QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for Denmark with a South African passport?
You need a visa for Denmark. Apply before you travel.
Rule verified by QuickTravelTools on October 10, 2026.
Visa rules for all 199 passports: Denmark visa hub.
What you need
- Passport: should be valid at least 6 months after your trip ends.
- Fee: 90 EUR, Schengen short-stay visa (uniform visa); EUR 45 for children aged 6-12, free for children under 6
Source: European Commission (DG Migration and Home Affairs). - Processing time: 15 days (may be extended to up to 45 days)
Source: European Commission (DG Migration and Home Affairs). - Official information: Official visa information page, Denmark (Danish Immigration Service)
Official sources
- Citizens of visa-free countries need no visa to visit Denmark and may stay in the Schengen region for a maximum combined 90 days in any 180-day period. (Danish Immigration Service (Udlændingestyrelsen), verified October 5, 2026)
- U.S. citizens may enter Denmark for up to 90 days for tourism without a visa; Denmark is party to the Schengen Agreement. (U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, verified October 5, 2026)
- Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Annexes I and II: the common EU list of third countries whose nationals must (Annex I) or must not (Annex II) hold a visa for short stays in the Schengen area. Loaded live, HTTP 200 on 2026-10-06; this is the destination's full inbound matrix as a Schengen member state. (EUR-Lex (Official Journal of the European Union), verified October 6, 2026)
Denmark at a glance
| Region | Europe |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 88 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type C/E/F/K sockets, 230/400 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, Denmark is one of the pricier places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 88 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Denmark compares to 179 countries.
On power, you are in luck: both South African outlets and Denmark's use Type C, so many of your chargers should fit as-is. Full plug and voltage guide for Denmark.
A Schengen visa application requires proof of travel medical insurance: at least €30,000 in coverage, valid across the Schengen area. Get a quote from SafetyWing.
Source: European Commission.
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Common questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for Denmark?
Yes. You need a visa for Denmark. Apply before you travel.
How long can a South African passport holder stay in Denmark?
The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from official government sources and verified by QuickTravelTools, and it can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Denmark's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
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