Copy of confirmed hotel voucher/hotel reservation for the whole period of stay, in case of stay in a hotel.
  • Copy of Travel Medical Insurance (TMI).
  • In case of minor children (under 18 years old) traveling alone or with one parent, a letter of consent is needed from both parents/guardians or from the parent who does not travel. The signature(s) should be legalized/notarized. This letter will specify the authorization for travelling as well as the motive of the journey and the minor should at all times during the journey carry this authorization on him or her.
  • In case of medical purpose, the documents needed are a letter from applicant’s physician or the hospital in Indonesia; a confirmation letter from a physician or a hospital in Schengen area regarding the appointment as well as the necessity of treatment at that hospital or clinic; and proof of medical insurance or proof of payment for medical treatment (apart from TMI). The applicant must present documents or proof that he/she has enough economic means to pay the medical treatment in its country of destination.
Visit Spouse Or Registered PartnerFamily
  • Application form duly completed and signed by the applicant. For children under the age of 18 years old, application form must also be signed by both parents.
  • Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond the last day of the intended stay in the Schengen area).
  • 1 Copy of passport’s bio-data page and address page. For non-Indonesians, please provide a copy of residence permit in Indonesia (KITAS/KIMS/KITAP) with validity of minimum 6 months.
  • Copy of pages with changes/endorsements, pages with previous or valid visas to the Schengen area, UK, USA, Canada, and Australia issued for the past 3 years.
  • Invitation letter signed by the host/inviting person, stating relation between the invitee and the applicant. The invitation should state how long they have known each other, when they last met and where, including a declaration of financial responsibility vis-Ă -vis the applicant, and the dates for the invitation which must correspond to the confirmed flight booking and requested length of stay in the visa application.
  • Copy ID of the host/inviting person (bio-data page of passport) or copy of host’s/inviting person’s stay permit in Denmark - if the host/inviting person is not Danish citizen.
  • Employment letter stating the applicant’s job function and duration of employment. If the applicant is self-employed or owns a company, the company registration (i.e. SIUP, TDP, NPWP) must be included as confirmation to the effect that the applicant has been granted leave for the period corresponding to the stay in Schengen and is expected to report back on duty.
  • Recent personal bank statement and/or copy of balance over the last three months. Sponsor letter must also be submitted if financial means is provided by sponsor. Copy of personal credit card may also be presented as supportive documentation for proof of financial means. As an applicant, you must have the necessary means to pay for your stay and return trip. What will be considered as necessary funds will be determined by the Embassy and depends on the length of your stay, and whether you will stay at a hotel or with friends or family. As a general rule, you must have at your disposal approx. DKK 350 (IDR 850,000) per day. A smaller amount may be accepted if you are staying in a private home and your host will cover all costs. If you are staying at a hotel, the amount must be greater, approx. DKK 500 (IDR 1,250,000) per day.
  • Copy of Family Card, Marriage Certificate and Birth Certificate.
  • Original or copy print-out of confirmed flight-booking from travel agent/airline. It should prove that the stay in the Schengen area does not exceed 90 days. The Embassy strongly advises all applicants not to buy their ticket before the Embassy has confirmed that their visa will be issued. Please note that upon collection of the visa you may be required to show the original ticket/e-ticket.
  • Copy of confirmed hotel voucher/hotel reservation for the whole period of stay, in case of stay in a hotel.
  • Copy of Travel Medical Insurance (TMI).
  • In case of minor children (under 18 years old) traveling alone or with one parent, a letter of consent is needed from both parents/guardians or from the parent who does not travel. The signature(s) should be legalized/notarized. This letter will specify the authorization for travelling as well as the motive of the journey and the minor should at all times during the journey carry this authorization on him or her.
  • In case of medical purpose, the documents needed are a letter from applicant’s physician or the hospital in Indonesia; a confirmation letter from a physician or a hospital in Schengen area regarding the appointment as well as the necessity of treatment at that hospital or clinic; and proof of medical insurance or proof of payment for medical treatment (apart from TMI). The applicant must present documents or proof that he/she has enough economic means to pay the medical treatment in its country of destination.
Accompanying Family Member Permit (Work/Study-based)Family

multiple entry60d processingonline

Residence permit allowing non-EU/EEA spouses, registered partners, cohabiting partners, and children under 18 to accompany a primary permit holder who is living in Denmark for work or study.

The visa application centre publishes no document checklist for this type.

