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Netherlands Tourist Visa

For Bangladeshi passport holders · Kingdom of the Netherlands

Sticker Visa

Overview

The Standard Short Term "Tourist Visa" is for those applicants who want to visit Netherlands for the purpose of Tour / Holidaying / Vacation. The Visitor is only permitted to stay in Netherlands for the duration of their planned of stay but no more than 90 days. The applicant must enter and exit the Schengen area within that time limit. During their stay in Netherlands, visitors with a Tourist Visa are not permitted to accept unauthorized employment, attend school, or represent foreign information media.

In order to obtain a Netherlands Schengen Sticker Visa, applicants must physically submit all necessary documentation to The Embassy of Sweden in Dhaka.Please note, no prior appointment is required to submit your applications at the Visa Application Centre.If the applicants are qualified for this visa, the visa officer will review the profile and stamp the passport.
After that, applicants must pick up their passports from the Embassy.
**Long-term visa applications of The Netherlands for Bangladeshi citizens are submitted at the Embassy of The Netherlands in New Delhi, India. The Netherlands Embassy requires in-person submission. So, the applicants need to attend the embassy when submitting files and get a long-term Netherlands visa from Bangladesh.

Who can apply

  • Eligibility to apply for Visa Basic Eligibility :
    Any Bangladeshi Nationals are Eligible to Apply for Netherlands Tourist Visa (having a valid MRP / E-Passport with at least 6 months validity) subject to provide some required Documents.
    Also Applicant should,
    • be a genuine visitor
    • have enough funds to support his/her stay and leave.

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Required documents

Choose the applicant's profession. Documents differ mainly in proof of occupation and finances.

Service holder

Salaried employees

  1. Passport :

    A valid passport that is original and at least 3/6 months validity is essential. Moreover,

    *the passport should not be older than 10years.

    *the passport must have at least two blank pages. *copies of your previous Schengen Visas (if applicable)

    Note: All previous passports and Visa's are required (if any).

  2. A Cover Letter :

    A personal letter from the applicant covering personal details,the purpose of the visit to Netherlands and should present a detailed trip itinerary.

    The required informations are :-

    1.applicants name.

    2.designation.

    3.passport number.

    4.accommodation.

    5.purpose and out lining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip.

    6.expenses etc.

    (also include all the details of the other members travelling with you)

  3. Round trip flight itinerary :

    Containing the dates and flight numbers specifying entry & exit from Netherlands.

  4. Travel Insurance

    Insurance must be valid for the whole Schengen area. The Insurance must cover the repatriation costs up to 30,000 Euros. The Insurance must fully cover the whole period of stay within the Schengen area.

    *The conditions must be stated either on the insurance document or on a separate confirmation letter.

  5. Photo Specification :

    Passport sized photograph (3.5cm by 4.5cm)

    *The photo should be a recent whole face capture with a white background.

    *Neutral face expression (No smile & mouth closed) *Do not glue or staple the pictures to the application form.

  6. Flight and hotel reservations

    Valid Flight and Hotel bookings or the inviter's residence address is required

  7. Proof of civil status :

    *Marriage Certificate - if married (also NIkah Nama both in Bangla & English,for Muslim Marriage in A4 size photocopy)

    *Divorce Certificate - (talak nama) if applicable.

    *Death certificate - if applicable.

    *Birth certificate of children - if applicable.

  8. Invitation letter (if any)

    An original copy of the invitation letter from the company/organization or friends and family with evidence.

  9. Applicants/Sponsors Financial Documents

    *Personal Bank Statement of the last 6 months & Bank Solvency certificate.

    *TIN certificate

    *Income Tax certificate (Last 2 years), Tax Return (ITR)

  10. Applicants/Sponsors Proof of Occupation and Identity

    *Office ID Card/Visiting Card

    *Company Letter Pad : A letter from your employer on company letterhead, with contact details, stating that a leave of absence has been granted, the purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job (if you are a job holder).

    *Salary slips for the last 6 months

    *Valid Passport, NID, Photo, and Birth certificate.

