How it works
- Object within 4 weeks after the decision
- To the IND – if the Netherlands refused the visa
- The IND has 12 weeks to decide
- After the objection: appeal to the court is possible
Requirements
Do you meet the visa requirements?
The embassy checks one question above all: will you return home in time? We help you prove it.
Valid passport
Valid at least 3 months after your planned departure, with two blank pages.
A clear purpose
An invitation, hotel booking or business letter that explains your visit.
Enough money
Bank statements, or a sponsor in the Netherlands who covers your costs.
Reasons to return
A job, studies, property or family that bring you back home.
Key facts
Maximum stay90 days in any 180
Visa fee€90 adult · €45 child 6–11
DecisionUsually within 15 days
Medical insuranceAt least €30,000
ApplyUp to 6 months before travel
WhereDutch embassy or visa centre
Guides
Everything about your short stay
Practical guides for visitors, hosts and companies – written by immigration specialists.
Visiting family
Invite your parents, children or friends – with the sponsor form explained step by step.
Business visit
Meetings, trade fairs and training – the invitation letter that gets approved.
Visa refused?
Refusal grounds, objection or new application – and how we turn it around.
Forms and checklists
The official visa form, sponsor form 1310 and checklists – all in one place.
90/180 calculator
Check your days in the Schengen area before you book your next trip.
Visa types
Which visa do you need?
Business visa
Meetings, trade fairs and training – with an invitation from a Dutch company.
Process
From first call to travel
1
Free check
We check your purpose, finances and travel history against the visa rules.
2
Documents
Invitation, sponsor form, bank statements and insurance – complete and consistent.
3
Appointment
You apply at the Dutch embassy or the visa application centre in your country.
4
Decision
Usually within 15 days – in some cases up to 45 days.
5
Travel
At the border, the Entry/Exit System registers you instead of passport stamps.
Refused?
Your visa was refused – what now?
You can object within 4 weeks. A well-argued objection often succeeds where a new application would fail again.
Why visas are refused
- Doubts that you will return home in time
- Not enough money for the stay
- The purpose of the trip is unclear
- A previous overstay in the Schengen area
How we help
Why clients choose us
One complete file
Invitation, sponsor form and evidence that tell one consistent story.
Representation
Hazhir Yari represents clients at the IND and in court proceedings.
In your language
We advise visitors and hosts in many languages – including Turkish, Arabic and Persian.
20 years of experience
Two decades of Dutch immigration practice, from Eindhoven.
Costs
What it costs
Fees 2026
First consultation (30 min)Free
Visa fee – adult€90
Visa fee – child 6 to 11€45
Our service feeFixed quote after the intake
Objection after refusalFixed quote
The visa fee and visa centre charges are not refunded after a refusal.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does 90 days in 180 mean?
On any day of your stay, you look back 180 days. In that period you may have spent no more than 90 days in the Schengen area. Use our 90/180 calculator to check.
How early can I apply?
Up to 6 months before your trip, and no later than 15 days before. In busy months, apply as early as possible.
Can I work on a Schengen visa?
No. Business meetings, trade fairs and training are allowed – paid work in the Netherlands is not.
My visa was refused. Should I apply again?
Not always. If the refusal was wrong, an objection is often stronger. We check which route gives the best chance.
Can I extend my visa in the Netherlands?
Only in special and unexpected situations, such as serious illness or force majeure.
Who can be a sponsor?
A Dutch citizen or resident with sufficient income who signs form 1310 and has the signature legalised.
What is the Entry/Exit System?
The EU Entry/Exit System registers your entry and exit digitally and replaces the stamps in your passport.
Other routes
Staying longer than 90 days?
Family
Family reunification
Bring your children and family members to the Netherlands.
family-visa.nl Open website FamilyPartner visa
A residence permit for your spouse or long-term partner.
partner-visa.nl Open website StudyStudent visa
Study at a Dutch university or college.
study-visa.nl Open website WorkHighly Skilled Migrant
The fastest work route, for professionals hired by an IND recognised sponsor.
hsmvisa.nl Open websiteInformation valid for 2026, based on ind.nl, netherlandsworldwide.nl and the EU Visa Code. Fees and rules can change – always check the latest information with us or on ind.nl.