Fee DKK 3,080 (~USD 453). Permit duration matches the sponsor's permit. Holder is generally entitled to work in Denmark without a separate work permit (exception: employment at the sponsor's own company or closely related entities requires a separate application). Cohabiting partners must demonstrate at least 1.5-2 years of cohabitation. Family members must reside at the same address as the sponsor. Cannot receive public social benefits.

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Family Reunification - Spouse or Cohabiting PartnerFamily

multiple entry120-300d processingvalid 730donline

Residence permit allowing the non-EU/EEA spouse or registered/cohabiting partner of a person residing legally in Denmark to join and live with that person.

The visa application centre publishes no document checklist for this type.

Fee DKK 8,490 (~USD 1,248). Both applicant and sponsor must be at least 24 years old (exceptions for children or serious illness). Relationship must be legally valid and voluntary. Applicant and sponsor together must meet 4 of 6 integration conditions. Sponsor must have independent housing of at least 20 sq. metres per occupant, be self-supporting, and post a financial guarantee of DKK 61,709.34 (2026). Sponsor must also have passed 'Prøve i Dansk 3' or equivalent. Processing time up to 10 months. Initial permit typically 2 years; renewable.

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StudyStudent

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PhD Student Residence PermitStudent

multiple entry30d processingonline

Residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals enrolled as PhD students at a Danish university, whether the position is salaried or unpaid.

Fee DKK 3,060 (~USD 450). Valid for the standard duration of the PhD programme. Salaried PhD students are self-supporting; unpaid students must demonstrate DKK 7,426/month (2026 level). Work rights: 90 hours/month during academic months, full-time in June - August, unlimited for work naturally related to PhD. Post-graduation: 3-year job-seeking period with same work rights. EU/EEA/Swiss nationals apply for an EU residence document instead.

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Student Residence Permit (Higher Education)Student

multiple entry30d processingonline

Residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals enrolled as students at a Danish university or accredited higher education institution.

Fee DKK 3,060 (~USD 450) confirmed from official fee overview page (nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/Words-and-concepts/Faelles/Fees/Fee---overview-of-fee-rates, verified 2026-06-29). Permit duration matches the standard (nominal) duration of the study programme. Students may work up to 20 hours per week during the academic year (September - May) and full-time in June - August. Applicants must be enrolled at an approved Danish educational institution. Applications submitted online via nyidanmark.dk.

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Au PairWork

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WorkWork

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Fast-Track SchemeWork

multiple entryup to 30d processingvalid 1461donline

Accelerated residence and work permit for employees of SIRI-certified companies, offering five tracks: Pay Limit, Supplementary Pay Limit, Short-Term, Researcher, and Educational.

Fee is DKK 6,810 (~USD 1,001). Requires employer to be SIRI-certified. Five tracks: (1) Pay Limit - DKK 552,000/year minimum; (2) Supplementary Pay Limit - DKK 446,000/year minimum (requires Jobnet/EURES posting for 2 weeks); (3) Short-Term - max 90 days in 365 days, non-extendable; (4) Researcher - specific research role; (5) Educational - highly qualified training. Standard processing 1 month; Quick Job Start allows work start within 0-30 days if applicant can enter Denmark legally. Employer applies online.

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Graduate Job-Seeking Residence Permit (3 years)Work

multiple entry90-120d processingvalid 1095donline

Residence permit allowing non-EU/EEA graduates of a Danish professional bachelor, bachelor, master or PhD programme to stay in Denmark for up to 3 years after completing their studies to look for and take up work.

Fee DKK 3,060 (~USD 450). Open to holders of a Danish student residence permit who have completed a state-approved professional bachelor, bachelor, master or PhD programme. Valid for up to 3 years (cannot extend to beyond 3 months before passport expiry). Grants the same work rights held as a student: up to 90 hours/month September-May and full time June-August; a job requiring more hours needs a separate work permit. Replaced the Establishment Card scheme, which was abolished on 1 April 2023 (only extensions of existing establishment cards remain possible). Permit lapses if the holder gives up their Danish address or stays abroad for more than 6 consecutive months (exceptions for PhD and certain Erasmus programmes). Processing time approximately 3 months.

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Guest Researcher SchemeWork

multiple entry30d processingvalid 1095donline

Residence permit for non-EU/EEA academics with a master's degree who are invited to conduct research at a Danish institution but are not employed (self-funded or externally funded).

Fee DKK 6,810 (~USD 1,001). Applicant must hold at minimum a master's degree and have a written invitation from a Danish research institution providing facilities without employment. Must demonstrate financial self-sufficiency (DKK 12,770/month for single applicant in 2025). Maximum permit duration 3 years; expires 14 days after invitation lapses. Permit holder is exempt from work permit requirement for sideline employment. Family members may accompany.

