Netherlands visas
Family members of European Union single market citizens who hold a qualifying residence card and valid travel document and accompany or join that citizen. Qualifying cards issued by a Schengen state also allow independent travel to another Schengen state.
In theory, family members of European Union single market citizens who do not meet the residence-card exemption can obtain a visa at the border by proving the family relationship.
People from outside the European Union single market who need permission to stay for more than 90 days and do not have another applicable right.
Family visitors without an exemption need the relevant entry permission. People from outside the European Union single market generally need a long-stay visa or residence permit for stays of more than 90 days.
Family members with a qualifying residence card and valid travel document can enter without a visa under the family rules.
Family visitors without an exemption need the relevant entry permission. People from outside the European Union single market generally need a long-stay visa or residence permit for stays of more than 90 days. Family members with a qualifying residence card and valid travel document can enter without a visa under the family rules.
There are 3 options: Visa-free entry with a family residence card (no visa at all); Family visa at the border (a visa at the border); Long-stay visa or residence permit (a special permit).
Family members of European Union single market citizens who hold a qualifying residence card and valid travel document and accompany or join that citizen. Qualifying cards issued by a Schengen state also allow independent travel to another Schengen state.
Up to three months under the family residence-card exemption.
Valid travel document.; Residence card showing your status as a family member of a European Union single market citizen..
Generally, accompany or join your European Union single market family member. A qualifying family residence card issued by a Schengen state also allows travel to another Schengen state independently.
Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Netherlands visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.
Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.
On the Netherlands's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.
Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.
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