  11. Forwarding Letter

    NOC from the applicant's company authority on the company's letterhead stating the applicant's name, designation, passport number, purpose, and duration of the visa.

    **The NOC letter is highly important for your Schengen visa application.(Pay slips should be included in it.

  12. Additional Documents :

    For minors below the age of 18,proof of legal parenthood (if applicable) :

    *copy of either birth certificate or proof of adoption (if adopted).

    *custody decree in case parents are divorced or death certificate of parents (if applicable).

    *'Letter of Consent' from the legal guardian including his/her passport copy legalized by a notary public. (only required in case the legal guardian is not present during the Visa appointment.).

Business person

Owners and partners

  1. Passport :

    A valid passport that is original and at least 3/6 months validity is essential. Moreover,

    *the passport should not be older than 10years.

    *the passport must have at least two blank pages. *copies of your previous Schengen Visas (if applicable)

    Note: All previous passports and Visa's are required (if any).

  2. A Cover Letter :

    A personal letter from the applicant covering personal details,the purpose of the visit to Netherlands and should present a detailed trip itinerary.

    The required informations are :-

    1.applicants name.

    2.designation.

    3.passport number.

    4.accommodation.

    5.purpose and out lining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip.

    6.expenses etc.

    (also include all the details of the other members travelling with you)

  3. Round trip flight itinerary :

    Containing the dates and flight numbers specifying entry & exit from Netherlands.

  4. Travel Insurance

    Insurance must be valid for the whole Schengen area. The Insurance must cover the repatriation costs up to 30,000 Euros. The Insurance must fully cover the whole period of stay within the Schengen area.

    *The conditions must be stated either on the insurance document or on a separate confirmation letter.

  5. Photo Specification :

    Passport sized photograph (3.5cm by 4.5cm)

    *The photo should be a recent whole face capture with a white background.

    *Neutral face expression (No smile & mouth closed) *Do not glue or staple the pictures to the application form.

  6. Flight and hotel reservations

    Valid Flight and Hotel bookings or the inviter's residence address is required

  7. Proof of civil status :

    *Marriage Certificate - if married (also NIkah Nama both in Bangla & English,for Muslim Marriage in A4 size photocopy)

    *Divorce Certificate - (talak nama) if applicable.

    *Death certificate - if applicable.

    *Birth certificate of children - if applicable.

  8. Invitation Letter (If any)

    An original copy of the invitation letter from the company/organization or from friends and family with evidence.

  9. Applicants/Sponsors Financial Documents :

    *personal Bank Statement of last 6 months & Bank Solvency certificate.

    *Company Bank Statement of last 6 months & Bank Solvency certificate (if business holder)

    *TIN certificate

    *Income Tax certificate,Tax Return (ITR)

    *Income Tax certificate of Company (in case the applicant is a business holder).

  10. Applicant/Sponsor Proof of Occupation and Identity

    *Company memorandum.

    *Visiting card.

    *Updated Trade License

    *Valid Passport copy, NID, Photo, and birth certificate.

  11. Forwarding Letter

    The business pad states the applicant's name, designation, passport number, purpose, and duration of the visa.

  12. Additional Documents :

    For minors below the age of 18,proof of legal parenthood (if applicable) :

    *copy of either birth certificate or proof of adoption (if adopted).

    *custody decree in case parents are divorced or death certificate of parents (if applicable).

    *'Letter of Consent' from the legal guardian including his/her passport copy legalized by a notary public. (only required in case the legal guardian is not present during the Visa appointment.).

Professional

Doctor, engineer, lawyer, CA etc.

  1. Passport :

    A valid passport that is original and at least 3/6 months validity is essential. Moreover,

    *the passport should not be older than 10years.

    *the passport must have at least two blank pages. *copies of your previous Schengen Visas (if applicable)

    Note: All previous passports and Visa's are required (if any).

  2. A Cover Letter :

    A personal letter from the applicant covering personal details,the purpose of the visit to Netherlands and should present a detailed trip itinerary.

