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The Netherlands, the world’s largest exporter of tulips, is a country located primarily in north western Europe, with three islands in the Caribbean Sea. The capital, Amsterdam, is home to her 907,976 inhabitants of over 176 nationalities.
Holland is known for its low, flat terrain, countless windmills across the country and, of course, tulips. Some of the most popular attractions for travellers include Amsterdam’s canals, the spectacular Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank’s Museum, Van Gogh Museum and Kasteel De Haa. Etc.
It is a founding member of the EU, Eurozone, G10, NATO, OECD, WTO and Schengen Area. Since 1995, when the Schengen member states abolished their internal borders, anyone wishing to visit the Netherlands has been able to apply for a Netherlands Schengen Visa
Entry Requirements for Netherlands
Due to the common travel area of the Schengen area, member states have abolished borders for citizens, so EU citizens only need an identity card to enter the Netherlands. Therefore, if you are an EU citizen, you can enter the Netherlands simply by carrying your ID card/passport.
However, her non-EU travellers wishing to visit the Netherlands must present the following upon arrival at the Dutch port of entry:
A valid passport or travel document. Valid for at least 3 months from the planned date of withdrawal from the Schengen Agreement and issued within the last 10 years.
Visa – if you are covered by the Dutch visa system. return ticket.
A ticket showing that you are returning to your home country, or the next ticket showing that you are leaving the Schengen Area for another country.
Travel insurance to cover medical expenses. The insurance must be valid Schengen-wide and have a minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies.
Sufficient capital. The Dutch embassy/consulate in your country of residence requires you to prove that you have at least 34 euros per day that you wish to spend in the Netherlands.
In addition, Dutch border guards may ask you some questions about your trip to Netherlands.
- What are you visiting Holland for?
- How long do you want to stay in Holland?
- Where are you planning to live in the Netherlands? etc.
Remember that the border police make the final decision on whether or not you are allowed to enter the Netherlands. If, after examining the documents, the Dutch border guards conclude that they do not pose a threat to the Netherlands, they will be allowed to enter the Netherlands and will be allowed to enter the Schengen area.
Make sure your passport is stamped by a Dutch border guard when you enter the Netherlands. Without the stamp you can be fined or imprisoned in the Netherlands.
Who Require a Schengen visa to Get into the Netherlands?
Before traveling to the Netherlands, you should check whether you need a short stay visa based on your purpose of entry. If you belong to one of the following categories, you need a visa to enter the Netherlands and other Schengen countries.
You are a passport holder from a third world country that has not signed a visa liberalization agreement with the Schengen countries
You hold a passport from a third world country that has a visa liberalization agreement with a Schengen country, but I have previously been denied entry to the Netherlands or another Schengen country.
Note: These visas allow you to stay in the Netherlands for up to 90 days within a period of 180 days. If you need a visa for a long-term stay in the Netherlands, apply for a Dutch national visa instead.
What documents do I need to apply for a Schengen visa for the Netherlands?
Due to Dutch visa regulations, legal documents must be submitted to the Dutch embassy/consulate in your country of residence as part of your Dutch short-term visa application. The legal Dutch visa requirements are:
- Dutch visa application form. Please complete completely and truthfully. After printing, don’t forget to sign at the end
- Two passport photos. The photo must be no older than 3 months and must be taken in accordance with the Dutch Schengen visa application photo requirements.
- A valid passport. Make sure your passport is no older than 10 years and is valid for at least 3 months from the date you plan to leave the Netherlands and the entire Schengen area
- Copy of previous visa (if applicable)
- Netherlands Travel Health Insurance. Confirmation that you have travel health insurance that is valid for the Dutch territory and the entire Schengen Area. Your insurance must cover medical emergencies in this zone with a minimum range of €30,000.
- Round-trip schedule. A document showing that you have booked a flight to/from the Netherlands. This document must include flight number, date and customer details
- Proof of accommodation. Proof of where you will be staying during your stay in the Netherlands. i.e., Hotel reservations.