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Pay Limit Scheme (Løngrænseordningen)Work

multiple entry30-90d processingvalid 1461donline

Residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA nationals who have received a job offer in Denmark with a salary at or above the annual threshold (DKK 552,000 in 2026), regardless of occupation or education level.

Fee is DKK 6,810 (~USD 1,001). Minimum salary DKK 552,000/year (2026, adjusted annually 1 January). Salary must be paid into a Danish bank account in the applicant's name within 180 days. Minimum 30 hours/week. Permit is typically 4 years for employment of 4+ years, or for the employment period plus a 6-month job-seeking extension for shorter contracts. Applicant must not receive social benefits. Family members (spouse/partner and children under 18) may accompany. Applications submitted online via nyidanmark.dk.

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Positive List for People with Higher EducationWork

multiple entry30-90d processingvalid 1461donline

Residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA nationals who have a job offer in a profession listed on the Danish Positive List for Higher Education (shortage occupations updated twice yearly).

Fee DKK 6,810 (~USD 1,001). Positive List updated 1 January and 1 July each year; as of 1 January 2026 includes 183 job titles. Salary must meet Danish professional standards; must be paid to a Danish bank account. No employer certification required. Processing time approximately 1 month. Applications submitted online via nyidanmark.dk.

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Positive List for Skilled WorkWork

multiple entry30-90d processingvalid 1461donline

Residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA nationals who have a job offer in a skilled trade or craft occupation on the Danish Positive List for Skilled Work (shortage occupations updated twice yearly).

Fee DKK 6,810 (~USD 1,001). Positive List updated twice yearly; as of 1 January 2026 includes 57 skilled job titles. Employer must demonstrate meeting apprenticeship training obligations. Salary paid to Danish bank account required. Processing time approximately 1 month.

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Religious Worker Residence PermitWork

multiple entryup to 180d processingvalid 210donline

Residence and work permit for missionaries, preachers and other religious workers affiliated with an officially recognised religious denomination or order in Denmark.

Fee DKK 10,760 (~USD 1,582). Initial permit granted for seven months (~210 days); extendable one year at a time up to a maximum of 3 years total (longer if the holder is authorised to perform weddings). Applicant must document work as a missionary or religious worker for an officially acknowledged/sanctioned denomination in Denmark. Within 6 months the holder must pass an extension test (Danish language and knowledge of Danish society) and complete a course in Danish family law, individual rights and democracy. A national sanction list bans certain named religious preachers from entering Denmark. Application form RF1, available online. Expected maximum processing time 6 months.

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Researcher SchemeWork

multiple entry30d processingvalid 1461donline

Residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA nationals employed in a paid research position at a Danish research institution or company, where the role has specific research-related ties to the individual's qualifications.

Fee DKK 6,810 (~USD 1,001). Salary must meet Danish professional standards; only liquid salary and pension contributions count. Primary purpose must be research. Permit duration matches employment contract (up to 4 years). Biometrics required within 14 days of application. Permit holder may change positions within same employer, take sideline employment, and serve as external examiner at other universities without additional permits. Family members (spouse/partner and children under 18) may accompany.

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Sideline Employment PermitWork

30d processingonline

Allows non-EU/EEA nationals already holding a Danish residence and work permit to take additional part-time employment that is naturally related to their primary job, without requiring a new full residence permit.

No fee. Work-only permit; cannot serve as basis for residence. Typically 8-15 hours per week. The sideline work must be naturally related to the primary permit-basis job. Researchers, guest researchers, PhD students, artists, and professional athletes automatically have unlimited sideline employment rights without applying.

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Special Individual Qualifications (Athletes, Coaches, and Other Unique Roles)Work

multiple entry30d processingvalid 365donline

Residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA nationals who possess unique, individually assessed qualifications for a specific role where no other person can immediately take on the job - most commonly used for professional athletes, jockeys, and coaches.

Fee DKK 6,810 (~USD 1,001). Permit validity is tiered: up to 1 year initially, up to 2 years in years 2-4, up to 3 years after 4 years of stays. Applicant can only work at the specified employer; new employment requires new application (may begin work upon submission). Salary must meet Danish professional standards. Family members may accompany.

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Start-up DenmarkWork

multiple entry30d processingvalid 730donline

Residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA entrepreneurs with an innovative business idea approved by the Danish Business Authority expert panel who wish to establish and operate a new company in Denmark.

