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Netherlands Visa for Nepali Citizens

Visa requiredSchengen short-stay visaLast reviewed April 25, 2026

Nepali passport holders visiting Netherlands as tourists use the Schengen Short-Stay Visa. Processing time: 15 calendar days standard from Embassy receipt. Apply through VFS Global Netherlands Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu. The sources and the date this record was last reviewed are listed at the end of the page.

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Tourist visa: Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — TourismStay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Visa fee: Not listed in our record
Processing time: 15 calendar days standard from Embassy receipt
Where to apply: VFS Global Netherlands Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu

At a glance

At a glance — Netherlands Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism

Processing time: 15 calendar days standard from Embassy receipt; max 45 calendar days. Apply max 6 months before travel; min 15 calendar days.
Stay duration: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Visa validity: Issued for the trip dates (single entry) or up to 5 years (multi-entry) at the consul's discretion based on travel history.
Entries: Single, double, or multiple.
Bank balance / financial proof: Bank statements (last 6 months) showing capacity for the trip plus return; recommended closing balance ≥ NPR 500,000.
Where to apply: Book online at vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nld/book-an-appointment, attend VFS Kathmandu (Chhaya Center, Thamel) with the full file + biometrics; courier to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication.

Visa types

Visa categories available

Tourist — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism
Leisure travel including vacationing, cruising, sightseeing, and other recreational activities — up to 90 days within any 180-day rolling window in the Schengen Area.
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Processing
15 calendar days standard from Embassy receipt; max 45 calendar days. Apply max 6 months before travel; min 15 calendar days.
Business — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business
Business or commercial activities in the Netherlands / Schengen Area: meetings, conferences, training, trade fairs, contract-signing — up to 90 days. Cannot be used for paid work in the Netherlands; that requires an MVV / work permit.
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Processing
15 calendar days standard.
Family Visit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Visiting Family / Friends (Private Visit)
Visiting family or friends resident in the Netherlands — short stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Processing
15 calendar days standard.
Family of EU Citizen — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Family Member of EU / EEA / Swiss Citizen
Visiting the Netherlands as the spouse / civil partner / direct descendant ≤ 21 (or dependent) / dependent ascendant of an EU / EEA / Swiss citizen — short stay up to 90 days.
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Processing
15 calendar days standard fast-track.
Transit — Airport Transit Visa (Type A) — Schengen
Transit through the international zone of a Dutch airport (e.g. Amsterdam Schiphol) en route to a third country — when the applicant's nationality is on the EU airport-transit-visa list.
Stay
Strictly within the airport international zone — no entry into Schengen territory.
Processing
15 calendar days standard.
Medical — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Medical Treatment
Receiving consultation, diagnosis, treatment, or aftercare at a Dutch medical institution — applicant + accompanying person(s).
Stay
Up to 90 days; longer treatments require a long-stay visa.
Processing
15 calendar days standard.
Seafarer — Seafarer Visa — Blue Carpet Programme (Schengen Type C)
Embarking / disembarking a ship in a Dutch port, OR attending a maritime course / training in the Netherlands — under the Blue Carpet Programme.
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period; tied to vessel itinerary.
Processing
Priority treatment under the Blue Carpet Programme — typically faster than 15 calendar days.
Re-Entry — Entry Visa — Returning Dutch Resident (Schengen Type C)
Foreign nationals (non-Dutch) holding a valid long-term residence permit for the Kingdom of the Netherlands whose document was lost / stolen / expired during a stay abroad and who need to return to the Netherlands.
Stay
Until the applicant arrives in the Netherlands and regularises the residence permit at the IND.
Processing
15 calendar days standard.
Caribbean — Dutch Caribbean Short-Stay Visa (≤ 90 days)
Travel to the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom of the Netherlands — Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, St Eustatius, and St Maarten.
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Processing
15 calendar days standard.
Work — Netherlands Long-Stay MVV — Work (Highly Skilled Migrant / Job Seeker)
Salaried employment in the Netherlands — most commonly via the Highly Skilled Migrant (Kennismigrant) regime, the EU Blue Card, or the Orientation Year (Job Seeker) for graduates.
Stay
Tied to the Dutch work contract — typically 5 years per residence-permit cycle for Highly Skilled Migrant; 1 year for Orientation Year.
Processing
IND processing: 90 days (Highly Skilled Migrant) — sponsor must be a recognised Kennismigrant employer; Orientation Year: 90 days. After IND approval, MVV sticker is issued within 10 working days and couriered to Nepal.
Student — Netherlands Long-Stay MVV — Study at University
Pursuing higher-education studies at a recognised Dutch university or hogeschool (university of applied sciences) — full-time programmes lasting more than 90 days.
Stay
Tied to the academic programme — typically 1 year per residence-permit cycle, renewable through the IND.
Processing
IND processing: 60 days. After IND approval, MVV sticker is issued within 10 working days and couriered to Nepal.
Family Reunion — Netherlands Long-Stay MVV — Family Reunification (Gezinshereniging)
Joining a family member legally resident in the Netherlands — spouse / registered partner, child under 18 (or older if dependent), and in narrow cases dependent ascendants.
Stay
Tied to the sponsor's residence permit; converted to family residence permit (verblijf gezinshereniging) on arrival.
Processing
IND processing: 90 days. After IND approval, MVV sticker is issued within 10 working days and couriered to Nepal.