- Proof of citizenship. This can be a marriage certificate, a child’s birth certificate, a spouse’s death certificate, etc.
- Proof of sufficient financial means for your stay in the Netherlands. The Dutch embassy/consulate in his country of residence requires proof that he has at least 34 euros per day for use in the Netherlands.
- A cover letters. A personal letter explaining why you are applying for a visit to the Netherlands, how long you will be staying, when you will depart and other details.
Additional Dutch Visa Requirements Depending on your Status of Employment
If employed:
- Employment contract
- Current bank statement of the latest 6 months
- Leave permission from the employer
- Income Tax Return (ITR) form or
If self-employed:
- A copy of your business license
- Company bank statement of the latest 6 months
- Income Tax Return (ITR)
If a student:
- Proof of enrolment
- No-objection certificate from school or university
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If retired:
- Pension statement of the latest 6 months
If applicable:
- Income proof of regular income produced by the property, for last 6 months
Read about: No-objection certificate from school or university.
Dutch Visa Requirements for Minors
Minors applying for a short-stay visa in the Netherlands, or parents applying for a visa for minors, must complete the following additional Dutch visa requirements in their application documents:
- Excerpt from the birth certificate of minors traveling to the Netherlands.
- Dutch application signed by parents.
- Identity documents signed by parents (one document per parent)
- Consent letter from the parents that the minor can travel.
- A court decision indicating which parent was given parental responsibility for the minor, if applicable.
- A statement from the minor’s school consenting to the minor’s absence (if applicable).
Note: Minor children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when applying at the Dutch Embassy/Consulate in their home country.
Additional requirements based on purpose of entry into the Netherlands
Depending on your purpose for entering the Netherlands, you will need to present some additional documents. Below are additional Dutch visa requirements based on the purpose of your trip to the Netherlands.
Netherlands airport transit visa requirements
A Dutch airport transit visa allows you to land at a Dutch airport, stay in the international zone of the airport for up to 24 hours, and take another flight to a non-Schengen destination country.
Documents required for a Schengen visa for airport transit to the Netherlands
The following additional documents must be presented when applying for a Dutch airport transit visa:
- A valid visa for the last country to travel (if required)
- Air ticket for the last country to travel.
Netherlands transit visa requirements
The Dutch transit visa was introduced for persons arriving in the Netherlands by sea from non-Schengen countries, especially seafarers.
Documents required for a transit Schengen visa to the Netherlands
When applying for a transit visa for the Netherlands, you will need to present the following additional documents:
- A valid visa for the country you are traveling to (if required).
- Last country ticket to travel.
- The original and a copy of the seaman’s notebook (required only for seafarers).
- A letter from the inviting shipping company. Issued by a shipping company that welcomes the Schengen countries where seafarers disembark (required for seafarers only).
- Employment contract. Boarding contract with shipping company/ship (required only for seafarers).
Netherlands tourist visa requirements
If the sole purpose of your trip to the Netherlands is for holidays, cruising, sightseeing or other leisure activities, you should apply for a Dutch transit visa.
Required documents for Dutch Schengen visitor visa:
If you are applying for a visa to visit friends or relatives in the Netherlands, you will need to present the following additional documents:
- Proof of financial means. Proof that you have enough money to live on during your stay in the Netherlands. This could be a:
- Bank statements, passbooks, personal bank statements, credit card statements, or balances from the last 6 months
- Sponsor letter. If someone else is financially supporting your trip to Holland. Also known as an affidavit of support.
- Travel itinerary. A detailed daily plan for your Netherlands trip.
- Letter of Invitation. Through relatives/friends living in the Netherlands, we invite you to visit us.
- Proof of relationship with a host residing in the Netherlands.
Business visa requirements in the Netherlands
If you want to travel to the Netherlands for business activities, signing contracts, attending business meetings, etc., you should apply for a Dutch business visa.