Fee DKK 3,060 (~USD 450). Business idea must be approved by Danish Business Authority before applying to SIRI. Maximum 75 permits issued per year. Teams of up to 3 persons may apply together. Minimum personal funds DKK 153,240 (2025 level; single applicant). Initial permit up to 2 years; renewable for up to 3 years at a time. Applicant must be full or partial owner and actively involved in management. Permit is company-specific.

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Trainee SchemeWork

730 daysmultiple entry30d processingvalid 730donline

Residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA nationals employed as trainees in Denmark as part of an educational course connected to their home-country employer, under a verified strategic cooperation agreement.

Fee DKK 6,810 (~USD 1,001). Maximum stay 24 months total; individual permits up to 1 year. Requires verified strategic cooperation or partnership between a foreign company and the Danish employer. Must follow an educational course relevant to the job the applicant will return to abroad. Permit is employer-specific; changing positions within the same employer requires new application. Family members may accompany.

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Au Pair Residence PermitOther

730 daysmultiple entry90-120d processingvalid 730donline

Cultural-exchange residence permit for a young person aged 18-29 to live with a Danish host family, help with light housework and childcare in exchange for board, lodging and monthly pocket money.

SIRI case-processing fee DKK 4,305 (~USD 633). Applicant must be at least 18 and must not have turned 30 at the time of application (exception when changing host family). Permit granted for a maximum of 2 years, limited to the au pair contract period or until the youngest child in the family turns 18. Host family must pay pocket money of at least DKK 5,250/month (2026 level) and, for first-time applicants, a one-off DKK 20,900 (2026 level) to cover the au pair's Danish lessons. Processing time normally 3 months (up to 4 if further information is needed). Online or paper application (form AU1).

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Diplomatic/Official Entry (Passport-Based Exemption)Diplomatic

90 daysmultiple entry

Visa-free entry to Denmark for holders of diplomatic, service, or official passports from countries that have bilateral visa-exemption agreements with Denmark, allowing official and non-official visits without a Schengen visa.

No visa required. Applies to holders of diplomatic/service/official passports from countries with bilateral agreements with Denmark, including (but not limited to): Bolivia (diplomatic + service), China (diplomatic only), Egypt (diplomatic + service), India (diplomatic + service + official), Indonesia (biometric diplomatic + biometric service), Morocco (diplomatic + service), Pakistan (diplomatic + service + official), Philippines (diplomatic + service), Thailand (diplomatic + service + official), Turkey (diplomatic + service). Albania, Armenia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Tunisia, Ukraine (diplomatic only for most). Full list in the official PDF overview document.

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Visa-Free Short Stay (Schengen 90/180 Rule)Other

90 daysmultiple entryvalid 180d

Allows nationals of visa-exempt countries to enter and stay in Denmark (and the Schengen Area) for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for tourism, business, family visits, or other short-term purposes without obtaining a visa.

No visa required. Valid travel document must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure and issued within the last 10 years. Must show sufficient financial means (approx. DKK 350/day private or DKK 500/day hotel), documentation of visit purpose, and must not be registered in the Schengen Information System or listed on UN/EU sanctions. Special bilateral arrangements for nationals of Australia, Canada, Chile, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, and the USA allow 90 days/3 months calculated from first Nordic entry. ETIAS authorization will be required once launched (expected Q4 2026; EUR 20 fee).

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Working Holiday SchemeWorking holiday

365 daysmultiple entry90d processingvalid 365donline

Residence and work permit for young citizens of Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, New Zealand, or South Korea whose main purpose is an extended holiday in Denmark, with the option to do some salaried work to supplement travel funds.

Fee DKK 3,060 (~USD 450). Available only to nationals of Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, New Zealand, and South Korea under bilateral agreements. Age limits vary by nationality (e.g. Australia and Canada 18-35, South Korea 18-34, New Zealand 18-30). Permit is valid for one year from date of entry and cannot be extended beyond 1 year. Paid work allowed for up to 6 months of the stay, but no more than 3 months with the same employer and no permanent employment; only salaried work is permitted. Applicant must document funds of ~DKK 15,000 plus ~DKK 5,000 for a return ticket, and full health/hospital/repatriation insurance. Processing time approximately 3 months. Applied online (or paper form) via SIRI/nyidanmark.dk.

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Denmark visa for Indonesian citizens - FAQ

Do Indonesian citizens need a visa for Denmark?

Yes - Indonesian citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Denmark embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.

What documents do Indonesian citizens need for Denmark?

A valid passport plus the Denmark document checklist for your visa type - Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

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