# Netherlands visa for Nepali citizens

> Netherlands visa for Nepali citizens: tourist & e-visa requirements, fees, processing time. Apply online with Yatra For Fun.

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.

- **Visa route (tourist):** Visa required — Schengen short-stay visa
- **Canonical page:** https://yatraforfun.com/visa/netherlands
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-04-25

## Embassy / mission

- **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 (VFS application portal — short-stay) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nld/book-an-appointment (appointment booking) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/netherlands/nepal/english/ (full visa-info one-pager + downloadable PDF checklists) · https://www.netherlandsworldwide.nl (Schengen + MVV info) · https://ind.nl (IND for MVV residence permits)
- **Payment:** Schengen short-stay + Caribbean: cash NPR only at the visa centre. No card / digital wallet.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
**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.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard from Embassy receipt; max 45 calendar days. Apply max 6 months before travel; min 15 calendar days.
**How 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.
**Financial requirement:** Bank statements (last 6 months) showing capacity for the trip plus return; recommended closing balance ≥ NPR 500,000.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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 — 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 — 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 — 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) — 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) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- VFS Tourist visa documents checklist (PDF): https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/netherlands/nepal/english/pdf/checklist-visa-application-nepal-tourism-2022.pdf
- Pilots and flight attendants do NOT have to submit their passport during the visa application.
- A clean Schengen travel history (prior tourist visas with no overstay) significantly improves chances of a multi-entry visa.

### Business — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Issued for the trip dates or multi-entry up to 5 years at consul's discretion.
**Entries:** Single, double, or multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard.
**How to apply:** Same VFS Kathmandu route as tourist, with a Dutch business invitation.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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.
- Invitation letter from Dutch partner / host — On company letterhead, addressed to the Embassy, stating purpose, exact dates, host contact, and undertaking to cover (or share) costs.
- Dutch host KvK extract (Chamber of Commerce) — Recent extract (within 3 months) from the Dutch Kamer van Koophandel.
- Trade-fair / conference accreditation *(conditional)* — Where the trip is for a fair / conference — registration confirmation or admission card.
- Cover letter from Nepali employer / company — On letterhead, stating designation, salary, leave approval, purpose, and intent to return.
- Confirmed return / onward airline ticket — 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 — 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 — 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) — 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) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

**Notes:**
- VFS Business visa documents checklist (PDF): https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/netherlands/nepal/english/pdf/checklist-visa-application-nepal-business.pdf

### Family Visit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Visiting Family / Friends (Private Visit)

**Purpose:** Visiting family or friends resident in the Netherlands — short stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Issued for the visit dates (single entry) or multi-entry at consul's discretion.
**Entries:** Single, double, or multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard.
**How to apply:** Dutch resident host signs a formal sponsor declaration ("garantverklaring en/of particuliere logiesverstrekking") at their local Gemeente; the applicant submits at VFS Kathmandu.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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.
- Garantverklaring en/of particuliere logiesverstrekking — Original sponsor declaration + private accommodation form signed by the Dutch host at their Gemeente, with municipal stamp.
- Host's Dutch passport / residence permit + BSN copy — Copy of Dutch ID / passport / residence permit + Burgerservicenummer.
- Host's recent payslips (last 3 months) + employer letter — Demonstrating capacity to host — ≥ EUR 1,840 / month gross salary recommended.
- Host's tenancy agreement or property deed — Showing the registered Dutch address and that the property is large enough.
- Proof of relationship *(conditional)* — Marriage / birth / family register where the relationship is declared in the invitation.
- Confirmed return / onward airline ticket — 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).
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance — 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) — 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) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- VFS Visiting Family / Friends documents checklist (PDF): https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/netherlands/nepal/english/pdf/checklist-visa-application-nepal-private-visit.pdf