Documents required for a business Schengen visa to the Netherlands
When applying for a Dutch business visa, you will need to submit the following additional documents:
- Invitation letter from the Dutch company to be visited with its exact address and date of visit.
- Dispatch letter from employer. This letter should state the reason for traveling to Netherlands.
- Business statement. Preferably within the last 6 months.
- Memorandum and Article of Association. A certified copy (registered to a stock company) must be submitted.
- Trading license (originally issued and currently being renewed).
- Proof of travel funds. As regards the applicant’s expenses during his stay in the Netherlands, either the employer or the affiliated company must state that the expenses will be included in the letter or invitation.
Netherlands study visa requirements
If you plan to travel to the Netherlands and stay there for up to 90 days in a 6-month period, you should apply for a Dutch student visa before you travel to the Netherlands.
Required documents for a Schengen visa for students to the Netherlands
When applying for a Dutch student visa, you will need to present the following additional documents:
- A letter of no objection from your current educational institution (if applicable).
- Internship contract. Signed between Dutch company, home branch and trainees.
Dutch medical visa requirements
If you are traveling to the Netherlands for surgery, treatment or any other medical procedure, you must apply for a Dutch medical visa.
Documents required for a Schengen medical visa to the Netherlands
When applying for a medical visa in the Netherlands, you will need to present the following additional documents:
Local medical report. It is issued by a doctor/clinic/hospital in your home country and confirms that you need treatment in the Netherlands
A medical certificate issued by a Netherlands hospital or doctor confirming the date of your appointment and your health status. You also need to make sure that the hospital can provide certain treatments and you will be admitted accordingly
Proof of financial agreement
Official confirmation of the treatment/appointment by the receiving medical institution (hospital/clinic) in the Netherlands.
Dutch cultural/sports/film crew/religious event visa requirements
If you are traveling to the Netherlands to attend a cultural, sporting or religious event or as part of a film crew, you must apply for a Netherlands Visa for Cultural/Sports/Film Crew/Religious Events.
Documents required for a Schengen visa to the Netherlands for cultural, sports, film crew or religious purposes:
If you apply for a Dutch visa to attend cultural/sporting/religious events in Netherlands, you will need to present the following additional documents:
- Information about the event. As:
- Invitation letter from the competent Dutch authorities, specifying the type of event or activity to be held in the Netherlands.
- Event ticket.
- Registration terms
- Detailed program of events in Netherlands
- Documents containing other information related to the event, such as the name of the applicant (crew member)
- Evidence of previous performances. Participation in previous festivals and ceremonies (culture, religion), sports competitions, winning certificates, proof of world/international rankings (sports)
Netherlands Spouse visa requirements for Dutch citizens
If you are married to a Dutch citizen and wish to stay in the Netherlands for a short period of time, you should apply for a Dutch Spouse Visa for Dutch Citizens.
Documents required for Dutch Schengen visa for wife/husband of Dutch citizen
If you are applying for a Dutch visa as a spouse of a Dutch citizen/citizen, you will need to submit the following additional documents:
- Proof of Dutch citizenship (ID card or consular card or Dutch citizenship or naturalization certificate).
- Dutch marriage certificate
- Dutch Family Book
Netherlands visa requirements for official visits
If you are traveling to the Netherlands as part of an official delegation representing a government, institution or organization, you will need to apply for an official visitor visa for the Netherlands.
Dutch Schengen visa for members of official visit
If you apply for a Dutch visa as part of an official delegation, you will need to submit the following additional documents:
- Official copy of the invitation
- Evidence of the purpose of the trip (negotiations, meetings, organization of intergovernmental bodies, consultations).
How do I apply for a short stay visa for the Dutch?
To complete the short-stay visa application process in the Netherlands, you must complete the following steps:
- Check what type of Dutch visa you need
- Please check where to apply
- Collect Dutch visa requirements
- Arrange a visa interview
- Attend an interview at the relevant Dutch Embassy/Consulate/VAC.
