--- title: Netherlands visa for citizens of Suriname description: "Citizens of Suriname need a visa for the Netherlands and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €30 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/netherlands/suriname lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Netherlands visa for citizens of Suriname Citizens of Suriname 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/travel-and-residence/visas-for-the-netherlands/short-stay-schengen-visa ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (Short-Stay) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 + €30 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 showing sufficient funds for stay (approx. €55 per day) ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Check if you need a short-stay Schengen visa and collect all required documents. 2. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the online or paper application form accurately. 3. **Book an appointment at the embassy or VFS Global** — Schedule an appointment online via VFS Global or the embassy website. 4. **Attend the appointment and submit biometrics** — Bring all documents, pay the fee, and provide fingerprints and photo. 5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days; may extend up to 45 days. 6. **Collect passport or receive by courier** — You will be notified when your passport is ready for collection or delivery. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Download from official website or VFS Global - **Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Valid for entire Schengen area and duration of stay - **Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation** (Travel): Not necessarily paid ticket, but confirmed booking - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement)** (Travel): For entire stay in Schengen area - **Bank statements for last 3-6 months** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for travel and stay - **Employment letter or proof of self-employment (with salary details, leave approval)** (Employment): If employed; for students: enrollment letter - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Only if traveling with family - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit and itinerary** (Supporting, optional): Optional but recommended - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): To show travel history - **Proof of residence in Suriname (if not a citizen)** (Supporting, optional): For non-Suriname nationals residing in Suriname ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €55 per day of stay (or equivalent in Surinamese dollars) - Bank statements - Sponsorship letter - Traveler's cheques If sponsored, provide sponsor's bank statements and a signed letter of sponsorship. ## Good to know - Apply well in advance; processing can take up to 45 days during peak seasons. - Ensure your passport has at least 3 months validity beyond your planned departure from Schengen area. - Travel insurance must cover the entire Schengen area and all dates of travel. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient funds or unclear source of income** — Provide clear bank statements and proof of stable income. - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form. - **Lack of travel insurance or invalid coverage** — Purchase a policy that meets Schengen requirements. - **Previous visa violations or overstay** — Provide explanation and evidence of compliance with previous visas. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Suriname need a visa for the Netherlands? Citizens of Suriname need a visa for the Netherlands and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (Short-Stay). ### How long can citizens of Suriname stay in the Netherlands? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Netherlands visa cost for citizens of Suriname? Government fee: €90 + €30 service fee. ### How long does Netherlands visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Suriname need for the Netherlands? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background); Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement); and 6 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/travel-and-residence/visas-for-the-netherlands/short-stay-schengen-visa. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [netherlandsandyou.nl](https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/travel-and-residence/visas-for-the-netherlands/short-stay-schengen-visa) ## More - [Netherlands visa for every passport](/visa/netherlands) - [Every destination for Suriname passport holders](/visa/passport/suriname)