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Denmark Visa From Nigeria – How To Apply For Danish Schengen Visa!!!!!!!!! by Nobody: 5:01am On May 22, 2022
Denmark Visa From Nigeria – How to Apply for Danish Schengen Visa Application Requirements Guide[/b][b]


In 2019, 165,191 visa applications for Denmark were received across the world. Of these, 14,412 (8.7%) were denied. The Embassy of Denmark in Abuja received 1,865 applications and 1,176 (62.9%) were denied.

Apply For Denmark Schengen Visa From Nigeria Statistics

Applying for a Denmark Schengen Visa from Nigeria
If you are a citizen of Nigeria, you will need to apply for a visa to be able to enter and stay in Denmark.

Visa applications must be submitted to VFS Global in Abuja and Lagos. Your application will be sent to the Danish Embassy in Abuja.

The embassy processes visa applications within 15 days. This can be extended to 45 days if further processing is required. You should apply well in advance. You may apply up to 6 months before your trip.

Please note, that the embassy has a limited weekly quota of 50 applications, so early booking with VFS is recommended in order to secure a visa before your travel date.


Types of Schengen visas offered at VFS Global in Nigeria

There are different types of visas available and the one you need to apply for depends on the reason you are traveling to Denmark. Make sure you apply for the correct one.

Short-stay visa – up to a maximum of 90 days for the purposes of:

Tourist
Business
Culture, sports & study
Visiting family of friends
Long-stay visa – for over 90 days for the purposes of:

Work and residence

Family members of EU/EEA nationals
Family reunification with non-EU citizens
You can choose to have a single or multiple entry visa.

A single entry visa means that you can enter Denmark once only. When you leave, your visa will become invalid.
A multiple entry visa allows you to travel in and out of Denmark as many times as you wish during the dates of your visa.
How Can I Apply for a Denmark Schengen Visa from VFS Global in Nigeria?
Go to VFS Global’s website and click on “Apply for a visa”:

Apply For Denmark Schengen Visa From Nigeria Online Application 1

On the next page, you will see that there are several steps you need to follow when you apply for a visa.

Step 1 – Identify visa type
Step 2 – Begin your application
Step 3 – Book an appointment
Step 4 – Pay your fees
Step 5 – Visit a visa application center
Step 6 – Track your application
Step 7 – Collect your passport
Step 1 – Identify visa type
The first thing you’ll need to do is to make sure the visa you are applying for is the correct one. Click on “visa type”:

Apply For Denmark Schengen Visa From Nigeria Online Application 2

Choose the visa you are applying for and you will find more information about this type of visa such as documents required, processing times etc. Make sure you read this carefully before you proceed:

Step 2 – Begin your application
The next thing to do is to complete the visa application form. You must complete it on ApplyVisa. Go to “step 2” and click on the link:

Apply For Denmark Schengen Visa From Nigeria Online Application 5

There are 4 steps that you will need to complete:

Go to the online visa application system ApplyVisa. Here you will have to:

register as a user
fill in the application
pay the visa fee
print and sign the cover letter
Please have your passport and credit card ready when applying and paying.

Step 3 – Book an appointment
Making appointments with the embassy, consulate or visa application centre is generally free and can be done yourself. However, If you are running short of time or not sure which consulate to apply to or have no idea on how to get this done yourself then not to worry, we will make the appointment for you for a small service fee!

Booking a visa appointment using our services is pretty simple! All you have to do is follow the 3 simple steps below:

Visit the link to schedule the visa appointment
Submit the appointment details, the visa you are applying for, consulate you need the appointment for, the country you need the appointment IN and make the payment
Receive appointment confirmation in email
Book Visa Appointment

You can also make an appointment on your own by following the steps below.

Go to VFS Global’s website and go to “step 3 – book an appointment”
Read the information about booking appointments
Click on the link to make an appointment
Click on the”book now” button
Register as a new user
Log into your account and make a suitable appointment day and time at the office in Lagos OR Abuja

Step 4 – Pay your fees

The consular fees for your visa are payable by debit card in Naira at the counter in the application center in Lagos or Abuja. Due to currency exchanges, the fee can change without notice. The VFS service charge is paid when you book your appointment. Both visa and service fees are non-refundable.