### Family of EU Citizen — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Family Member of EU / EEA / Swiss Citizen

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Issued for the visit dates (single entry) or multi-entry at consul's discretion.
**Entries:** Single or multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard fast-track.
**How to apply:** Submit at VFS Kathmandu with proof of EU / EEA / Swiss family-member relationship.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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.
- EU / EEA / Swiss family member's passport copy
- Proof of relationship — Marriage / birth / family register, attested by Nepal MoFA, with notarised English translation.
- Travel itinerary together with the EU / EEA / Swiss family member *(conditional)* — Where the family member is travelling alongside.
- Confirmed return / onward airline ticket — 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).
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance — Minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation; valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).
- VFS service charges only — NPR 3,310 service + NPR 3,484 courier in cash. Consular fee is gratis under EU Directive 2004/38/EC.

### Transit — Airport Transit Visa (Type A) — Schengen

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Strictly within the airport international zone — no entry into Schengen territory.
**Validity:** Single transit, valid for the connection dates only.
**Entries:** Single (or matching the number of transits planned).
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard.
**How to apply:** Same VFS Kathmandu route as Schengen short-stay; declare "Airport Transit" as the visa type on the application form.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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 onward ticket to third country — Showing departure from Schiphol airside to a non-Schengen final destination.
- Visa of the third country — When the final destination requires one (e.g. UK, US, Canada).
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance — Minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation; valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.

**Notes:**
- Diplomatic / official passport holders are EXEMPT from the ATV requirement.
- Nepali ordinary passport holders should always carry the ATV when transiting Schiphol — Border Police interpret the EU Annex IV strictly.

### Medical — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Medical Treatment

**Purpose:** Receiving consultation, diagnosis, treatment, or aftercare at a Dutch medical institution — applicant + accompanying person(s).
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days; longer treatments require a long-stay visa.
**Validity:** Single entry, matching the treatment dates.
**Entries:** Single (multi-entry for repeat-treatment cases).
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Kathmandu route plus medical documentation reviewed under strict medical confidentiality.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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.
- Treatment-acceptance letter from Dutch hospital / clinic — On the institution's letterhead, stating diagnosis, treatment plan, expected duration, and prepayment / deposit details.
- Medical records from Nepal — Recent diagnosis, treatment history, and referring doctor's note translated into English (notarised).
- Proof of treatment payment / financial coverage — Bank receipt of advance payment to the Dutch hospital, OR sponsor letter committing to bear the costs.
- Companion / patient relationship proof *(conditional)* — Marriage / birth certificate (notarised English translation) where a relative accompanies the patient.
- Confirmed return / onward airline ticket — 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).
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance — Minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation; valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- VFS Medical Treatment documents checklist (PDF): https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/netherlands/nepal/english/pdf/checklist-medical-treatment.pdf
- Dutch public health insurance does NOT cover medical-treatment visa holders — the applicant must self-fund or carry comprehensive private insurance covering the planned treatment.

### Seafarer — Seafarer Visa — Blue Carpet Programme (Schengen Type C)

**Purpose:** Embarking / disembarking a ship in a Dutch port, OR attending a maritime course / training in the Netherlands — under the Blue Carpet Programme.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period; tied to vessel itinerary.
**Validity:** Multi-entry visa with longer validity (priority treatment).
**Entries:** Multiple — Blue Carpet seafarers receive multi-entry visas with extended validity.
**Processing time:** Priority treatment under the Blue Carpet Programme — typically faster than 15 calendar days.
**How to apply:** Apply via VFS Kathmandu up to 9 months before departure (extended window for seafarers). If you submitted biometrics for a Schengen visa within the last 59 months, in-person submission may not be required.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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.
- Original Seaman's Book (CDC) + photocopy — Continuous Discharge Certificate issued by the Department of Shipping, Government of Nepal — valid and stamped.
- Vessel-boarding letter from shipping company / agency — On company letterhead, confirming vessel name, flag, port of embarkation in the Netherlands, and dates.
- Crew list / vessel itinerary — Showing the applicant is listed on the vessel's crew manifest.
- Seafarer Employment Agreement (SEA) — Signed contract between the applicant and the shipping company.
- Maritime training / certification — STCW certificates or equivalent maritime credentials.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance — Minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation; valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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.