Where can I apply for a Dutch short stay visa?
Dutch authorities around the world have different rules regarding the issuance of visas. Therefore, you may need to submit your application to one of the following Dutch diplomatic missions in your home country:
- Embassy of the Netherlands
- Dutch Consulate
- Visa application centres where the Netherlands entrusts the issuance of visas
- Embassy/Consulate of another Schengen country entrusted by the Netherlands to issue visas
Who can apply for a Schengen visa at the Dutch Embassy/Consulate/VAC?
If the only Schengen country you wish to visit is the Netherlands, please submit an application for a short stay visa to the Dutch Embassy/Consulate in your country of residence.
However, if you also want to visit other countries, the Dutch Embassy/Consulate will only process your application if one of the following applies:
- The number of days spent in the Netherlands is longer than in other countries.
- Spend the same number of days in each country, but enter the Schengen area via the Netherlands.
Furthermore, the Dutch Embassy/Consulate/VAC will only accept your application if it meets one of the following criteria:
- You are a citizen of the country from which you are applying.
- You are a foreigner with a permanent/temporary residence permit in the country from which you are applying.
Note: It is not possible to apply for a Dutch short-stay visa from a country where you currently have a visa.
How long does it take to get a Dutch visa?
Processing time for a Dutch short stay visa can take up to 15 days. This period may be extended for up to 30 days, depending on certain circumstances. In exceptional cases, it may take up to 60 days as the Dutch Embassy needs to check with other Schengen consulates.
To avoid delays in issuing your Dutch short-stay visa, you should submit your application as early as possible, at least three months before your arrival in the Netherlands.
How much does it cost to apply for a Dutch visa?
Dutch short-term visa fees are as follows:
- Dutch visa for adult travellers €80
- Dutch visa for children (6 – 12 years old) 40 €
- Netherlands visa for children (under 6) free
In addition, some applicants are exempt from paying the fee, while others are required to pay a lower amount.
Check out our list of Dutch Schengen visa fees to see if you belong to one of these categories.
How long can I stay in the Netherlands without a visa?
If you are a citizen of a visa-exempt country, you can enter and stay in the Netherlands for up to 90 days within a period of 180 days. Again, depending on your nationality, if you wish to stay longer than 90 days, you will need to:
- EU/EEA citizens – register with the relevant Dutch authorities within 3 months of arrival.
- Citizens of Australia, Israel, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, South Korea and the United States – Apply for a residence permit within 3 months of arrival.
- Citizens of the remaining visa-exempt countries – Apply for a long-stay visa in your country of residence.
If you are a national of a country that does not have a visa exemption agreement with the Netherlands and other Schengen countries, apply for a visa before traveling to the Netherlands or any other Schengen country, even for short stays need to do it.
Important:
Make sure you understand the 90/180 Schengen visa rules. Overstaying has consequences, so check our visa calculator to count the number of legal days left in the Schengen area.
Can I extend my Schengen visa in the Netherlands?
Yes, you can extend your Dutch Schengen visa, but only in exceptional cases, such as when new facts or special reasons arise after you have entered the Netherlands. B. Humanitarian Reasons or Force Majeure. You can apply for an extension at:
- Immigration and Naturalization Service office or
- Seaport Police Rotterdam-Rijnmond
Read How to extend your Schengen visa in the Netherlands to understand the circumstances and conditions under which you can extend your Schengen visa for the Netherlands.
Can I Revoke my Dutch Schengen visa?
Yes, your Netherlands visa may be revoked if the Dutch competent authorities conclude that the conditions for issuing the visa have not been met.
If you are in the Netherlands at the time the decision to cancel your visa is made, you will be given a time limit to leave the Netherlands. If you do not leave the Netherlands or the Schengen Area within this period, you will be considered to be in the Netherlands illegally.
Please note that failure by the visa holder to provide entry requirements to border authorities may also result in the visa being invalidated or cancelled, although not automatically.
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