Type of Visa Fee in Euro Fee in Naira
Short Term visas (up to 90 days stay) 80 38,400
Short Term visas for children going on tourism (Between 0 – 6 years) Free Free
Short Term visas for children going on tourism (Between 6 – 12 years) 40 19,200
Step 5 – Visit a visa application center
You must submit your visa application to VFS Global in person. It’s important that you follow the guidelines on the day of your appointment, to ensure a successful visit:

Aim to arrive 15 minutes before your appointment
Take all supporting documentation (originals and copies)
If you haven’t paid your visa fee online, you can pay your fees once you get to the center
Submit your fingerprints and photograph (biometrics)
Children under 18 years old need to be accompanied by an adult and this cannot be a member of VFS Global staff
If you miss your appointment on the scheduled day, you will need to book a new appointment after 24 hours from your original appointment date
Without biometrics information, your application will not be processed
You may also be asked questions about your trip. All you need to do is answer honestly. Example questions include:

Why are you traveling to Denmark?
How will you pay for your trip to Denmark?
Who are you traveling with?
Do you plan to work in Denmark?
Don’t jeopardize your Schengen visa interview at the last minute. Use this comprehensive and thorough visa interview guide to crack the visa interview!

Step 6 – Track your application

To track the status of your application, go to “step 6 – track your application” and click on the link. Key in your reference number and last name:

Step 7 – Collect your passport
When a decision has been returned from the embassy to VFS Global, you will receive an email and you can pick up your documents from the visa application center. You can also choose to have your passport returned by courier. This service costs an additional N4,500.

If you collect your documents in person, take the receipt issued by VFS Global and your ID.

The decision is either:

Approved – in which case you will receive your passport with a visa sticker. It is your responsibility to check that the information on your visa is correct. If not, you should tell VFS Global or the Danish Embassy immediately

Refused – in which case you will receive a refusal letter with your passport, explaining the reason behind the refusal. The letter also gives information about appealing the decision

Reasons for a rejected application include:

You have overstayed on a visa previously – If this has happened in the past, it could affect your chance of getting a visa in the future
Passport was issued more than 10 years ago – Your passport needs to have been issued in the last 10 years. If not, you need to get a new one before applying for a visa
Fake documents – Do not attempt to provide fake documents as the embassy will find out and you won’t get your visa
Documents Required
You will find document checklists on VFS Global’s website, so you should take a look at them before applying. Documents for each type of visa as different. If you fail to submit everything, your application could be refused. You should also prepare photocopies as well as providing the original documents, so don’t forget to do that too!

Documents include:

A printout of the application cover letter
Passport photo according to photograph specifications (colour, 35×45 mm)
Current passport – valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended stay in the Schengen Area, at least 2 blank pages & copies of passport pages (in color)
Previous passports (if any) – coloured copies of bio page(s) and of previous Schengen visas and entry/exit stamps
Introduction letter from you introducing yourself, explaining the purpose, duration & itinerary of the visit
Proof of social ties to home country – marriage certificate, child(ren)’s birth certificate(s), proof of employment, company registration. If employed: introductory letter from employer, printed on company letterhead, including approved period of leave of absence; If student: introductory letter from School, printed on school’s letterhead, school ID, admission letter and academic transcripts ; If self–employed: CAC registration of company
Overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen countries. The insurance is to cover for the entire duration of the stay in the Schengen area for a minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR for all risks, e.g. accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation, etc.
Proof of transport – round trip airline/train ticket reservation, car rental agreement etc
Proof of accommodation – Hotel bookings or host guarantee/sponsorship of accommodation covering the whole duration of the intended stay
Proof of funds – financial support/means of subsistence – If employed: Original personal bank statements for the last 3 months & last 3 pay slips; If applicant is business owner: company bank statements x 3 months
Invitation letter (if required) – stating name, address, relationship to host and duration of stay
For minors – written consent from parents & passports or other ID with photo and signature, birth certificate of the minor & parents ID
Schengen Travel Health Insurance

If you’re planning to obtain your flight reservation for visa without paying for the ticket, all you have to do is follow the 3 simple steps below:

Visit the Visa Reservation website to choose the right package
Submit the travel details and make the payment online
Receive flight itinerary in email
Flight reservation without payment

COVID REGULATIONS
Entry Requirements

If you are previously infected

If you have documentation for a positive PCR test taken more than 14 days but less than 12 months ago, you can enter Denmark without test or self-isolation

If you are fully vaccinated

If you are fully vaccinated and resident in one of these countries, you can enter Denmark without test or self-isolation:

