Visa Information

Netherlands

Netherlands

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Please find below the Netherlands Tourist visa requirements, kindly submit the documents in the exact order given below to VFS during submission and do not staple any document.

 

  • Submit in person (including minors).
  • Provide original and one copy of each document.
  • Documents must be in or translated to Dutch, English, French, or Spanish.
  • All documents, except the travel document, will not be returned.

 

Application Form

  • Schengen visa application form: Complete and sign.

 

Travel Documents

  • Passport or travel document:
  • Valid for at least 3 months beyond departure from Schengen.
  • At least 2 blank visa pages.
  • Issued within the last 10 years.
  • Copy of all pages of the passport.
  • If traveling with minors:
  • With one parent: Notarized consent from the other parent or guardian (if applicable).
  • Alone: Notarized consent from both parents or legal guardians.
  • Provide copies of parents’ passports or birth certificate of the minor and ID copies of the parents.

 

Proof of Legal Residence

  • Evidence of legal residence (e.g., passport, visa, or residence permit).
  • Residence permit valid for at least 3 months beyond Schengen departure.

 

Photo

  • One passport photo meeting Dutch standards, taken within the last 6 months.

 

Proof of Travel

  • Flight reservation (return or round trip).
  • For travel to multiple Schengen countries, intra-Schengen flight/train/car rental proof.
  • Accommodation proof:
  • Hotel reservation or rental.
  • If staying with family/friends, a Proof of Sponsorship form.
  • Marriage certificate (if married) or ration card (if applicable).

 

Proof of Financial Means

  • Personal bank statements for the last 3 months (stamped and signed).
  • Income tax returns for the last 2 assessment years.
  • If employed:
  • Last 3 months’ payslips.
  • Employment contract and employer’s leave approval.
  • If self-employed:
  • Company registration certificate.
  • If sponsored:
  • Sponsorship form.
  • If retired:
  • Pension statements for the last 3 months.
  • Proof of income from property or business ownership.

 

Proof of Health Insurance

  • Insurance policy in applicant’s name.
  • Valid throughout Schengen area for the entire stay.
  • Covers at least €30,000 in medical expenses, including hospital care, emergency treatment, and repatriation.

 

Additional Visa Requirements

  • Visa/residence permit for the final destination (if applicable).

 

 

Processing Time: 15– 20 working day (depends upon the embassy).