--- title: Netherlands visa for citizens of Namibia description: "Citizens of Namibia need a visa for the Netherlands and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €25 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/netherlands/namibia lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Netherlands visa for citizens of Namibia Citizens of Namibia 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://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/web/namibia/visa-for-the-netherlands ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Short-Stay (C) - **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 + €25 service fee - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements or other evidence of sufficient means (e.g. €55 per day of stay) ## How to apply 1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents as listed above. 2. **Complete online application form** — Fill in the Schengen visa application form on the official Netherlands visa portal. 3. **Pay visa fee online** — Pay the €80 visa fee plus service fee (if applicable) via the VFS Global payment system. 4. **Schedule appointment** — Book an appointment online at the VFS Global centre in Windhoek for biometrics and document submission. 5. **Attend appointment** — Visit the VFS Global centre on the scheduled date to submit documents, provide biometrics (photos and fingerprints), and confirm identity. 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing usually takes 15 to 30 calendar days from the date of submission. 7. **Collect passport** — Once processed, collect your passport from the VFS Global centre or have it couriered (if arranged). ## Documents checklist - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Supporting) - **Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, with at least 3 months validity beyond planned departure and at least 2 blank pages)** (Travel) - **Two recent passport-size colour photographs (35x45 mm, white background)** (Supporting) - **Travel health insurance valid throughout Schengen area (minimum coverage €30,000)** (Travel) - **Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary** (Travel): Onward ticket required - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or letter of invitation)** (Travel) - **Bank statements for the last 3 months** (Financial): Proof of sufficient funds (~€55 per day of stay) - **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment): Letter from employer confirming leave, or student certificate, or pension proof - **Visa fees receipt (VFS Global payment confirmation)** (Supporting) ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €55 per day of stay - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Sponsorship letter if applicable Equivalent in local currency (NAD) is accepted; exchange to EUR will be considered. ## Good to know - Visa application must be submitted at least 15 days before the intended travel, but no earlier than 6 months before. - Incomplete forms or missing documents will lead to rejection or delay. - Biometrics are valid for 59 months; if previously provided, you may be exempt (check at appointment). ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient funds shown in bank statements** — Ensure balance covers daily threshold and include all relevant accounts. - **Expired passport or insufficient validity** — Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond travel and have blank pages. - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all entries and sign the form before submission. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Namibia need a visa for the Netherlands? Citizens of Namibia need a visa for the Netherlands and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Short-Stay (C). ### How long can citizens of Namibia stay in the Netherlands? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Netherlands visa cost for citizens of Namibia? Government fee: €90 + €25 service fee. ### How long does Netherlands visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Namibia need for the Netherlands? Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, with at least 3 months validity beyond planned departure and at least 2 blank pages); Two recent passport-size colour photographs (35x45 mm, white background); Travel health insurance valid throughout Schengen area (minimum coverage €30,000); Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or letter of invitation); and 3 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for the Netherlands? At least 3 months. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/web/namibia/visa-for-the-netherlands. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [netherlandsandyou.nl](https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/web/namibia/visa-for-the-netherlands) ## More - [Netherlands visa for every passport](/visa/netherlands) - [Every destination for Namibia passport holders](/visa/passport/namibia)