    The required informations are :-

    1.applicants name.

    2.designation.

    3.passport number.

    4.accommodation.

    5.purpose and out lining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip.

    6.expenses etc.

    (also include all the details of the other members travelling with you)

  3. Round trip flight itinerary :

    Containing the dates and flight numbers specifying entry & exit from Netherlands.

  4. Travel Insurance

    Insurance must be valid for the whole Schengen area. The Insurance must cover the repatriation costs up to 30,000 Euros. The Insurance must fully cover the whole period of stay within the Schengen area.

    *The conditions must be stated either on the insurance document or on a separate confirmation letter.

  5. Photo Specification :

    Passport sized photograph (3.5cm by 4.5cm)

    *The photo should be a recent whole face capture with a white background.

    *Neutral face expression (No smile & mouth closed) *Do not glue or staple the pictures to the application form.

  6. Flight and hotel reservations

    Valid Flight and Hotel bookings or the inviter's residence address is required

  7. Proof of civil status :

    *Marriage Certificate - if married (also NIkah Nama both in Bangla & English,for Muslim Marriage in A4 size photocopy)

    *Divorce Certificate - (talak nama) if applicable.

    *Death certificate - if applicable.

    *Birth certificate of children - if applicable.

  8. Invitation letter (if any)

    An original copy of the invitation letter from the company/organization or friends and family with evidence.

  9. Applicants/Sponsors Financial Documents

    *Personal Bank Statement of the last 6 months & Bank Solvency certificate.

    *TIN certificate

    *Income Tax certificate (Last 2 years), Tax Return (ITR)

  10. Applications/Sponsors Proof of Occupation and Identity

    *Visiting Card

    *If the applicant is a doctor, then he will show a BMDC certificate; If he is a lawyer, then he will have to show a Bar Council certificate; and others have to prove their occupation from their respective autonomous bodies.

    *Valid Passport, NID, photo, and birth certificate.

  11. Forwarding Letter

    The applicant's name, designation, passport number, purpose, and duration of the visa.

  12. Additional Documents :

    For minors below the age of 18,proof of legal parenthood (if applicable) :

    *copy of either birth certificate or proof of adoption (if adopted).

    *custody decree in case parents are divorced or death certificate of parents (if applicable).

    *'Letter of Consent' from the legal guardian including his/her passport copy legalized by a notary public. (only required in case the legal guardian is not present during the Visa appointment.).

Others

Students, homemakers, retired, dependants

  1. Passport :

    A valid passport that is original and at least 3/6 months validity is essential. Moreover,

    *the passport should not be older than 10years.

    *the passport must have at least two blank pages. *copies of your previous Schengen Visas (if applicable)

    Note: All previous passports and Visa's are required (if any).

  2. A Cover Letter :

    A personal letter from the applicant covering personal details,the purpose of the visit to Netherlands and should present a detailed trip itinerary.

    The required informations are :-

    1.applicants name.

    2.designation.

    3.passport number.

    4.accommodation.

    5.purpose and out lining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip.

    6.expenses etc.

    (also include all the details of the other members travelling with you)

  3. Round trip flight itinerary :

    Containing the dates and flight numbers specifying entry & exit from Netherlands.

  4. Travel Insurance

    Insurance must be valid for the whole Schengen area. The Insurance must cover the repatriation costs up to 30,000 Euros. The Insurance must fully cover the whole period of stay within the Schengen area.

    *The conditions must be stated either on the insurance document or on a separate confirmation letter.

  5. Photo Specification :

    Passport sized photograph (3.5cm by 4.5cm)

    *The photo should be a recent whole face capture with a white background.

    *Neutral face expression (No smile & mouth closed) *Do not glue or staple the pictures to the application form.

  6. Flight and hotel reservations

    Valid Flight and Hotel bookings or the inviter's residence address are required

  7. Proof of civil status :

    *Marriage Certificate - if married (also NIkah Nama both in Bangla & English,for Muslim Marriage in A4 size photocopy)

    *Divorce Certificate - (talak nama) if applicable.

