Passport
- Original passport issued within 10 years
- Valid for 6 months beyond the last intended date of departure from Netherlands
- Should contain at least 2 blank visa pages
- Should have no alteration or handwritten amendments in the data pages
Netherlands Visa Online Plans
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15 Upto 30 Days
Multiple Entry
Standard
- Visa Type : STICKER
- Processing Time : 20 to 25 Business Days
- Stay : 15 Upto 30 Days
- Validity : 30 Upto 90 Days
- Entry Type : Multiple Entry
The processing time will start from the time of submission of the application
Visa fee of 80 EUR to be submitted by the applicant at the time of biometrics.
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Prices are subject to change without notice
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15 Upto 30 Days
Single Entry
Standard
- Visa Type : STICKER
- Processing Time : 20 to 25 Business Days
- Stay : 15 Upto 30 Days
- Validity : 30 Upto 90 Days
- Entry Type : Single Entry
The processing time will start from the time of submission of the application
Visa fee of 80 EUR to be submitted by the applicant at the time of biometrics.
Business Days: Monday to Friday
Prices are subject to change without notice
NO DATA FOUND Documents Required
Documents Required for Netherlands Tourist Visa
Documents Required for Netherlands Business Visa
Documents Required for Netherlands Transit Visa
Passport
- Original passport issued within 10 years
- Valid for 6 months beyond the last intended date of departure from Netherlands
- Should contain at least 2 blank visa pages
- Should have no alteration or handwritten amendments in the data pages
Photograph
- Three recent colored passport size photographs (35 mm wide by 45 mm high without border) and taken within the last 3 months
- The facial image must be between 25 mm and 35 mm from chin to crown
- Taken against a plain white background with matt or semi-matt finish
- Please note that scanned or unclear photographs will not be accepted
Photograph
- Three recent colored passport size photographs (35 mm wide by 45 mm high without border) and taken within the last 3 months
- The facial image must be between 25 mm and 35 mm from chin to crown
- Taken against a plain white background with matt or semi-matt finish
- Please note that scanned or unclear photographs will not be accepted
Accommodation
- Applicant must provide one of the accommodation proof :
- Holding/Confirmed Hotel Voucher
- Cruise Confirmation Voucher
- In case staying with friend’s or relative’s place then invitation letter with invitee Id proof, passport or residence card copy along with their financial documents (email with colored scan copies will work)
Accommodation
- Applicant must provide one of the accommodation proof :
- Holding/Confirmed Hotel Voucher
- Cruise Confirmation Voucher
- In case staying with friend’s or relative’s place then invitation letter with invitee Id proof, passport or residence card copy along with their financial documents (email with colored scan copies will work)
Flight Ticket
- Holding/Confirmed flight reservation (India to onward and Return)
Flight Ticket
- Holding/Confirmed flight reservation (India to onward and Return)
Itinerary
- Day wise itinerary which gives information about your travel plans on plain A4 size paper or else if booked through travel agent then on their letterhead
Itinerary
- Day wise itinerary which gives information about your travel plans on plain A4 size paper or else if booked through travel agent then on their letterhead
Travel Insurance
- Travel insurance is mandatory with coverage of minimum 30,000 Euros or 50,000 USD / person
- All expenses which include repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention or emergency medical treatment in hospital
- The insurance should cover the entire stay in the territory of Schengen
- Applicants applying for a period of 6 months or one-year multiple-entry visas are not entitled to provide 180/365 day coverage. Submitting an insurance policy that covers the first journey is sufficient
Travel Insurance
- Travel insurance is mandatory with coverage of minimum 30,000 Euros or 50,000 USD / person
- All expenses which include repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention or emergency medical treatment in hospital
- The insurance should cover the entire stay in the territory of Schengen
- Applicants applying for a period of 6 months or one-year multiple-entry visas are not entitled to provide 180/365 day coverage. Submitting an insurance policy that covers the first journey is sufficient
Proof Of Sufficient Funds For Undertaking Travel
- Applicant needs to provide last 6 months bank statement signed and attested by a bank official in case the applicant is employed else need to provide bank statement of the person sponsoring your trip
- All bank statements must be dated within the last 1 week
Proof Of Sufficient Funds For Undertaking Travel
- Applicant needs to provide last 6 months bank statement signed and attested by a bank official in case the applicant is employed else need to provide bank statement of the person sponsoring your trip
