Note
a. Netherlands is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen
Agreement.
Since March 1995, a 'borderless' region known as the Schengen
area has been declared covering the following states: Austria,
Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland,
Netherlands, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal,
Netherlands and Sweden.
Schengen countries now issue standard Schengen visas,
and nationals holding visas issued by one of the Schengen
countries are, in principle, permitted to travel freely within
the borders of all 15. However, since Schengen states are
still free to decide their own visa requirements, entry regulations
may vary and nationals not requiring a visa for one Schengen
country may require one for other Schengen countries. This
has various practical implications and for example, travellers
may be refused entry to a Schengen country for which they
do not require a visa if holding onward tickets to a country
for which they do require a visa.
Travellers should check with the authorities of the country
they intend to visit as to whether they require a visa. If
visiting more than one Schengen country, the traveller should
apply for the Schengen visa to the Embassy/Consulate of the
first or main country to be visited.
PASSPORTS
Passport valid for at least three months after the last day
of the intended visit required by all except:
1. certain nationals of EU countries holding a valid national
ID card. Enquire at the nearest Consulate/Embassy for further
details.
VISAS
Required by all except the following for stays of up to three
months:
a. nationals referred to in the chart and under passport exemptions
above (except 2. nationals of Latvia who do require a visa)
b. nationals of Andorra, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei,
Bulgaria, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Iceland, Israel, Korea (Rep), Liechtenstein, Malaysia,
Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay,
Romania, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, Uruguay, Venezuela
and Vatican City.
c. transit passengers continuing their journey to or from
other Schengen countries within 72 hours by the same or first
connecting aircraft, provided holding onward or return documentation
and not leaving the airport.
Note
Nationals of Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Congo (Dem Rep),
Eritrea, Ethiopia, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Iran, Iraq,
Nigeria, Pakistan, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan
and the Syrian Arab Republic passing through The Netherlands
always require an airport transit visa, unless holding a Residence
Permit for the USA or EEA countries, UK or temporary residence
permit for Canada and the USA, valid on the departure date
from The Netherlands, with a confirmed onward ticket and are
not leaving the transit lounge. Transit passengers are advised
to check transit regulations with the relevant Embassy or
Consulate before travelling.
Types
of visa and cost
A uniform type of visa, the Schengen visa, is issued free
of charge for the relevant Schengen member nationals. For
tourist, business and private visits. Short-stay, Multiple-entry
and Transit visas are available for approximately €35,
although prices are subject to change.
All visas are subject to a non-refundable visa handling charge
of £25, depending on the type of visa and the exchange
rate. The Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy) can be
contacted for further details.
Note
Spouses and children under 21 years and/or dependents of EU
nationals (providing spouse’s passport and the original
marriage/birth certificate, mentioning name of parents with
certified translation in English for Embassy in London are
produced) receive their visas free of charge (enquire at Embassy
or Consulate for details).
Nationals of the Dominican Republic, Ghana, India, Nigeria
and Pakistan should have their marriage and birth certificates
verified and legalised by the relevant Netherlands Embassy
or a visa fee will be charged.
Validity
Short-stay visas are valid for up to 6 months from date of
issue for single or multiple-entries of maximum 90 days per
entry.
Transit visas are valid for single or multiple-entries of
maximum five days per entry, including the day of arrival.
Visas cannot be extended and a new application must be made
each time.
Application
Applications should be made in person. Travellers visiting
just one Schengen country should apply to the Consulate of
that country and travellers visiting more than one Schengen
country should apply to the Consulate of the country chosen
as the main destination or the country they will enter first
(if they have no main destination). Consulate (or Consular
section at Embassy), see Contact Addresses section.
Application requirements
Tourist Visa
a. Passport (valid for at least three months longer than the
validity of the visa requested) containing a blank page to
affix the visa, or official travel document accepted by Schengen
countries. If travelling on a new passport, the old one must
also be submitted. A residence permit should be endorsed in
your current valid passport and must still be valid on departure
from the Schengen area.
b. Completed application form, listing full address and daytime
telephone number.