    *Death certificate - if applicable.

    *Birth certificate of children - if applicable.

  8. Invitation letter (if any)

    An original copy of invitation letter from company/organization or friends and family with evidence.

  9. Applications/Sponsors Financial Documents

    *Personal Bank Statement of the last 6 months & Bank Solvency certificate.

    *TIN certificate

    *Income Tax Certificate (Last 2 years), Tax Return (ITR)

  10. Applicants/Sponsors Proof of Occupation and Identity

    *Valid Passport, NID, photo, and birth certificate.

    *Visa request letter from the educational institute or student card/evidence of school enrollment (if student)

  11. Forwarding Letter

    The applicant's name, designation, passport number, purpose, and duration of the visa.

  12. Additional Documents :

    For minors below the age of 18,proof of legal parenthood (if applicable) :

    *copy of either birth certificate or proof of adoption (if adopted).

    *custody decree in case parents are divorced or death certificate of parents (if applicable).

    *'Letter of Consent' from the legal guardian including his/her passport copy legalized by a notary public. (only required in case the legal guardian is not present during the Visa appointment.).

Fees & charges

  • Visa Fees 90 EUROS (for adults).
  • Visa Fees 45 EUROS (for children aged 6-12).
  • Visa Application Service Center Charge BDT 5000 Approximately.
  • Travel Insurance Charge : Depends on applicant's age & travel duration.
  • Service Charge BDT 8,000.
  • Note: Bank draft charge and Visa application center fee might be charged.
  • ***Visa fee & service charges are NON-REFUNDABLE

Processing time

10 to 15 Working Days approximately. (The processing time at Embassy depends on the visa categories and proper representation of the visa application to the Visa office).

About Netherlands

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The Netherlands is a small country sandwiched between Belgium and Germany in Western Europe. The North Sea, located to the north and west of the Netherlands, is continually battering the land. The Netherlands is larger than the state of Maryland, but smaller than West Virginia.It borders Germany to the east, and Belgium to the south, with a North Sea coastline to the north and west. It shares maritime borders with the United Kingdom, Germany and Belgium in the North Sea.

The country's official language is Dutch, with West Frisian as a secondary official language in the province of Friesland.Dutch, English and Papiamento are official in the Caribbean territories.

The four largest cities in the Netherlands are Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague and Utrecht.Amsterdam is the country's most populous city and the nominal capital.The Hague holds the seat of the States General, Cabinet and Supreme Court.The Port of Rotterdam is the busiest seaport in Europe.Schiphol is the busiest airport in the Netherlands, and the third busiest in Europe. The Netherlands is a founding member of the European Union, Eurozone, G10, NATO, OECD, and WTO, as well as a part of the Schengen Area and the trilateral Benelux Union. It hosts several intergovernmental organisations and international courts, many of which are centred in The Hague.

Capital
Amsterdam
Currency
Euro (€) (EUR)
Language
Dutch
Religion
55.4% No religion,37.5% Christianity,5.2% Islam,1.1% Hinduism,0.8% Others.
Population
17,800,600
Calling code
+31
Time zone
UTC+01:00 (CET)

Major cities

  • 1.Amsterdam
  • 2.Rotterdam
  • 3.The Hague
  • 4.Eindhoven
  • 5.Utrecht

Weather

The Netherlands is located in the 'temperature zone'.Throughout the country,mean winter temperatures are about 3°C and mean summer temperatures are around 17°C.Coastal regions have more hours of sunshine than inland regions and relatively small annual and diurnal temperature range.

Travel rules

Before departure

  • Original Passport including Visa.
  • Proof of Accommodation.
  • Round Air Tickets printed copy.
  • Travel Insurance copy.

Embassy & contacts

Important notes

Amy is not liable for any further delays in visa processing or for the approval or denial of any visa application, since this entirely depends on the Embassy. The embassy reserves the right to ask for more evidence and to contact the applicant for an interview if required.

Requirements are set by the embassy and can change without notice. The Amy Visa Team confirms the current checklist when you apply. Always verify before travel.

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