Denmark visa requirements for Cape Verdians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Cape Verdians visiting Denmark

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Danish Visa.


  • An International passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date.
  • The passport must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • The parents/legal guardians have to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken on a white background.
  • Travel documents must be completely provided.
  • Proof of financial capability.
  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicants' ties to the home country.
  • A police report showing a clean criminal record.
  • Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fees.

Denmark Visa for Cape Verdians

Facts about Denmark


Denmark is a Scandinavian country comprising numerous islands. The capital of Denmark, Copenhagen, is home to the iconic Little Mermaid statue, royal palaces, the Tivoli amusement park as well as the colorful Nyhavn harbor.

The number of tourists arrivals in Denmark has been on the rise year after year. The country is on the heels of the major tourist destinations in the world. The country receives an average of 7.5 million visitors yearly and this is significantly going to increase in years to come.

Denmark is ranked as the eleventh most developed country in the world. The country is said to be one of the countries with the lowest level of corruption and has one of the world’s highest per capita income. 

Types of Denmark Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Medical visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days Over 90 days
Tourist visa 15 days 90

General Requirements for Denmark Visa


  • An International passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date.
  • The passport must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • The parents/legal guardians have to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken on a white background.
  • Travel documents must be completely provided.
  • Proof of financial capability.
  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicants' ties to the home country.
  • A police report showing a clean criminal record.
  • Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fees.

Denmark Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

448.00 (DKK)

Medical visa

448.00 (DKK)

Student visa

448.00 (DKK)

Tourist visa

448.00 (DKK)

Denmark Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Cape Verde


Location

Address

Mindelo

Rua Patrício Lumumba 3 C.P. 12 Mindelo, São Vicente Cape Verde

www.kapverde.um.dk

tropictour.sv@cvtelecom.cv

(+238) 232 1785 (+238) 991 8486

Frequently Asked Questions


What is Denmark known for?

The Danish are famous for the Lurpak butter which can be bought in stores in over 100 countries. The Bacon is another product which was originally imported from Denmark in 1867. Even though all these are Danish strong points, this list would not be complete without the famous blue Danish cookies we all know and love.


What is Denmark's official language?

The official language in Denmark is Danish. There are other minority languages such as Faroese, German and Greenlandic and a good number of Danes also speak English.


What is Denmark's official currency?

The official currency in Denmark is the Danish Kroner with its sign as Kr and its code written as DKK. In certain stores, prices are written in Euro but no shop attendant is obliged to collect Euro since the official currency is Kroner.


What is the minimum wage in Denmark?

The minimum wage in Denmark is 20 USD per hour.