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Netherland Visa for Indians, Visa Fees & How to Apply in 2025

Do Indians Need a Visa for the Netherlands?

Is There a Visa on Arrival in the Netherlands for Indian Citizens?

Is Travel Insurance Mandatory for the Netherlands?

Different Types of Netherlands Visa for Indians and Their Validity

Visa Type Purpose Validity & Duration Standard Visa Fee
Tourist Schengen Visa For short-term visits to the Schengen area for tourism, leisure, or visiting family and friends. Valid for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period €80 or ₹7243
Business Schengen Visa For business meetings, conferences, and other short-term professional activities. Valid for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period €80 or ₹7243
Student Schengen Visa This is for individuals enrolling in a full-time study program at a recognised institution within the Schengen Area. Valid for up to 90 days within a 180-day period
*For a longer period, apply for a Long-Stay Study Visa
€80 or ₹7243

Transit Schengen Visa

Airport Transit Visa (Type A): This is for passing through a Schengen airport's international transit area, not entering the Schengen zone. Type A – For 24 hours

€80 or ₹7243

Short-Term Visa (Type C): The most common type of Schengen visa. Can be:
- Single-entry: Allows entry once during the validity period.
- Double-entry: Allows entry twice during the validity period.
- Multiple-entry: Allows multiple entries within the validity period, up to the specified number of days.
Type C – Up to 90 days within a 180-day period
National Long-Stay Visa (Type D): National visa issued by individual Schengen countries for work, study, or family reunification. It can be single-entry or multiple-entry Type D – Up to 1 year
Limited Territorial Validity Visa (LTV): This visa allows entry to specific Schengen countries only, not the entire area. It is issued for special cases. LTV – Up to 90 days within a 180-day period

Documents Required for Netherlands Visa for Indians

The documents required for different types of Netherlands visas for Indian citizens vary depending on the purpose of your visit. Here’s a breakdown of the common types of visas and their specific document requirements

Category Details
Schengen Visa Application Form You have thoroughly filled out and signed the form. Download the forms from the embassy/consulate website of the country you plan to visit first.
Valid Passport Must have at least 3 months validity beyond your intended stay and not older than 10 years. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
Photo Requirements Two recent passport-sized photos with a white background meet Schengen visa photo requirements.
Below are the photo requirements for a Schengen visa:
-Taken within 6 months
-35mm x 45mm dimensions
-Full colour only with a plain white or light grey background
-No patterns or shadows
-Print on high-quality photo paper with a minimum 400 dpi resolution.
You can refer to this source to clarify all the necessary photo requirements.
Travel Medical Insurance Covers a minimum of €30,000 per individual for medical emergencies throughout your stay in the Schengen area.
Proof of Accommodation Hotel reservations, rental property agreements, or a host's invitation letter (if staying with family/friends).
Proof of Sufficient Funds Bank statements fetched 4 to 5 days before the appointment date, salary slips for the last 3 months, income tax returns, or sponsorship documents showing that you can support yourself financially during the trip
Proof of Employment Status An HR letter from your employer confirming your position, salary, and leave approval. Your HR letter must include the following details:
-Personal details like full name and passport number of you and your host
-Your employment specifics, including job title, monthly or annual salary, length of employment, date of employment commencement, and status of employment (temporary or permanent)
-Travel purpose and itinerary
-Employer details like name, address, and contact information, including that of the HR representative
-Financial information
-Leave Approval
-Return confirmation
-Contact information
Flight Itinerary / Travel Plan Round trip flight bookings and details of transportation within the Schengen area.
For Business An official business letter from a company in a Schengen state and a statement from the employer stating the purpose of the visit.
Cover Letter A detailed letter explaining your trip's purpose, itinerary, and travel dates. Below are the points that must be present in your cover letter:
-The purpose of your trip
-When and where you intend to travel
-How your trip is going to be funded
-The status of your employment
-A complete itinerary for your trip
-Total duration of the trip
-Reasons if any of the required documents were not submitted with your application.
Documents Required for Minor -Children under 18 years old are required to possess an unabridged birth certificate.
-A copy of the parent(s)' passport data page should be provided.
-When a child travels solo, certified consent from both parents is mandatory.
-If the child is accompanied by only one parent, the absent parent must provide notarised or certified consent.
-In cases where one parent has sole guardianship, pertinent court documents must be provided.
-Some consular authorities mandate the presence of both parents to sign in front of an official.

Additional documents required in the below cases

How to Apply for a Netherlands Visa from India?

What is the Processing Time for a Netherlands Tourist Visa for Indians?

Netherlands Visa Fees for Indian Citizens

The visa fees for Indian citizens applying for a Netherlands visa are as follows

Visa Type Fee in Euro Fee in INR
Tourist Visa 81.15 Euro ₹7,199
Business Visa 81.15 Euro ₹7,199

Note: VFS Service charges will apply.

Things You Must Know Before Applying for a Netherlands Visa from India

List of Netherlands Embassy and Consulate in India

List of Indian Embassy in the Netherlands

Contact City Official Site
Embassy of India The Hague https://indianembassynetherlands.gov.in/

Why Should I Buy Netherlands Travel Insurance?

Buying travel insurance for the Netherlands is important because it protects you from unexpected costs like medical emergencies, cancelled trips, lost bags, and travel delays. It gives you peace of mind and lets you enjoy your trip without worries. Plus, it provides emergency support and help while you're away.

1

Medical treatment and evacuation exigencies

 

 

It is a cover for unexpected emergencies requiring hospitalization due to an illness or acute pain. We will pay reasonable charges as per your policy.

 

2

Accidental Treatment and Evacuation Exigencies

 

If you meet with an accident during your trip, resulting in hospitalization, the cost of treatment will be covered. We will pay reasonable and customary charges as mentioned in the policy.

3

Personal Liability & Bail Bond

 

It covers you for any amount that you pay to a third-party or the legal expenses incurred, due to an accident or damage during your trip.

4

Bounced Bookings

 

Bounced booking might occur when your accommodation or common carrier is overbooked, resulting in you losing your spot! This can happen primarily during the holiday season or during a particular event or festival, where there are chances for an upsurge in bookings to a particular.

5

Up-Gradation to Business Class

 

We'll cover the reasonable expenses, up to the sum insured in the policy schedule, for upgrading the insured person to a business class air ticket from the place of hospitalization to the country of residence if you're hospitalised for more than 5 days and the upgrade is suggested by a medical practitioner.

6

Daily Cash Allowances

 

If during the trip, due to an accidental injury or an emergency medical treatment you are hospitalized and low on cash, you can use the daily allowances provided by Digit, up-to-the maximum number of nights as specified in the policy schedule.

But, Why Choose Digit?

There are quite a few reasons why Digit is a prime choice as a Netherlands travel insurance provider.

High Cover Amount at low premium

With premiums beginning at ₹515 (excl. 18% GST) for 4 days trip for 1 adult, Digit offers a high sum insured of $50,000 under its Netherlands travel insurance.

Flight Delay Compensation

Digit takes the waste of time and the ensuing harassment due to flight delays very seriously, offering reimbursement immediately.

Trip Cancellation

If any emergency circumstance necessitates you to cancel your trip and get back home, Digit also offers compensation for it.

Fast Paperless Claim

Digit offers a smartphone-enabled process that makes filing a claim easy and fast. Additionally, Digit also offers the option for a 24x7 missed call facility for claim settlement.

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