Processing Time
10-15 Days
Standard processing
Visa Fee
€80
Approximate cost
Validity
3 Months
Duration of visa
Stay Duration
90 Days
Maximum permitted stay
Eligibility & Requirements
Who Needs a Visa
- Indian citizens require Schengen visa for Netherlands
- Valid for Netherlands and other Schengen states
- Tourism and leisure
- Very tourist-friendly nation
Required Documents
- Valid passport with 3+ months validity
- Schengen visa application form
- Color passport photos (2)
- Hotel booking confirmation
- Flight itinerary
- Bank statements (3+ months)
- Employment letter
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
Visa Processing
- Apply at Dutch Embassy or Consulate
- Biometric data collection
- Processing: 10-15 working days
- Visa fees at submission
- Schengen coverage includes EU
Important Notes
- Netherlands very bike-friendly
- Amsterdam - canal capital of Europe
- Schengen 90 days stay
- Cannot work on tourist visa
- English widely spoken
- Windmills and tulips famous
Embassy & Consulates
- Dutch Embassy, New Delhi: Diplomatic Enclave
- Website: https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl
- Visa Services: +91-11-4163-4700
- Consulates in Mumbai, Chennai
Travel Tips
- Apply 4-6 weeks before travel
- Travel insurance required
- Amsterdam: cycling capital
- Dutch people speak good English
- EUR currency
- April-May tulips season
