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Types of Visas in the Netherlands

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Types of Dutch Visas

• While not all visitors require a visa to enter the Netherlands, there are several types available.

• The visa is issued according to the purpose and the length of the stay.

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The Purpose of Stay in the Netherlands

• The types of Dutch visas can be included in two major categories: those for short-stays and those for long-stays.

• Tourists visiting from certain countries will need the short-tem one while some foreign nationals who want to work in the country will need a special work permit.

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Short-Stay Dutch Visas

• The short-stay visas apply to non-EU/EEA nationals who need to stay in the country for up to three months.

• The tourist visa, or Type C visa is necessary for exiting the Dutch airport.

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The Schengen Visa

• Those individuals who wish to travel to more than one Schengen country will need a Schengen visa when passing through the Netherlands.

• One of our experts can give you services similar to an immigration lawyer in the Netherlands if you are a foreign national in need of this type of visa.

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Long-Stay Dutch Visas

• The long-stay Dutch visa is suited for all those foreign nationals who want to live in the Netherlands for a longer period of time.

• Those who also want to work in the country during their longer stay must obtain a work permit in the Netherlands.

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Applying for a Dutch Visa

• In order to apply for a Dutch visa the applicant must submit the necessary forms with the Dutch embassy or consulate in their country of origin.

• The Dutch Immigration and Naturalization Service is the country’s agency that takes on the applications on a local level.

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Staying in the Netherlands for Other Purposes

• The right type of visa for the Netherlands can be requested based on the different motives for staying in the country.

• Family reunification is possible in the Netherlands. Individuals who seek asylum and those who want to stay longer for study purposes can do so.

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Becoming a Dutch Citizen

• When individuals decide to immigrate to Amsterdam they can go through the option procedure (only available in some cases) or they can apply for naturalization.

• The requirements for immigration apply as per the Dutch immigration law and one of our specialists can provide you with detailed information.

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Assistance for Obtaining the Dutch Visa

• You can choose to work with a Netherlands immigration consultant to make sure that all of the documents for visa applications and other permits and properly done.

• You can contact us for more information related to the requirements in your particular case.

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