If your application is complete, meets all requirements, and Dutch diplomatic missions are operating normally, the average processing time is between 18 and 21 calendar days. The maximum is 45 calendar days.
For the latest processing times and updates, please visit the NetherlandsWorldwide website.
We have received instructions from the Dutch diplomatic mission confirming that children under 12 do not need to provide fingerprints.
However, children must still be present in person at the visa application centre when submitting their visa application so that the required application procedures can be completed.
This requirement applies immediately.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Due to the high volume of visa applications during the high season, processing times may take up to 45 days.
You will be notified once your application has been processed.
During this period, please do not contact NetherlandsWorldwide, the Dutch missions or TLScontact to request an update on the status of your application.
Thank you for your understanding.
For information about visa processing times, please visit the NetherlandsWorldwide website for the latest updates.
Thank you for your understanding.
Starting from 2nd of April 2026, Russian citizens outside Russia applying for a Schengen visa under “family visit” category will be subject to the same restrictions as Russian citizens within Russia: only visits to first- and second-degree relatives will still be permitted. Please refer to website of NWW for more details: Frequently asked questions about the situation in the Russian Federation | NetherlandsWorldwide
Due to the current situation in the Middle East, the processing time for visa applications may take up to 21 calendar days.
We appreciate your understanding and patience. You will be notified as soon as your application has been processed.
For short-stay Schengen visas, airport transit visas, and entry visas, applications are usually processed within 15 calendar days from the date the Dutch diplomatic mission receives a complete application file.
In some cases, processing may take up to 45 calendar days.
Please note that during this processing period, applicants are kindly requested not to contact the Dutch Embassy or Consulate regarding the status of their application.
Thank you for your understanding.