Netherlands

Netherlands Visa Requirements, Fees & Application Guide

Q: Do Singapore passport holders need a visa for the Netherlands?

No. Singaporeans are visa-exempt for up to 90 days in Schengen; ETIAS will be required once it launches (expected 2027).

Q: Do Indian passport holders need a visa for the Netherlands?

Yes. Indians must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa in advance through VFS Global.

Q: How much is the Netherlands Schengen visa?

EUR 80 for adults, EUR 40 for children 6-12, free under 6, plus VFS service fee and insurance.

Q: Is there visa on arrival or e-visa for the Netherlands?

No. Neither is available; the Schengen visa must be obtained before travel.

Q: Who processes Dutch visas in India?

VFS Global handles Netherlands Schengen visa applications for the consulate.

Q: How long does a Netherlands Schengen visa take?

Normally about 15 calendar days after the appointment, longer in peak season; apply at least 15 days before travel.

Q: Which Schengen country should I apply to?

Apply to the Netherlands if it is your main destination (most nights), or your first entry point when the trip is evenly split.

Q: Is travel insurance mandatory?

Yes. Medical travel insurance of at least EUR 30,000 for the whole Schengen stay is required.

Many nationalities enter Netherlands visa-free — check your passport in seconds, or let us confirm it.

Flat fee per applicant · government fee paid separately

Licensed Singapore agency (TA04014) Government-sourced Verified 19 August 2026

Netherlands visa at a glance

Government visa fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)
Processing time: Usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days. Apply up to 6 months ahead, min 15 days before.
Validity: Per entry
Maximum stay: 90 days in any 180-day period (all Schengen combined)
Visa required?: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.
Arrival card: None — EES fingerprints & photo at first entry

Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from any HolidaySG service fee. Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Do you need a visa for Netherlands?

Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. can generally enter Netherlands without a visa. Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. do not require a visa for Netherlands for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (Netherlands Worldwide (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)) · Last verified 19 August 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Official Netherlands visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026

Visa on arrival: No e-Visa: No

Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending)

Official fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)

Validity: Per entry
Max stay: 90 days in any 180-day period (all Schengen combined)
Processing time: On arrival — EES biometric registration (live since 10 Apr 2026)
Where to apply: No application yet

Who needs it: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Visa-free: Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180.

Required documents

Passport valid ≥3 months beyond departure, issued <10 yrs
Return ticket
Accommodation proof
Sufficient funds
Travel insurance recommended

Arrival card: None — EES fingerprints & photo at first entry

90/180 rule counts all Schengen countries together.

Source: Netherlands Worldwide (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

Official fee: 80 EUR adult; 40 EUR child 6-12; under 6 free

Validity: Single or multiple entry; total stay max 90 days per 180-day period
Max stay: 90 days
Time to verify: At VFS appointment (biometrics)
Time to approval: Usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days. Apply up to 6 months ahead, min 15 days before.
Processing time: Usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days. Apply up to 6 months ahead, min 15 days before.
Where to apply: https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/travel-and-residence/visas-for-the-netherlands/applying-for-a-short-stay-schengen-visa

Who needs it: Visa-required nationals including Indian passport holders where the Netherlands is the main destination or first entry point, for tourism, family visit or business up to 90 days in 180.

Required documents

Completed Schengen application form
Valid passport (3+ months validity beyond stay, 2 blank pages)
Two biometric photos
Travel medical insurance min EUR 30,000
Round-trip flight reservation
Proof of accommodation
Proof of sufficient funds
Employment/business proof
Cover letter and itinerary

Arrival card: None — EES

Extra charges: VFS Global service fee; mandatory travel insurance (min EUR 30,000); optional premium/courier services

Apply to the country of main destination / first entry.

Source: Netherlands Worldwide (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Need help applying? HolidaySG handles the paperwork end-to-end.

Netherlands visa — frequently asked questions