- All bank statements must be dated within the last 1 week
Itr
- Income tax return assessment for the last 3 years in case the applicant is employed else need to provide income tax return of the person sponsoring your trip
Itr
- Income tax return assessment for the last 3 years in case the applicant is employed else need to provide income tax return of the person sponsoring your trip
Cover Letter
- A Covering letter from the Applicant on A4 Size Paper (if Employed) or else on Business Letter Head (if Self Employed)
Cover Letter
- A Covering letter from the Applicant on A4 Size Paper (if Employed) or else on Business Letter Head (if Self Employed)
Employment Letter
- Employment letter on official company letterhead, stamped and dated; containing contact information (address, email, telephone number) as well as name, position and signature of the countersigning officer
- The letter must state the name and position of the applicant, salary, years of employment and approval of absence/position after returning
Employment Letter
- Employment letter on official company letterhead, stamped and dated; containing contact information (address, email, telephone number) as well as name, position and signature of the countersigning officer
- The letter must state the name and position of the applicant, salary, years of employment and approval of absence/position after returning
Noc
- NOC from School / Institute along with Xerox of ID card (in case of student / minor)
Noc
- NOC from School / Institute along with Xerox of ID card (in case of student / minor)
Gst Copy
- If Self Employed then applicant need to provide a GST Copy
Gst Copy
- If Self Employed then applicant need to provide a GST Copy
Leave Letter
- Leave letter from the company along with a copy of Employment ID Card (if employed)
Leave Letter
- Leave letter from the company along with a copy of Employment ID Card (if employed)
Biometric
- Indian citizens applying for a Schengen visa for the first time will have to appear in person in order to provide biometric data
- Children under the age of 12 are exempted from this requirement. Visa2fly will book a convenient appointment for bio-metric data and visa application submission, at the appointed visa application center
- Previously submitted biometric data (after 2nd November 2015) is valid for travel to any Schengen country for 59 months from the date of submission
- In some unique situations, some member country may ask for re-submission of biometric data if they deem necessary
Biometric
- Indian citizens applying for a Schengen visa for the first time will have to appear in person in order to provide biometric data
- Children under the age of 12 are exempted from this requirement. Visa2fly will book a convenient appointment for bio-metric data and visa application submission, at the appointed visa application center
- Previously submitted biometric data (after 2nd November 2015) is valid for travel to any Schengen country for 59 months from the date of submission
- In some unique situations, some member country may ask for re-submission of biometric data if they deem necessary
Important Information
Important Visa Information for Netherlands
- Netherlands is one of the 26 Schengen countries.
- Schengen Area comprises of the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland
- All Indian passport holders require a valid visa to enter Netherlands
- If multiple countries in a Schengen area is to be visited then Netherlands must be the country with the maximum duration of stay or if all the stays at the Schengen countries are same, then it must be the first country at the port of entry in the Schengen area
- Each applicant must have all the mandatory documents as mentioned in requirement tabs above
- In addition to the documents mentioned, our visa experts or the concerned embassy may require you to furnish additional documents to process your visa.Your cooperation in furnishing any such additional documents is essential for a positive outcome
- Fee may vary for country if rate of exchange of Euro fluctuates
- Visa fee is nonrefundable whether visa is approved or rejected
- Processing time is indicative & prices are subject to fluctuation
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions for Netherlands Visa
For all the 26 Schengen countries, travel insurance is mandatory. You can apply for travel insurance online right away.
About Netherlands
If you are dreaming about a trip out of a pinterest board, Netherlands is the place to be. With its aesthetic landscape of canals, tulip fields and cycling routes, Netherlands offers a picturesque experience for the travellers.
Netherlands means ‘lower countries’ and it is so because the region falls below or just above the sea level. From museums celebrating art and history to happening nightlife, the country has it all. One of the 26 Schengen countries, Netherlands is known for its cheese, flowers and windmills and is still widely known as Holland.