**Notes:**
- VFS Seafarer / Blue Carpet documents checklist (PDF): https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/netherlands/nepal/english/pdf/Seafarer-Checklist-2025.pdf
- Blue Carpet Programme allows applications up to 9 months before departure (vs. 6 months for standard Schengen).
- Eligibility: Dutch flag + Dutch port (apply NL); foreign flag + Dutch port (apply NL); Dutch flag + foreign port (apply at the foreign port's Schengen state).
- Border authorities may cancel a seafarer visa at entry if the applicant is not actually listed for embarkment on the declared vessel.

### Re-Entry — Entry Visa — Returning Dutch Resident (Schengen Type C)

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Until the applicant arrives in the Netherlands and regularises the residence permit at the IND.
**Validity:** Single entry — to facilitate re-entry only.
**Entries:** Single.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard.
**How to apply:** Apply at VFS Kathmandu with proof of prior Dutch residence and the reason for the document loss / expiry.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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.
- Previous Dutch residence permit (or copy) — Original or photocopy of the lost / stolen / expired Dutch verblijfsvergunning.
- Police report (where document was lost / stolen) *(conditional)* — Original Nepali or third-country police complaint document.
- Reason-for-absence justification — Cover letter explaining genuine and important reasons for being abroad; supported by medical / family / work documents as relevant.
- Dutch employer / sponsor letter *(conditional)* — Where applicable — confirming continued employment or sponsorship in the Netherlands.
- BSN (Burgerservicenummer) confirmation — Documentation of the applicant's Dutch tax / social-security number.
- Confirmed return / onward airline ticket — 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).
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance — Minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation; valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.

**Notes:**
- The Entry Visa allows the applicant to return to the Netherlands and regularise the residence permit at the IND on arrival.
- Walk-in alternative: applicants whose IND objection / appeal has been approved can walk in at VFS Kathmandu Mon–Fri 09:00–13:00 without an appointment — only the VFS service + courier fees apply (consular fee waived).

### Caribbean — Dutch Caribbean Short-Stay Visa (≤ 90 days)

**Purpose:** Travel to the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom of the Netherlands — Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, St Eustatius, and St Maarten.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Standard issuance is multi-entry for the trip duration.
**Entries:** Multi-entry across the six Dutch Caribbean territories.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard.
**How to apply:** Apply at VFS Kathmandu — same Schengen-style submission flow.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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 — 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 — 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 — 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) — 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) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Caribbean visas do NOT permit travel to the European Netherlands or any other Schengen country — separate Schengen visa needed.
- Caribbean visas do NOT permit paid work — a work permit is required.
- Frequent visitors can apply for the Caribbean Carpet Programme (multi-year multi-entry) — see netherlandsworldwide.nl.

