Schengen Transit Visa (Type C) - Landside Transit
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 5 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days (may extend to 45 days)
- Fee
- EUR 90
- Validity
- 5 days
- Entry
- Single entry
For Annex I nationals who need to transit through Schengen territory (e.g., connecting between terminals, changing airports, or transiting by land). Standard Schengen visa application process applies.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of Annex I countries who must transit through the Schengen area.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: ICAO-compliant passport photographs
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: All Schengen states; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen visa application form; Form url: https://netherlandsworldwide.nl
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card at embassy/consulate; Amount: EUR 90 (adults), EUR 45 (children 6-11)
How to apply
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Online application
Complete Schengen visa application form indicating transit purpose.
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Document gathering
Collect required documents including full travel itinerary.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at Dutch embassy/consulate or VFS Global.
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Document submission
Submit application in person.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee of EUR 90.
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Processing wait
Processing typically takes 15 calendar days.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa sticker.