For minors under 18 years, it is necessary to submit approval
from both parents or legal guardians, submitting a copy of
each parent’s/guardian’s passport.
c. One passport-size photo.
d. Fee, where applicable (cash or postage order only).
e. Travel insurance policy covering medical expenses, including
emergency hotel treatment and repatriation, taken out in the
UK, and with a minimum cover of €30 per day.
f. Evidence of sufficient funds for period of stay (eg bank
statements or travellers cheques amounting to a minimum of
£30 per day).
g. Original recent letter of guarantee legalised by town hall
from sponsor in The Netherlands with a copy of his/her passport,
residence permit and pay slips for the last three months,
plus proof of accommodation.
Business
a. Passport (valid for at least three months longer than the
validity of the visa requested) containing a blank page to
affix the visa, or official travel document accepted by Schengen
countries. If travelling on a new passport, the old one must
also be submitted. A residence permit should be endorsed in
your current valid passport and must still be valid on departure
from the Schengen area.
b. Completed application form, listing full address and daytime
telephone number.
For minors under 18 years, it is necessary to submit approval
from both parents or legal guardians, submitting a copy of
each parent’s/guardian’s passport.
c. One passport-size photo.
d. Fee, where applicable (cash or postage order only).
e. Travel insurance policy covering medical expenses, including
emergency hotel treatment and repatriation, taken out in the
UK, and with a minimum cover of €30 per day.
f. Evidence of sufficient funds for period of stay (eg bank
statements or travellers cheques amounting to a minimum of
£30 per day).
g. An invitation from a Dutch company confirming duration
and purpose of stay, and a recent letter from the applicant’s
employer, solicitor, bank manager or local Chamber of Commerce,
plus last payslip. If unemployed, submit a letter from a solicitor,
accountant or Company House. If unemployed, submit Social
Security booklet.
Student
Visa
a. Passport (valid for at least three months longer than the
validity of the visa requested) containing a blank page to
affix the visa, or official travel document accepted by Schengen
countries. If travelling on a new passport, the old one must
also be submitted. A residence permit should be endorsed in
your current valid passport and must still be valid on departure
from the Schengen area.
b. Completed application form, listing full address and daytime
telephone number.
For minors under 18 years, it is necessary to submit approval
from both parents or legal guardians, submitting a copy of
each parent’s/guardian’s passport.
c. One passport-size photo.
d. Fee, where applicable (cash or postage order only).
e. Travel insurance policy covering medical expenses, including
emergency hotel treatment and repatriation, taken out in the
UK, and with a minimum cover of €30 per day.
f. Evidence of sufficient funds for period of stay (eg bank
statements or travellers cheques amounting to a minimum of
£30 per day).
g. A letter from the applicant’s school, college or
university.
Note
a. The number of forms and photos required may vary according
to the nationality of the applicant.
b. The applicant may also be asked to provide further relevant
documentation in certain cases.
c. Applications must be made in person for those residing
in the vicinity of London, UK, and appointments to do so must
be made in advance by telephoning the automated telephone
appointments booking service (telephone number: (09065) 540
720, calls are charged at £1 per minute).
For those married to a Dutch national, it is not necessary
to telephone the automated booking service. Those married
to Dutch nationals may visit the Embassy in London from 0900
hrs-1100 hrs on any working day, or visit another of the Dutch
consulates in the UK. An original marriage certificate and
original passport of Dutch spouse must be submitted. Postal
applications are not accepted.
Working
days required
Normally within 24 hours, but can take up to 3 months for
certain nationals. It is essential to apply with plenty of
time to spare (3 weeks at the very least).
Temporary
residence
Work permit and residence permit required for non-EU nationals.
Enquire at Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy) for
further information; see Contact
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