How much does a Netherlands business visa cost?

For a Netherlands business visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Schengen business visa (standard) — €90; Children 6–11 — €45; Children under 6 — free; Family member of EU/EEA/CH citizen — free; VFS service fee — €30; Courier passport return — €15. The Netherlands does not charge extra for multi-entry visas; ask for one if you travel regularly for work. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Netherlands business visa take to process?

A decision on a Netherlands business visa typically takes around 12 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.

Where do I apply for a Netherlands business visa?

VFS Global centres in London, Manchester or Edinburgh acting for the Netherlands Embassy. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Netherlands business visa?

The Netherlands consular network lists: Valid passport; Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Recent biometric photo; Invitation letter from the Dutch company, or a completed guarantor/sponsorship form where costs are covered by the host; Letter from your UK employer with role, salary and travel dates; Proof of business relationship or event registration; Travel medical insurance min. €30,000; Flight and hotel bookings; Bank statements for the last 3 months; Proof of UK immigration status. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Netherlands business visa from the United Kingdom?

Yes. We list 4 submission points in the UK for Netherlands, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

Netherlands business visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Netherlands business visa — used for meetings, conferences, trade fairs and short professional assignments. Every field below is taken from our editor-verified country record and reflects what the Netherlands consular network publishes for applicants of any nationality. You apply in the country where you legally reside, so exact centres and service fees can differ locally.

Consular fee

€90

Typical decision

12 days

Appointments

Online booking

Where to apply for a Netherlands business visa

VFS Global centres in London, Manchester or Edinburgh acting for the Netherlands Embassy.

Required documents

Valid passport
Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
Recent biometric photo
Invitation letter from the Dutch company, or a completed guarantor/sponsorship form where costs are covered by the host
Letter from your UK employer with role, salary and travel dates
Proof of business relationship or event registration
Travel medical insurance min. €30,000
Flight and hotel bookings
Bank statements for the last 3 months
Proof of UK immigration status

Turn this list into a tick-off checklist on the checklist page, which also flags which items are mandatory and which are only advisable.

Fees, reductions and exemptions

Schengen business visa (standard)€90
Children 6–11€45
Children under 6Free
Family member of EU/EEA/CH citizenFree— Directive 2004/38/EC — fee waived with proof of relationship.
VFS service fee€30
Courier passport return€15

The Netherlands does not charge extra for multi-entry visas; ask for one if you travel regularly for work.

Booking an appointment

Appointments are booked with VFS after completing the online application. Optional prime-time and courier services carry extra fees.

Practical tips

If the Dutch host covers your costs, the official guarantor form (garantstelling) signed and stamped by the municipality removes most personal financial evidence.

What is unusual about the Netherlands process

Dutch decisions are usually quick, but applications submitted less than 15 days before travel are rarely expedited.

Official sources

If you are applying from the United Kingdom

London — Netherlands Visa Application Centre – London
66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT
Service fee applies on top of the consular fee. Business hours Mon–Fri 08:30–14:30; passport collection 16:00–17:30.
Birmingham — Netherlands Visa Application Centre – Birmingham
One of four Dutch centres in the UK.
Manchester — Netherlands Visa Application Centre – Manchester
One of four Dutch centres in the UK.
Edinburgh — Netherlands Visa Application Centre – Edinburgh
One of four Dutch centres in the UK.

Applying from somewhere else? Use the consulate that covers your country of legal residence — the requirements above still apply.

Updated today against official Netherlands consular sources. Requirements can change without notice — always confirm before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Netherlands business visa cost?: For a Netherlands business visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Schengen business visa (standard) — €90; Children 6–11 — €45; Children under 6 — free; Family member of EU/EEA/CH citizen — free; VFS service fee — €30; Courier passport return — €15. The Netherlands does not charge extra for multi-entry visas; ask for one if you travel regularly for work. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Netherlands business visa take to process?: A decision on a Netherlands business visa typically takes around 12 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.
Where do I apply for a Netherlands business visa?: VFS Global centres in London, Manchester or Edinburgh acting for the Netherlands Embassy. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Netherlands business visa?: The Netherlands consular network lists: Valid passport; Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Recent biometric photo; Invitation letter from the Dutch company, or a completed guarantor/sponsorship form where costs are covered by the host; Letter from your UK employer with role, salary and travel dates; Proof of business relationship or event registration; Travel medical insurance min. €30,000; Flight and hotel bookings; Bank statements for the last 3 months; Proof of UK immigration status. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.
How do appointments work for a Netherlands business visa?: Appointment model: Online booking. Appointments are booked with VFS after completing the online application. Optional prime-time and courier services carry extra fees.
Can I apply for a Netherlands business visa from the United Kingdom?: Yes. We list 4 submission points in the UK for Netherlands, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

🇳🇱 Netherlands business visa: requirements, fee and processing time