Netherlands – Schengen Visa

Apply for your Dutch Schengen Visa

Visa Overview

The Netherlands Schengen Visa allows Filipino travelers to visit the Netherlands and other Schengen member states for tourism, business, family visits, and other short-stay purposes. This visa grants access to all 27 Schengen countries.

Best Time to Apply: Apply as early as 5 months before your intended travel date, but no later than 3 months prior to travel. Appointments typically can be scheduled 1-3 months ahead.

Visa Details

Visa Type: Schengen Visa (Type C)
Validity: Up to 90 days within 180-day period
Processing: 15 calendar days (up to 45 days in some cases)

Passport Requirements

Passport with at least 2 blank pages
Validity at least 6 months longer than date of departure from Schengen
Submit scans/copies of ALL PAGES containing visas, entry/exit stamps, or any other inscriptions

Photo Requirements

Specifications

Size: 35mm x 45mm
Color photo, true likeness
Light grey, light blue, or white background
Head facing forward, eyes horizontally aligned
Neutral expression, mouth closed
Resolution: at least 400 dpi
Printed on high-quality, smooth photo paper

Quantity: 2 pieces passport-size photos
Download detailed photo specifications from the sidebar.

Travel Documents

Confirmed Flight Booking – International and inter-state booking
Detailed Day-to-Day Itinerary – For entire trip
Hotel Confirmation – For entire stay
Covering Letter / Letter of Intent

Employment Documents

If Employed

Certificate of Employment (tenureship, position, compensation)
Certificate of Leave Absence
Latest Income Tax Return (ITR)
Copy of Employment ID

If Self-Employed

DTI or SEC Business Registration
Business Permit / Mayor’s Permit
Business Financial Statement
Business ITR

If Student

Proof of School Enrollment
Enrollment Certificate with approved travel abroad
Copy of Student ID

Financial Documents

Bank Certificate must be addressed to: Netherlands Embassy in Manila
Address: 26th Floor BDO Equitable Tower, 8751 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City Metro Manila

Personal Bank Certificate
Bank Statement – Last 6 months transactions
Credit Card Statements – Last 6 months (optional)

For Minors: Attach Notarized Affidavit of Support signed by either/both parents + all financial documents and proof of income of parents.

Proof of Ties to Philippines

Proof of social security contributions
Copy of real estate property title/deed
PSA Birth Certificate
PSA Marriage Certificate (if married)

Travel Insurance

Minimum coverage of €30,000
Valid throughout Schengen area
Must include COVID-19 benefits coverage
Coverage for emergency hospitalization and repatriation

We offer Malayan Travel Insurance with COVID benefits coverage.

Accredited Insurance Providers:

Malayan Insurance Company, Inc.
Standard Insurance Co
Pioneer Insurance and Surety Company
MAPFRE Insular Insurance Corporation
FPG Insurance
Assist-Card
Starr International Insurance Philippines
Pacific Cross Insurance, Inc.
AXA Philippines
ETIQA

Document Submission Guidelines

All documents must be in 1 set of ORIGINAL and 1 set of PHOTOCOPIES
All photocopies must be on A4 size bond paper

Embassy Information

Embassy of the Netherlands in Manila
26th Floor BDO Equitable Tower, 8751 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City, Metro Manila

netherlandsworldwide.nl

Schengen Area Countries

Important Notes

Appointment Availability: Typically 1 month ahead; during peak season, may take 2-3 months.
Processing Time: Usually 15 calendar days, but can take up to 45 days. Process begins the day after VFS submission.
Non-Refundable: The visa fee is NOT refunded if your visa application is refused.

Processing: 15–45
Calendar days Apply 3-5 months before travel

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