Amsterdam Visa Guide
Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders
Last updated: April 2026
Key Information
Key Requirements
- Passport valid for 3+ months beyond departure from Schengen
- Passport issued within last 10 years with 2+ blank pages
- Travel insurance with €30,000 minimum coverage for Schengen area
- Proof of sufficient funds (minimum €50 per day)
- Confirmed accommodation for entire stay
- Return flight booking
Step-by-Step Application Process
- 1
Confirm Netherlands is your main Schengen destination (longest stay)
- 2
Complete online Schengen visa application via VFS Global
- 3
Book appointment at VFS Netherlands visa center
- 4
Gather all required documents
- 5
Attend VFS appointment - submit documents and biometrics
- 6
Pay €80 visa fee + VFS service charge (₹1,770 including GST)
- 7
Track application online
- 8
Receive passport with visa (typically 15 days, up to 60 days possible)
Documents Required
- Valid passport (3+ months validity, 2 blank pages)
- Completed Schengen visa application form
- Two passport-size photographs (recent)
- Travel insurance (€30,000 Schengen coverage)
- Flight reservation (round-trip)
- Hotel bookings for entire stay
- Bank statements (last 3 months showing ≈€50/day funds)
- Employment letter and salary slips
- Income Tax Returns (ITR)
- Cover letter explaining purpose
- Detailed travel itinerary
Pro Tips
- Apply at least 1-2 months before travel to avoid delays
- Netherlands visa processing straightforward with complete documentation
- Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague make great itinerary
- Show bank balance of ≈₹1-1.5 lakhs for 10-day trip (€50/day requirement)
- Travel insurance must cover all Schengen countries
- Previous Schengen/US/UK travel helps approval but not mandatory
- VFS Global centers in all major Indian cities
- Children under 6 are exempt from visa fee
- Netherlands is bike-friendly - mention cycling tours in itinerary!
Important Notes
- • Netherlands Schengen visa allows travel to all 27 Schengen countries
- • Apply at Dutch embassy if Netherlands is where you'll spend most time
- • Must show minimum €50 per day in financial proof
- • Can apply 6 months before travel but not later than 45 days before
- • 90-day limit applies to entire Schengen area collectively
- • Biometrics valid for 5 years across Schengen applications
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1-2 months before travel
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