Netherlands Business Visa – Travel for Business Purpose

Whether you are visiting the Netherlands for business venture, conference, events, or to attend any meeting, apply for a Business visa.

Business visa ensures that you are entering the country in a legal manner and with a genuine purpose.

Eligibility for Netherlands Business Visa

Not everyone visiting the Netherlands needs a business visa as it is only required by travelers who are coming for business purposes. Visitors who are here for touring, need a tourist visa instead of a business visa.

If you are a UK resident with a valid British residence permit, you will require a valid Netherlands business visa which permits you to travel freely in this country.

*** Netherlands Business Visa is generally valid for three months within a half year period. It is advisable not to overstay with the valid visa duration.

How to submit the Form

Form submission is a crucial step which must be done carefully. When you are prepared to get a long stay Netherlands visa UK, you must apply properly. The procedure is;

  • First: Click on the APPLY NOW button and fill the given form of long stay visa. Make sure to fill every detail and pay the service charge with submission.
  • Second: After submission, our expert will reach you and guide you about the essential documents. Further appointments will be booked at the visa centre.
  • Third: On the scheduled day, bring all the mandatory documents at the visa centre and get them verified. Along with document verification, you are required to register the biometrics too.
  • Fourth: Obtain your visa along with your passport within 10-15 calendar days.

Documents for getting a Netherlands long stay visa

The Netherlands long stay visa document requirements are as follows:

  • APPLICATION FORM: Fully completed, error free and duly signed online application form
  • RECENT PHOTOGRAPHS: Two Identical photos taken within the last three months and they must adhere to the photo requirements set by Schengen countries.
  • PASSPORT: A valid passport issued within the last ten years and must be valid for at least three months after the departure from the Netherlands. Older passports with visas on them (If you have)
  • FLIGHT ITINERARY: Trip reservations including dates and flight numbers specifying your arrival and departure from the country.
  • TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel health insurance during your stay, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros in case of any medical emergency like accident, health issues, or death.
  • ACCOMMODATION PROOF: Showing your accommodation throughout the stay in the Netherlands. It may be hotel or hostel booking, rental agreement or letter of invitation.
  • FINANCIAL PROOF: Proof that you have sufficient funds in your bank account to support your stay financially in the country. This can be:
    • Bank Statement: Financial statement of last three months showing that you have enough money for the trip.
    • Sponsorship letter: In case a third person will be supporting your trip financially. This must be accompanied by a bank statement of the last three months.
  • FOR EMPLOYED: Employed person needs:
    • Employment letter
    • Bank statement of last 6 months
    • Income Tax return
  • FOR SELF EMPLOYED:
    • Copy of Business license
    • Bank statement of last 6 months
    • Income tax return
  • FOR RETIREE:
    • Pension statement of last 6 months
  • FOR STUDENTS:
    • Enrollment letter
    • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the university
  • FOR MINOR: The parents or legal guardian of minor applying for Netherlands visa must submit the following document for the minor ap[plicant;
    • Birth certificate
    • Application form signed by both parents
    • Court order (In case of custody with one parent)
    • Copies of passport of both parents
    • Parental consent (If minor is traveling alone)

*** The embassy will be checking if these documents match the Netherlands long stay visa requirements and Schengen standards. In case of wrong documents, your visa will be rejected.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Business visa permits you to attend business events, conferences or meetings in the country whereas a work visa permits you to work in the Schengen country.

No. Converting the visa is not allowed. In case you want to work in the Netherlands, you have to apply for a work visa only.

No. Tourist visa permits you only for exploring travel attractions of the country and not doing business or attending business events.

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