--- title: Netherlands visa for citizens of Bangladesh description: "Citizens of Bangladesh need a visa for the Netherlands and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €2,446 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/netherlands/bangladesh lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Netherlands visa for citizens of Bangladesh Citizens of Bangladesh need a visa for the Netherlands and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Application site: https://consular.mfaservices.nl/schengen-visa/short-stay ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Tourist (max 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 + €2,446 service fee - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Proof of funds:** EUR 34 per day (or equivalent in BDT) for the intended stay ## How to apply 1. **Complete the online Schengen visa application form** — Fill out the form on the official Dutch consular website and note the unique code. 2. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents as per the tourist visa checklist for Bangladesh. 3. **Book an appointment at VFS Global visa application centre in Bangladesh** — Schedule an appointment online via VFS Global's appointment system. 4. **Attend appointment and submit application** — Visit the VFS centre in person to submit documents and provide biometrics (photo and fingerprints). 5. **Pay visa and service fees** — Pay the visa fee (set by Dutch government) and VFS service charge (BDT 2,446) in cash at the centre. 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 15 calendar days on average, up to a maximum of 45 days. 7. **Collect passport with decision** — Return to VFS centre or choose courier service to receive your passport and visa sticker. ## Documents checklist - **Completed online Schengen visa application form (printed, with unique code)** (Identity): Handwritten forms are not accepted. - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, valid 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area)** (Identity): Passport must be recognized by the Netherlands. - **1 recent passport-style photograph (35x45 mm, colour, full face, no headgear except for religious reasons, not older than 6 months)** (Identity): Must comply with ICCAO standards. - **Travel medical insurance (minimum coverage EUR 30,000, valid throughout Schengen area for entire stay)** (Travel): Must cover emergency medical aid, hospital treatment, and repatriation. - **Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary** (Travel): Shows intended travel dates and proof of onward travel. - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter from host)** (Travel): Covers entire stay in Schengen area. - **Proof of sufficient financial means for the stay (e.g., recent bank statements, salary slips, or sponsor letter)** (Financial): Must show ability to cover expenses (min EUR 34 per day for Bangladesh). - **Employment letter or proof of occupation (if employed, no objection letter; if student, enrollment certificate; if retired, pension statement)** (Employment): Must state purpose of visit and intention to return. - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps demonstrate travel history. - **Consent letter for minors travelling abroad (if applicable, signed by both parents or legal guardians)** (Identity, optional): Required when child travels with one parent or alone. - **Proof of relationship with parent/guardian (for minors: birth certificate or adoption decree)** (Identity, optional): Needed if applying as a minor. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** EUR 34 per day (or equivalent in BDT) for the intended stay - Recent bank statements (last 3-6 months) - Salary slips - Sponsorship letter + sponsor's bank statements and income proof Cash, traveler's cheques, or credit card statements may also be accepted as proof of funds. ## Good to know - All fees are non-refundable even if the visa is rejected. - Overstaying your visa risks a two-year visa sanction for all Schengen countries. - If your travel document is not recognized by the Netherlands, your application may be declared inadmissible. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check the form before submission and ensure it has the unique code. - **Insufficient travel medical insurance** — Purchase a policy that covers at least EUR 30,000 and is valid for the entire Schengen stay. - **Inadequate proof of financial means** — Provide recent bank statements showing sufficient funds (at least EUR 34 per day). - **Failure to provide required supporting documents** — Follow the tourist visa checklist for Bangladesh exactly and submit all documents listed. - **Not a genuine tourist (suspicion of illegal immigration or overstay)** — Provide strong ties to home country such as employment letter, property ownership, family commitments. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Bangladesh need a visa for the Netherlands? Citizens of Bangladesh need a visa for the Netherlands and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Tourist (max 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Bangladesh stay in the Netherlands? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Netherlands visa cost for citizens of Bangladesh? Government fee: €90 + €2,446 service fee. ### How long does Netherlands visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Bangladesh need for the Netherlands? Completed online Schengen visa application form (printed, with unique code); Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, valid 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area); 1 recent passport-style photograph (35x45 mm, colour, full face, no headgear except for religious reasons, not older than 6 months); Travel medical insurance (minimum coverage EUR 30,000, valid throughout Schengen area for entire stay); Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter from host); and 5 more. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://consular.mfaservices.nl/schengen-visa/short-stay. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [Apply for a visa | vfsglobal](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/bgd/en/nld/apply-visa) - [Visa Information - VFS Global](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/netherlands/bangladesh/english/index.html) - [Applying for a Schengen visa for the Netherlands in Bangladesh ...](https://www.netherlandsworldwide.nl/visa-the-netherlands/schengen-visa/apply-bangladesh) - [consular.mfaservices.nl](https://consular.mfaservices.nl/schengen-visa/short-stay) ## More - [Netherlands visa for every passport](/visa/netherlands) - [Every destination for Bangladesh passport holders](/visa/passport/bangladesh)