### Work — Netherlands Long-Stay MVV — Work (Highly Skilled Migrant / Job Seeker)

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Tied to the Dutch work contract — typically 5 years per residence-permit cycle for Highly Skilled Migrant; 1 year for Orientation Year.
**Validity:** MVV sticker valid 90 days for entry; convert to residence permit at the Dutch BRP / Gemeente registration after arrival.
**Entries:** Single on the MVV sticker; multi on the residence permit.
**Processing time:** 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.
**How to apply:** Dutch employer / institution lodges the residence-permit application at the IND in the Netherlands FIRST. Once IND issues a positive decision, the applicant has 3 months to collect the MVV sticker at the Embassy New Delhi (passport couriered from / to Nepal via VFS Kathmandu courier service).
**Eligibility:** Highly Skilled Migrant: Dutch employer must be recognised by IND as a Kennismigrant sponsor; minimum monthly salary thresholds (~ EUR 5,331 for 30+, EUR 3,909 for under-30 in 2025; reduced for graduates of Dutch higher education). Orientation Year: graduated from a Dutch / top-200 university within last 3 years.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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.
- IND positive decision letter — Original Dutch IND decision approving the residence permit — includes the MVV reference number.
- Dutch employment contract — Signed contract stating role, salary (≥ Kennismigrant threshold), duration, and place of work.
- Dutch employer KvK extract — Recent extract — within 3 months — confirming the employer is registered.
- Education / professional qualifications — Apostilled / attested certificates with notarised English translations.
- Police clearance certificate — From Nepal Police, attested by Nepal MoFA — issued within the last 3 months.
- TB-test waiver / pulmonary screening declaration — Required for Nepali nationals on long-stay; complete the chest X-ray within 3 months of arrival in the Netherlands.
- DoFE labour permit — Department of Foreign Employment, Government of Nepal — required at airport departure for outbound workers.
- Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) certificate — From a DoFE-licensed orientation provider in Nepal.
- Foreign Employment Insurance receipt — Mandatory under DoFE rules.
- Social Security Fund (SSF) contribution receipt — Mandatory under DoFE rules.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance — Minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation; valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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.
- MVV courier / collection fees — No additional MVV-collection fee at the Embassy. VFS Kathmandu courier NPR 3,484 covers passport return.

**Notes:**
- Recruitment from Nepal must go through a DoFE-licensed Nepali manpower agency.
- Nepal applicants cannot apply for the MVV directly at VFS — the Dutch sponsor must lodge the IND application first.
- After IND approval, applicants have 3 months to collect the MVV sticker. The passport is couriered from Kathmandu to New Delhi for sticker affixing and back via VFS courier.
- Highly Skilled Migrants benefit from the 30 % ruling — a tax break for the first 5 years of Dutch tax residency.
- Orientation Year (zoekjaar) holders can switch to Highly Skilled Migrant status without leaving the Netherlands once they secure a qualifying job offer.

### Student — Netherlands Long-Stay MVV — Study at University

**Purpose:** Pursuing higher-education studies at a recognised Dutch university or hogeschool (university of applied sciences) — full-time programmes lasting more than 90 days.
**Stay duration:** Tied to the academic programme — typically 1 year per residence-permit cycle, renewable through the IND.
**Validity:** MVV sticker valid 90 days for entry; convert to student residence permit (verblijfsvergunning studie) at the Gemeente / IND on arrival.
**Entries:** Multi-entry once the residence permit is issued.
**Processing time:** IND processing: 60 days. After IND approval, MVV sticker is issued within 10 working days and couriered to Nepal.
**How to apply:** Dutch institution applies for the MVV + residence permit at the IND on behalf of the student (single combined procedure — TEV). Once IND approves, the student collects the MVV sticker via Embassy New Delhi / VFS Kathmandu courier.
**Eligibility:** Admission to a recognised Dutch institution (HBO / WO); proof of sufficient financial means (~ EUR 14,500 / year for tuition + living, set annually); private health insurance valid in the Netherlands; clean criminal record.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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.
- IND positive TEV decision letter — Original combined-procedure decision (Toegang en Verblijf) approving entry and the student residence permit.
- Admission / enrolment letter from Dutch institution — On letterhead, stating programme, duration, course code, and tuition status.
- Academic transcripts and certificates — SLC / +2 / Bachelor's as applicable — apostilled by Nepal MoFA, with notarised English translations.
- Proof of financial means — Bank statement showing minimum funds per IND schedule (~ EUR 14,500 / year for living + tuition); OR scholarship-award letter; OR sponsor undertaking.
- Proof of accommodation in the Netherlands — University residence confirmation, private rental contract, OR host-invitation; first months sufficient at MVV stage.
- TB-test screening declaration — Required for Nepali nationals on long-stay; chest X-ray within 3 months of arrival.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance — Minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation; valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).
- MVV courier / collection fees — No additional MVV fee at the Embassy. VFS courier NPR 3,484.