Checklist

Required documents — Netherlands tourist visa

26 required · 6 conditional — tick them off as you build your file.

Original passport + photocopy
Required
Issued within the last 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned end of stay, with at least 2 blank pages. Must be a Netherlands-recognised travel document.
Passport bio-page copies + previous passports
Required
Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm)
Required
White / off-white background, full face non-smiling, no sunglasses or hat (except religious / ethnic), colour, < 6 months old, printed on photographic paper.
Citizenship copy
Required
Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
Schengen visa application form (online + signed)
Required
Filled online via the official Dutch government portal — only online-completed forms generate a unique code. Print and sign with a blue pen. Handwritten forms NOT accepted.
Cover letter
Required
Detailed letter in English stating purpose, itinerary, sponsor (if any), self-funding, and intent to return — addressed to the Embassy of the Netherlands, New Delhi.
Confirmed return / onward airline ticket
Required
Showing arrival in and departure from the Schengen Area within the visa validity (issue an airline-confirmed PNR; do NOT pay for the ticket before the visa is approved — VFS accepts a confirmed reservation).
Confirmed accommodation for the entire stay
Required
Hotel reservations in the applicant's name covering every night, OR a notarised host-invitation with host's ID + Dutch residence proof.
Schengen-approved travel medical insurance
Required
Minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation; valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
Bank statement (last 6 months)
Required
Original, signed and stamped on every page; recommended closing balance ≥ NPR 500,000–700,000 for tourist short-stay; higher for long-stay.
ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
Required
See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application)
Required
Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
1. Business Income
Conditional
Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
PAN Certificate
Required
Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
Business Registration Certificate
Required
Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable)
Conditional
Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
Latest Audit Report
Required
Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
Tax Clearance Certificate
Required
Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
2. Salary-Based Income
Conditional
Applicants who are employed must provide:
Salary Certificate / Salary Letter
Required
On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
Leave Approval Letter
Required
Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer
Required
Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements
Required
Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
3. Pension Income
Conditional
Applicants receiving pension must submit:
Pension Certificate (Pension Patta)
Required
Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
Company ID Card (if available)
Conditional
Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
Recent Pension Bank Statement
Required
Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank
Required
On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
4. Rental Income
Conditional
Applicants earning rental income must provide:
Land Ownership Certificate
Required
Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
Building Completion Certificate
Required
Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate
Required
Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

Where to apply

Where Nepali citizens apply for a Netherlands visa

Mission: Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
Address: 6/50F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Phone: +91 11 2419 7600
Email: nde@minbuza.nl
Hours: Adjudication only at New Delhi. Nepal applicants submit files in Kathmandu — see Application Centre below.
Application centre: VFS Global Netherlands Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu — 3rd Floor, Chhaya Complex / Chhaya Devi Center, Amrit Marg, Bhagwan Bahal, Thamel-26, Kathmandu, Nepal. Submission Mon–Fri 08:00–12:00; Passport Collection 13:00–15:00. Helpline: +977 9817011745. Email: info.nlnp@vfshelpline.com.
Online portal: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nld

Notes

Important notes

Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
The Netherlands has NO embassy in Nepal — every Nepali Schengen short-stay and Caribbean visa application is filed at VFS Global Kathmandu (Chhaya Center, Thamel) and forwarded to the Embassy of the Netherlands in New Delhi for adjudication.
Long-stay MVV visas follow a two-step process: the Dutch sponsor (employer / institution / family) lodges the residence-permit application with the IND (Immigratie- en Naturalisatiedienst) in the Netherlands FIRST. Only after IND approval does the applicant collect the MVV sticker — Nepal applicants cannot apply for an MVV directly at VFS; the approved-passport sticker is couriered to Nepal from the Embassy New Delhi (or collected at New Delhi / Bangalore / Mumbai consulates).
Lead time: short-stay applications can be filed up to 6 months before travel; minimum 15 calendar days before departure. MVV applicants have 3 months from IND approval to collect the sticker.
VFS service charge: NPR 3,310 + Two-way International Transfer fee NPR 3,484 per application — paid in CASH in NPR only at the centre. All fees are non-refundable.
Mandatory courier service for passport return is currently in place — courier costs are paid by the applicant.
Schengen-approved travel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 cover (incl. emergency repatriation) is mandatory and must be valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
Applications must be filled online via the official Schengen visa application form on the Dutch government portal — only forms completed online generate a unique code; handwritten forms are NOT accepted.
Photo + fingerprints (biometrics) collection is mandatory for every applicant aged 12+. If you submitted biometrics for a Dutch / Schengen visa within the last 59 months, you may not need to give them again (especially for the Blue Carpet seafarer programme).
Schengen visas for the main destination: when travelling to multiple Schengen countries, apply with the country where you stay longest. If equally long, apply with the country of first entry. If also travelling to a non-Schengen country (e.g. UK, Croatia, Romania, US), apply for the non-Schengen visa FIRST.
Recognised travel documents: not all travel documents are recognised by the Netherlands — applications with non-recognised travel documents are inadmissible. Check the EU recognised-travel-documents list before applying.
Travelling with minors: a "consent letter for minors travelling abroad" is required when a minor travels with one parent or alone — see the per-visa checklist for details.
Visa After Approved Appeal: if a previous Dutch visa application was refused and you appealed (objection to IND) successfully, you can walk in at VFS Kathmandu Mon–Fri 09:00–13:00 without an appointment to collect the visa. The official consular fee is waived; only VFS service NPR 3,310 + courier NPR 3,484 apply.
Overstay: exceeding 90 days within any 180-day period risks a 2-year visa sanction across all Schengen countries.

