Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Tourism
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days (may extend to 45 days)
- Fee
- EUR 90
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Single-entry by default; multiple-entry may be granted for frequent travelers. Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before departure. Fee is EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children aged 6-11, free for children under 6.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of countries listed in EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex I (visa-required third countries).
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to cover stay in the Netherlands, approximately EUR 55 per person per day.
Minimum funds: EUR 55 per day
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Criminal record
Must not be listed in the Schengen Information System (SIS) as a person to be refused entry and must not pose a threat to public order.
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 (35x45mm, white background, taken within last 6 months)
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: EUR 55 per day of stay; Months required: 3
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: All Schengen states; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation, Airbnb booking, or proof of sponsorship/invitation from host; Must cover full stay: Yes
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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: Yes
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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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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card at embassy/consulate; Amount: EUR 90
How to apply
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Online application
Complete the Schengen visa application form online at netherlandsworldwide.nl or download and fill the paper form.
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Document gathering
Collect all required supporting documents: passport, photos, insurance, financial proof, accommodation, flight reservations, and cover letter.
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Appointment booking
Book an appointment at the Dutch embassy, consulate, or authorized visa application center (VFS Global or TLScontact).
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Document submission
Submit application and all supporting documents in person at the embassy/consulate or visa application center.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photograph) at the visa application center. Biometrics are valid for 59 months and may be reused for subsequent applications.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee of EUR 90 (adults) at the time of submission. Additional service fee applies if using VFS Global or TLScontact.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing. Standard processing time is 15 calendar days, which may be extended to 45 days if additional verification is required.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa sticker from the embassy/consulate or visa application center, or receive by courier if that service was selected.