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Netherlands visas

Netherlands business visa

Short business visits follow the Schengen short-stay rules. Eligible travellers can visit without a visa; others need a Schengen visa.

Ways to get a Netherlands business visa

  1. Visa-free business visit

    No visa needed

    Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-waiver countries and territories, including Kosovo.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.

  2. Schengen visa for a business visit

    Visa needed

    Business visitors who need a visa to enter the Netherlands.

    Stay
    Usually up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
    Valid for
    Usually the intended trip for new applicants; up to five years for qualifying visas.
    Entries
    One, two or multiple entries.
    Fee
    Standard fee: EUR 90. External provider fee: up to EUR 120 extra. Reductions, waivers or increases can apply.
    Processing
    15 calendar days for an admissible application without issues.
    1. Apply to the embassy or consulate for your main Schengen destination.
    2. Submit your application no earlier than six months before entry.
    3. Attend in person for your first application and complete an interview.
    4. Provide fingerprints and a digital photo if required, and pay the applicable fee.

Who needs it

Business visitors without a visa exemption need a Schengen short-stay visa.

Who doesn't

Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-waiver countries can make short business visits without a visa.

How to apply

  1. Apply to a Dutch embassy or consulate if the Netherlands is your main destination.
  2. Submit your application no earlier than six months before entry.
  3. Attend in person and complete an interview for your first application.
  4. Provide fingerprints and a digital photo if required, and pay the applicable fee.

What to bring

  • Relevant supporting documents for your visa application.
  • Fingerprints and a digital photo, if required.

Good to know

  • Count short stays across the Schengen Area together.
  • For visa-free entry, be able to explain the purpose and conditions of your visit.
  • Frequent travellers may qualify for a longer multiple-entry visa.
  • Business travel and permission to take a job are separate questions.

Questions

Do I need a business visa for the Netherlands?

Business visitors without a visa exemption need a Schengen short-stay visa. Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-waiver countries can make short business visits without a visa.

What are the ways to get a business visa for the Netherlands?

There are 2 options: Visa-free business visit (no visa at all); Schengen visa for a business visit (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to the Netherlands without a business visa?

Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-waiver countries and territories, including Kosovo.

How long can I stay on a the Netherlands business visa?

Up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.

How much does a the Netherlands business visa cost?

Standard Schengen visa fee: EUR 90. An external provider may charge up to EUR 120 extra. Reductions, waivers or increases can apply.

How long does a the Netherlands business visa take?

15 calendar days for an admissible application without issues. Delays can occur.

How long is a the Netherlands business visa valid?

New visas usually cover the intended trip. Qualifying visas can be valid for up to five years. Entries: One, two or multiple entries, as granted..

What documents do I need for a the Netherlands business visa?

Relevant supporting documents for your visa application.; Fingerprints and a digital photo, if required..

How do I apply for a the Netherlands business visa?

1. 1. Apply to a Dutch embassy or consulate if the Netherlands is your main destination. 2. 2. Submit your application no earlier than six months before entry. 3. 3. Attend in person and complete an interview for your first application. 4. 4. Provide fingerprints and a digital photo if required, and pay the applicable fee.

What rules do I have to follow on a the Netherlands business visa?

Count short stays across the Schengen Area together. For visa-free entry, be able to explain the purpose and conditions of your visit.

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