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FAQ

Netherlands visa for Nepali citizens — frequently asked questions

Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Netherlands visa — answered from the official sources listed below.

Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Netherlands as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Netherlands for tourism use the Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism, which allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

How long does a Netherlands tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

15 calendar days standard from Embassy receipt; max 45 calendar days. Apply max 6 months before travel; min 15 calendar days.

What bank balance is required for a Netherlands visa?

Bank statements (last 6 months) showing capacity for the trip plus return; recommended closing balance ≥ NPR 500,000.

How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Netherlands on a tourist visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism).

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Netherlands tourist visa?

Book online at vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nld/book-an-appointment, attend VFS Kathmandu (Chhaya Center, Thamel) with the full file + biometrics; courier to Embassy New Delhi for adjudication.

What documents are required for a Netherlands tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Original passport + photocopy; Passport bio-page copies + previous passports; Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm); Citizenship copy; Schengen visa application form (online + signed); Cover letter; Confirmed return / onward airline ticket; Confirmed accommodation for the entire stay.

Which Netherlands mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal), 6/50F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Phone: +91 11 2419 7600. Applications are lodged at VFS Global Netherlands Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu, 3rd Floor, Chhaya Complex / Chhaya Devi Center, Amrit Marg, Bhagwan Bahal, Thamel-26, Kathmandu, Nepal. Submission Mon–Fri 08:00–12:00; Passport Collection 13:00–15:00. Helpline: +977 9817011745. Email: info.nlnp@vfshelpline.com.

Can Nepali citizens apply for a Netherlands business visa?

Yes — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business. Business or commercial activities in the Netherlands / Schengen Area: meetings, conferences, training, trade fairs, contract-signing — up to 90 days. Cannot be used for paid work in the Netherlands; that requires an MVV / work permit. Processing: 15 calendar days standard.

Is there an official online portal for the Netherlands visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nld.

How is the Netherlands visa fee paid?

Schengen short-stay + Caribbean: cash NPR only at the visa centre. No card / digital wallet.

Can Yatra For Fun help with a Netherlands visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Netherlands visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

Sources

Sources & last updated

Last reviewed: April 25, 2026

https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nld — VFS Global Netherlands Visa Application Centre Nepal
https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/netherlands/nepal/english/ — Full visa-info one-pager (scraped 2026-04-25)
https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nld/book-an-appointment — VFS appointment booking
https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nld/contact-us — VFS contact (info.nlnp@vfshelpline.com, +977-9817011745)
https://www.netherlandsworldwide.nl/visa-the-netherlands/schengen-visa/apply-nepal — Nepal-specific Schengen guidance
https://www.netherlandsworldwide.nl/visa-the-netherlands/mvv-long-stay/apply-nepal — Nepal-specific MVV long-stay guidance
https://ind.nl — Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) — adjudicates all MVV residence permits
https://ind.nl/en/apply-for-mvv-and-residence-permit-from-abroad — TEV combined entry + residence procedure
VFS Netherlands Visa Application Centre Kathmandu — 3rd Floor, Chhaya Center, Amrit Marg, Bhagwan Bahal, Thamel-26
Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands New Delhi — 6/50F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
VFS PDF: Tourist visa checklist · checklist-visa-application-nepal-tourism-2022.pdf
VFS PDF: Business visa checklist · checklist-visa-application-nepal-business.pdf
VFS PDF: Visiting family / friends checklist · checklist-visa-application-nepal-private-visit.pdf
VFS PDF: Medical Treatment checklist · checklist-medical-treatment.pdf
VFS PDF: Seafarer Blue Carpet checklist · Seafarer-Checklist-2025.pdf

Fees and rules change — confirm on the official source before you pay or apply.

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