Documents per type of visit
Use this list before your appointment. The embassy may ask for more.
| Document | Family visit | Holiday | Business |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valid passport and photo | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Visa application form | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Medical insurance – €30,000 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Return flight reservation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Bank statements – 6 months | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Proof of work or studies at home | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Sponsor form 1310 | If relevant | – | If relevant |
| Invitation letter | Recommended | – | ✔ |
| Hotel bookings | – | ✔ | If relevant |
| Travel itinerary | If relevant | ✔ | – |
| Proof of family relationship | ✔ | – | – |
| Self-employed: form 7612 | If relevant | If relevant | If relevant |
Rules for every document
Legalised
Official documents from abroad must be legalised or carry an apostille.
Translated
Translations into Dutch, English, French or German.
Consistent
Names, dates and amounts must match across all documents.
Originals
Bring originals and copies to the appointment.
Let us check your file
Send your documents
Scan your documents and send them to us.
Our review
We check completeness, consistency and the weak points.
Your final file
You go to the appointment with a complete and strong file.
Staying longer than 90 days?
Family reunification
Bring your children and family members to the Netherlands.
family-visa.nl Open website FamilyPartner visa
A residence permit for your spouse or long-term partner.
partner-visa.nl Open website StudyStudent visa
Study at a Dutch university or college.
study-visa.nl Open website WorkHighly Skilled Migrant
The fastest work route, for professionals hired by an IND recognised sponsor.
hsmvisa.nl Open websiteInformation valid for 2026, based on ind.nl, netherlandsworldwide.nl and the EU Visa Code. Fees and rules can change – always check the latest information with us or on ind.nl.