Amsterdam is one of the most famous cities of the country which is home to beautiful canals and Anne Frank’s hideout during World War II. While the majority of the population speaks Dutch, other languages that are commonly heard are French, English and German.
Do Indians need a visa for the Netherlands?
Yes, Indian passport holders who are planning to travel to the Netherlands require a visa to enter the country for tourism or work purposes.
The standard sticker visa offers a single visa entry that allows Indians to stay in the Netherlands upto 30 days. The sticker visa for the Netherlands may be processed within 20-25 business days.
Please note that the entry type and validity are subject to approval by the embassy.
Netherlands visa on arrival for Indians
No, Indians cannot avail a visa on arrival service in the Netherlands. Visa on arrival enables travellers to obtain a visa at the time of their arrival at the destination country without applying for a visa in advance.
Indian passport holders need to apply for a Netherlands visa in advance while planning a trip to the Netherlands.
Eligibility criteria for Netherlands visa
- You must be a citizen of India
- You must hold Indian passport which is atleast six months old
- You must have a medical insurance that covers an amount of 30,000 Euros
- Proof of travel including flight tickets, hotel accommodations, etc are required
- Documents explaining your purpose of visit and itinerary in Netherlands are required
- You must have proof of financial means to support your stay at Netherlands
- You must have a return ticket or onward flight ticket
- Recent bank statement along with two passport photographs are required
Financial requirements for a trip to Netherlands
Your financial requirements for a trip to the Netherlands from India will depend on various factors like the length of your stay, activities you want to explore, type of accommodation you choose, your personal spending habits, etc.
Travellers must ensure that they possess atleast 34 Euros per day to spend on their trip to the Netherlands as the financial means are attested by the embassy or consulate during the visa process.
Where to apply for a Netherlands visa online for Indians?
Follow these steps and apply for a Netherlands visa with Visa2fly without any hassles:
- Visit Visa2Fly’s website and select the Netherlands as the country of travel.
- Choose the purpose of your visit/type of visa: tourist or business.
- Provide your personal information, including your name, passport number, and the date of entry and date of exit.
- Pay the required Netherlands visa fee.
- You will be assisted by our team of visa experts while preparing the documentation required for the Netherlands visa. Our pre-prepared user specific samples of documents like NOC, ITR, itinerary, etc., will help you to arrange the documentation properly with all the requirements.
- Submit the documents to our team for validation.
- Documents once handed over to the visa officer are submitted to the embassy with the visa application.
- Be patient as your visa will be delivered to your doorstep once approved.
How to check visa application status for Netherlands visa?
You can check the progress of your visa application using your unique booking ID through our user-friendly platform.
Visafly offers a hassle-free and easy-to-use interface in order to enable its customers to avail visas within the comfort of their homes. Our team of experts ensure to assist you through each step of visa application addressing all your travel-related queries.
Things to remember while travelling to Netherlands
The people of the Netherlands are very welcoming and open-minded. They celebrate the simplicity of life in the most amusing ways.
While the Dutch people are accepting and open, one must respect the cultures and traditions of the country. Oerol, King’s Day Parade, Amsterdam Dance Event, and Into the Great Wide Open are some of the festivals that you can enjoy on your trip to the Netherlands.
There are plenty of experiences for you to explore in the Netherlands. In the month of June, the sun does not set even until 10 pm!
Arrival guidelines
The best time to explore the Netherlands is from April to October. The climate is neither too hot nor too cold for the tourists to visit and they can comfortably explore the happening culture of the country.
The Netherlands has one of the best public transport systems in the world so it is very easy to move around the country. Popular modes of transport include trains, buses, trams, metros and taxis. The most preferred means of transport is bikes and most tourists explore the cities by renting bikes. It is one of the most bike-friendly countries as you can even spot the police on bikes!
Travel Checklist
Make sure to visit these places on your next trip to Netherlands:
- Canals in Amsterdam
- Keukenhof, Lisse
- Rijksmuseum
- Almart Cheese Market
- Anne Frank House
- Oude Haven, Rotterdam
- Van Gogh Museum
- The Windmills of Kinderdijk
- Delft
- Airborne Museum at Hartenstein
