Netherlands Visas
Capital Amsterdam ยท Currency EUR ยท Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND)
The Netherlands is in the Schengen Area. Short visits use a Schengen visa; longer stays for study or work need a residence permit (and usually an MVV entry visa) arranged by a recognised sponsor via the IND.
โ Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.Netherlands visas at a glance
| Visa type | Fee | Processing | Stay / validity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ๐๏ธ Tourist / Visit Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) |
EUR 90 | 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases) | Max 90 days per 180-day period | View โ |
| ๐ Student Residence Permit for Study |
EUR 228 (approx.) | 2โ8 weeks | Length of study | View โ |
| ๐ผ Work / Skilled Highly Skilled Migrant Permit |
EUR 345 (approx.) | 2โ4 weeks | Up to contract length (max 5 years) | View โ |
| ๐ PR / Immigration Permanent Residence |
EUR 210 (approx.) | Up to 6 months | Permanent (5-year card) | View โ |
Visa types for Netherlands
Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
Tourism, family visits or business up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
- Processing: 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases)
- Stay: Max 90 days per 180-day period
- Validity: Up to 90 days / 180 days
Residence Permit for Study
Study at a recognised Dutch institution, with a one-year orientation permit to find work afterwards.
- Processing: 2โ8 weeks
- Validity: Length of study
Highly Skilled Migrant Permit
Fast employer-sponsored route for skilled workers meeting a salary threshold, via a recognised sponsor.
- Processing: 2โ4 weeks
- Validity: Up to contract length (max 5 years)
Permanent Residence
EU/national permanent residence after five years of continuous legal stay.
- Processing: Up to 6 months
- Validity: Permanent (5-year card)
Embassies, consulates & visa centres
Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
๐ New Delhi, India
6/50F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Schengen visas via VFS Global.
Netherlands visa FAQs
What visa types does Netherlands offer?๏ผ
VisaViews covers 4 Netherlands visa types: Tourist / Visit, Student, Work / Skilled, PR / Immigration. Each has its own eligibility criteria, fees and processing times.
Does Netherlands have an eVisa or visa-free entry?๏ผ
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.
How much is a Netherlands tourist visa?๏ผ
The Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) costs EUR 90. Fees are indicative and can change โ always confirm on the official source.
How long does a Netherlands visa take to process?๏ผ
Processing time varies by visa type; the Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) typically takes 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases).
Who handles Netherlands visas and immigration?๏ผ
Netherlands visas and immigration are administered by Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND). The official portal is https://ind.nl/en.