EU/Schengen: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Netherlands and the Vatican City
COVID-19 risk-countries: Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Chile, , Jordan, Kuwait, New Zealand, Qatar, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates and Uruguay
COVID-19 risk-regions and -areas: Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan
OECD-countries (non-EU): Australia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Israel, Japan, Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Turkey, United Kingdom and the United States
As you are traveling from Nigeria, you MUST:

Take a test within 24 hours after arrival in Denmark and self-isolate for 10 days, even though you are vaccinated
You may end the isolation with a negative PCR test taken at least four days after your arrival
If you are not vaccinated or previously infected

Test before or after entry: If you are not either fully vaccinated or previously infected you must take a test before entering Denmark or within 24 hours after arrival from these countries:

EU/Schengen: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Netherlands and the Vatican City
Test after entry: If you are not vaccinated or previously infected you must take a test within 24 hours after entry from the following countries below. This also applies even though you have taken a test before entry:

COVID-19 risk-countries: Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Chile, United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Kuwait, New Zealand, Qatar, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Ukraine and Uruguay
COVID-19 risk-regions and -areas: Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan
Test and self-isolate: If you arrive from any other country than listed above, and if you are not fully vaccinated or previously infected you must take a test within 24 hours of arrival and self-isolate for 10 days after arriving in Denmark, as the country you are traveling from is considered a COVID-19 high-risk country. You may end the isolation with a negative PCR test taken at least four days after arrival

Please check out Coronasmitte’s website for full information regarding coronavirus.

Reasons For Schengen Visa Rejections

How to contact VFS Global in Nigeria
Abuja

Address: Visa Application Centre, Sterling Bank Plaza, 3rd Floor, Plot 1083, Mohammadu Buhari Way, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria

Hours:

Submission Hours Monday and Wednesday 09:00 – 14:00
Email: info.denmarkng@vfshelpline.com

Tel: 2348150188800

This visa application centre has an additional fee requirement:

Service Fee: 5200
Mode of Payment: Naira
Lagos

Address: Visa Application Centre, Plot 110, Admiral Ayinla Way, Opposite Treasure Garden Estate, Third Roundabout, Lekki Phase I, Lagos, Nigeria.

Hours:

Submission Hours Monday and Wednesday 09:00 – 14:00
Email: info.denmarkng@vfshelpline.com

Tel: 2348150188800

This Visa Application Centre has an additional fee requirement:

Service Fee: 5200
Mode of Payment: Naira
Conclusion
To apply for a Denmark visa from the Embassy of Denmark in Nigeria, follow these simple steps:

Step 1 – Identify visa type
Step 2 – Begin your application
Step 3 – Book an appointment
Step 4 – Pay your fees
Step 5 – Visit a visa application center
Step 6 – Track your application
Step 7 – Collect your passport

At Visa Reservation, we strive to simplify the visa process by providing free visa consultations, cover letter templates and no objection letter templates for our clients from US, UK, Canada, Philippines, India, China, UAE, Europe, Nigeria and globally. We also offer flight itinerary for visa, travel medical insurance, hotel reservations for visa , Book Visa Appointment, Travel Guides, Visa Interview Guides and many more. To learn more about how we can help you with our visa services, please feel free to contact us today.

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Re: Denmark Visa From Nigeria – How To Apply For Danish Schengen Visa!!!!!!!!! by sirleke(m): 7:49pm On May 22, 2022
You've done well
Re: Denmark Visa From Nigeria – How To Apply For Danish Schengen Visa!!!!!!!!! by xclusive4visa: 11:31am On Sep 02, 2022
I got my Italy Schengen Visa in 7 days.

Biometric on 16/08/2022
Visa processed 23/08/2022
Passport ready for collection on 25/08/2022.
Re: Denmark Visa From Nigeria – How To Apply For Danish Schengen Visa!!!!!!!!! by agbanimu11: 4:33pm On Sep 02, 2022
Is it possible to process Denmark Work visa from Denmark why you are in Nigeria
Re: Denmark Visa From Nigeria – How To Apply For Danish Schengen Visa!!!!!!!!! by abraolas1: 8:59pm On Sep 02, 2022
xclusive4visa:
I got my Italy Schengen Visa in 7 days.

Biometric on 16/08/2022
Visa processed 23/08/2022
Passport ready for collection on 25/08/2022.

can you brief us the process
Re: Denmark Visa From Nigeria – How To Apply For Danish Schengen Visa!!!!!!!!! by Abratemmy(m): 8:19am On Sep 22, 2022
How can I process Denmark work visa from Nigeria?

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