How to get a Denmark visa from Ghana
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Ghanaian passport holders travelling to Denmark.
Visa types & fees
4 visa options for travelling to Denmark.
Business visa
Student visa
Tourist visa
Work visa
Application requirements
Documents Ghanaian applicants need to provide.
- A valid passport/travel ID
- Proof of financial resources to support you during your stay
- Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs)
- Two current passport-sized photos
- Medical/travel insurance
- Travel itinerary
- Letter of acceptance from university or place of study - for students
- A bank receipt to prove payment of processing fee
- Some embassies/consulates may also request a criminal record certificate.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit Denmark for tourism purposes.
- You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
- The Denmark tourist visa is probably one of the most popular Danish visas.
- It is meant for travelers looking to visit Denmark for less than 90 days for the sole purpose of tourism.
- According to Denmark visa requirements, applicants seeking this visa need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or sponsor in Denmark.
- This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
- During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
- The passport you are using must have at least two blank pages.
- You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
- This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
Business visa
- This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Denmark for business purposes.
- You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Danish company you will be visiting.
- This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the dates of your trip.
- If are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
- Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed.
- Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration.
- You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
- It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by your employer or the local company in Denmark.
Student visa
- This is the type of visa issued to those travelling to Denmark for the purpose of study.
- You are to submit the application for a Denmark student visa at the Denmark embassy or consulate, or any other intermediate application agencies in your country.
- The Denmark student visa may take up to 2-3 months to be issued.
- Unlike the visit visa, the student visa offers a longer duration.
- The decision about your application is based on the information and the supporting documents you provide.
- These documents have to be sent as originals, accompanied by two photocopies of each.
- Any person applying for this visa must be ready to submit proof of an admission into a study program in a recognized Denmark educational institution.
- You are to also submit a letter of commitment by a local resident (a person living in Denmark), showing they’ll be covering your accommodation and/or other living costs while you’ll be there.
Work visa
- If you’re planning on taking a job in Denmark, you need to get a work visa first.
- Figures from the Danish Immigration Service show that more people than ever are moving to Denmark to live, study and work.
- They’re drawn by the stunning countryside, cuisine and the possibility of a great standard of living in cosmopolitan cities.
- Your first priority should be to figure out if you need a work permit at all.
- In some cases, depending on your nationality and the role you’re going to take on, a permit might not be necessary.
- Denmark offers several different work permit options. If you’re coming to work in a role which is short of skilled staff, then you’ll find it easier to get a Danish work permit.
- The government publishes an evolving ‘Positive List’, which is their list of Denmark’s work roles in shortage.
- A letter from your employer in the country confirming that you have been offered a job is required.
- The address of the company, as well as your job description, should be clearly stated in the letter.
Where to apply
Denmark embassy & visa application centers in Ghana.
Accra
| Day | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 08:00 | 16:00 |
| Tue | 08:00 | 16:00 |
| Wed | 08:00 | 16:00 |
| Thu | 08:00 | 16:00 |
| Fri | 08:00 | 16:00 |
| Sat | — | — |
| Sun | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What currency is used in Denmark
Although Denmark is a member of the European Union, the Danes rejected the euro as their form of currency. They continue to use the krone (crown), which breaks down into 100 øre. The plural is kroner.
How safe is Denmark to travel to
Denmark is a very safe country. It is ranked 1 out of 162 of the safest and most dangerous cities.
Is Denmark a Schengen country
Yes. Denmark entered into the Schengen partnership on March 25, 2001.
What is the processing fee for a Denmark visa
Expect to pay an application fee of up to 60 Euros (or an equivalent in dollars).