**Notes:**
- TEV (Toegang en Verblijf) is the single combined entry-and-residence procedure for students — handled by the Dutch institution at the IND.
- Most Dutch universities have dedicated international-student offices that handle the TEV / MVV process end-to-end.
- Students may work up to 16 hours per week during studies (or full-time during summer) on the residence permit.
- After graduation from a Dutch HBO / WO programme, students can apply for the Orientation Year (zoekjaar) work-permit pathway.

### Family Reunion — Netherlands Long-Stay MVV — Family Reunification (Gezinshereniging)

**Purpose:** 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 duration:** Tied to the sponsor's residence permit; converted to family residence permit (verblijf gezinshereniging) on arrival.
**Validity:** MVV sticker valid 90 days for entry; residence permit aligned with sponsor.
**Entries:** Single on the MVV sticker; multi on the residence permit.
**Processing time:** IND processing: 90 days. After IND approval, MVV sticker is issued within 10 working days and couriered to Nepal.
**How to apply:** Sponsor in the Netherlands lodges the family-reunification application at the IND. Once IND approves, the applicant collects the MVV sticker via Embassy New Delhi / VFS Kathmandu courier.
**Eligibility:** Sponsor must hold a valid Dutch residence permit (or be a Dutch / EU citizen) AND meet income requirements (≥ 100 % of the Dutch minimum wage on a 1-year contract — or stable equivalent income). Sponsor must be 21+ for spousal reunification.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport + photocopy — 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 — Plus copies of every visa / stamp page from previous passports if any.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35 × 45 mm) — 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 — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate, both sides.
- Schengen visa application form (online + signed) — 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 — 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.
- IND positive decision letter — Original Dutch IND decision approving the family-reunification residence permit.
- Sponsor's Dutch residence permit + passport copy — Sponsor must hold a valid Dutch residence permit OR be a Dutch / EU / EEA / Swiss citizen.
- Sponsor's income proof — Salary slips (last 3 months), employment contract (≥ 1-year), tax declaration showing income ≥ 100 % Dutch minimum wage.
- Proof of relationship — Marriage / civil-partnership / birth certificates, attested by Nepal MoFA AND legalised by the Dutch Embassy via VFS. Notarised English translations mandatory.
- Family register / Lalpurja (for parents / extended) *(conditional)* — Issued by the local Ward Office, attested by Nepal MoFA, with notarised English translation.
- Sworn statement of intent to live together — Signed declaration by both partners confirming intent to share a household in the Netherlands.
- Dutch civic-integration exam (basisexamen inburgering) *(conditional)* — Required for spousal reunification of certain nationalities — Nepalese applicants may need to pass the basic Dutch language + Dutch-society exam at the Embassy New Delhi BEFORE the MVV is issued.
- TB-test screening declaration — Chest X-ray within 3 months of arrival.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance — Minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation; valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).
- MVV courier / collection fees — VFS courier NPR 3,484.

**Notes:**
- Civic-integration exam (basisexamen inburgering) is REQUIRED for spousal reunification of certain non-EU nationalities — Nepalese applicants must usually pass it at the Dutch Embassy New Delhi BEFORE the MVV is issued.
- Marriage / birth certificates require Nepal MoFA attestation AND legalisation by the Dutch Embassy via VFS Kathmandu.
- EU / EEA / Swiss citizens benefit from the Free Movement of Persons regime — simplified procedure without the civic-integration exam.

## Important general 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.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Netherlands visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (Tourist, Business, Family, Family of EU Citizen). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: 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.
3. **Submit at VFS Global Netherlands Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu** — 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.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days standard from Embassy receipt; max 45 calendar days. Apply max 6 months before travel; min 15 calendar days. Collect your passport or e-visa as the embassy or visa centre instructs.

## Frequently asked questions

### 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

- 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

## Related

- All visa guides for Nepali citizens: https://yatraforfun.com/visa
- Schengen visa from Nepal, country by country: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/schengen
- Dummy flight ticket for visa files: https://yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket

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*Yatra For Fun (https://yatraforfun.com) helps Nepali citizens prepare visa files over WhatsApp — the embassy or visa centre makes the decision — and sells reservation documents for visa files: 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.*