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Netherlands Visa

Schengen · Europe

The Netherlands is a popular European destination known for Amsterdam's canals, tulip fields, cycling culture, and international business hub status.

Schengen Visa

Capital

Amsterdam

Currency

EUR (€)

Languages

Dutch, English

Timezone

CET/CEST

Visa Types for Netherlands

Select a visa type below to view detailed requirements, fees, and application process.

V

Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Visit · Up to 90 days

Tourism, visiting family, business meetings

Fee: €80Processing: 15–30 days
W

Highly Skilled Migrant Visa (Kennismigrant)

Work · Duration of employment contract (max 5 years, renewable)

Highly skilled professionals with a job offer from an IND-recognized sponsor

Fee: €350Processing: 2–4 weeks (fast-track via recognized sponsor)
W

Orientation Year (Zoekjaar) — Job Search Permit

Work · 12 months

Graduates of top-200 worldwide universities can live in Netherlands and search for work

Fee: €228Processing: 2–4 weeks
S

Student Residence Permit (MVV Study)

Student · Course duration + 3 months

Full-time study at a recognized Dutch university or HBO institution

Fee: €228Processing: 4–8 weeks
F

Family Reunification (MVV Family)

Family/Spouse · Up to 5 years (linked to sponsor's permit)

Join spouse/partner or parent living legally in Netherlands

Fee: €228Processing: 3–6 months

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