Overview Known for its renowned museums like the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum, the Netherlands has been on every travel freak's bucket list. The developing nation exhibits a unique blend of modernity and it's own cultural history. The Netherlands offers a short-stay Schengen visa to its tourists across the globe. Here is a list of requisites and the criteria that needs to be fulfilled in order to satiate your wanderlust for the Netherlands. Type of Netherland Tourist Visa: Visa Type No. of Entries Validity Fees Stay Application Process Short-stay Schengen Visa Single, Double, or Multiple Up to 5 years (Depends on the individual case.) Adults: ₹7,312 Children (Up to the age of 6-12 years): ₹3,656 90 days in any 180 days VFS Global Note: VFS Global charge will be additional. Documents Required for Netherland Tourist Visa: 1. Visa Application Form: Completed and signed. 2. Passport: Valid for at least three months beyond your stay, with two blank pages. 3. Photographs: Two recent passport-sized photos as per Schengen specifications. 4. Travel Medical Insurance: Covering the entire stay with a minimum coverage of ₹27,00,000 (approx. €30,000). 5. Flight Itinerary: Presenting the purpose and detailed travel plan for your visit. 6. Proof of Accommodation: Hotel bookings, rental agreements, or invitation letter. 7. Proof of Financial Means: Bank statements for the last six months or equivalent. 8. Travel Details: Your planned activities in the Netherlands. 9. Cover Letter: Clarifying the reason and itinerary for your travel. 10. Visa Fee: ₹7,312 for adults and ₹3,656 for children (6-12 years) + VFS Global Service charges. Note: You may need to submit additional documents depending on your unique situation. Application Process for Netherlands Tourist Visa 1. Prepare: • Valid passport with minimum duration of 3 months validity and 2+ blank pages. • Completed online visa application form • All required documents (listed previously) 2. Schedule: • Login to the Global website for the Netherlands • Enrol and reserve an appointment. 3. Attend Appointment: • Submit documents (originals and copies) • Pay the required fees (visa fee + VFS service charges). • Provide biometrics 4. Track & Collect: • Track application status online Common Reasons for Delay or Rejection of Netherland Tourist Visa Application Reason Description Incomplete/Inaccurate Application Missing information, errors, or lack of required documents. Insufficient Financial Proof Lack of proof of funds to cover expenses in the Netherlands. Invalid Travel Insurance Insufficient coverage or not valid for the entire duration of the stay. Doubtful Travel Itinerary Vague, unrealistic itinerary, or lack of confirmed accommodation. Weak Ties to Home Country Insufficient proof of strong ties to India, raising doubts about return. Previous Visa Violations History of overstaying or other visa violations in Schengen countries. Criminal/Security Concerns Criminal record or security issues raised during the background check. Passport Issues Expired, damaged, insufficient validity, or lack of blank pages. Inconsistent Information Misleading information in the application or interview.
