Questions about Treaty Trader Visas
What is a registered E company?
Regulations regarding E visas are complicated. As a result, we are required to conduct a detailed review of every company wishing to obtain E visas. Once the review is completed and successful, we add the company's name to the register of E companies for Denmark. Once a company is registered, its employees can apply for E visas following the same procedures as other visa applicants.
How do I register my company?
Detailed instructions can be found on our Treaty Traders Visa Registration page.
How long will it take to review a company's registration request?
Processing time for review of treaty trader registration applications is usually three to six weeks.
Can I send E company registration documents without an individual application?
Initial registration applications must be accompanied by an individual application with proof of payment of the visa application fee (original Jyske bank receipt).
Note: If your company has an active and up-to-date E company registry, you may make your visa appointment online and pay the application fee in the regular manner.
Once my company is registered, how long will it take to process my visa?
Please allow at least 1 week for processing. Visa processing time depends on the case. Some cases may take 2 to 3 weeks or more to process. In the peak summer and winter seasons, processing may take longer, so plan ahead and apply for a visa in advance of your travel date.
How can I find out if my company is registered?
You may send an email inquiry.
My company registered last year. How do we keep the registration active?
Form DS-156E and Financial Statements must be submitted annually to keep your company registration active. If an employee from a “non-active” company applies for an E visa, we will request an updated Form DS-156E and financial statement. If you do not submit any updates for five years, your company registration will expire. Companies under “expired” registration status must register again.
What is substantial trade?
I am in the US. Can I send my E visa application to Denmark?
We do not accept visa applications from the U.S. If you are registering you company, the US firm or lawyer can mail us the registration documents from the US. You will, however, be required to appear personally for an interview in Copenhagen to apply for your visa.
Can my family members work in the US?
Family members may work on derivative E visas if permission has been obtained in advance from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).