Netherlands visa from Bangladesh
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The Netherlands is famous for its stunning tulip fields, which paint the landscape in vibrant colors each spring. But if you want to see them personally, you need a visa.
Bangladeshi citizens can now apply for Netherlands short-stay Schengen visas directly through the Netherlands Visa Application Center (VAC) in Dhaka. This marks a smoother and more convenient process for travelers planning short visits to the Netherlands. However, it’s important to note that long-term (D-type) visa applications will continue to be processed by the Netherlands Embassy in Dhaka.
More information on the Netherlands visa from Bangladesh is discussed in the article below.
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Available visa types for Netherlands from Bangladesh
The applicant’s visa purpose can specify the number of days that they can stay with their visa. The Netherlands short-stay visa allows applicants to stay there for not more than 90 days. However, the Netherland's long-term multiple-entry visas permit Bangladeshis to stay for up to 5 years. Well, here is the list of the Netherlands visa types for Bangladeshis.
Short-Term Visas
Tourist
Business & Official Visit
Visit Family or Friends
Entry Visa
Seafearers
Family Members of EU/EEA/SWISS National
Cultural, Sports, or Religious Events and Film Crews
Medical Treatment
Dutch Caribbean Visa
Airport Transit Visa
Short Stay Caribbean Visa
Long Stay Caribbean Visa
Long-Term Visas
Student
Work
Join Family
Au Pair
Working Holiday
Self-employed and Startup
Visa facilities you can get from VISAThing for the Netherlands
Applying for a Netherlands visa needs a mandatory in-person visit. This means logistic support isn't allowed for any visa category. However, an authorized representative can help with paperwork. For example, they can assist with cover letters and document organization. They can also help with translations and notarizing. Bangladeshis can get these services from VISAThing for the Netherlands.
Study
MULTIPLE ENTRY |
Processing Time
Approx. 7-15 Working Days
Service Available
+1
Premium Consultancy, Legalization (Study Visa), Visa Consultancy
Netherlands
৳34600
Study
SINGLE ENTRY |
Processing Time
Approx. 7-15 Working Days
Service Available
+1
Visa Consultancy, Premium Consultancy, Legalization (Study Visa)
Netherlands
৳34600
Work / Employment
MULTIPLE ENTRY | 90 Days
Processing Time
Approx. 15-20 Working Days
Service Available
Document Legalization, Visa Consultancy
Netherlands
৳14470
Join Family
MULTIPLE ENTRY | 90 Days
Processing Time
Approx. 15-20 Working Days
Service Available
Visa Consultancy, Document Legalization
Netherlands
৳14470
Business Visit
SINGLE ENTRY | 30 Days
Processing Time
Approx. 15-20 Working Days
Service Available
Document Legalization, Visa Consultancy
Netherlands
৳10350
Event
SINGLE ENTRY | 30 Days
Processing Time
Approx. 15-20 Working Days
Service Available
Document Legalization
Netherlands
৳10350
Family Visit
SINGLE ENTRY | 30 Days
Processing Time
Approx. 15-20 Working Days
Service Available
Visa Consultancy, Document Legalization
Netherlands
৳10350
Tourist
SINGLE ENTRY | 30 Days
Processing Time
Approx. 15-20 Working Days
Service Available
+1
Express Consultation, Document Legalization, Visa Consultancy
Netherlands
৳10350
Conference/Event
SINGLE ENTRY | 30 Days
Processing Time
Approx. 15-20 Working Days
Service Available
Visa Consultancy, Document Legalization
Netherlands
৳10350
Easy steps for Bangladeshis to get Netherlands visa
The steps of the visa application process are important for the irreversible process. “What is done cannot be undone” goes well with this. Even silly mistakes can be the reason for the Netherlands visa application refusal. So, VISAThing has prepared a simple outline for the Netherlands visa application process.
Short-Term Visa Application
The short-term Netherlands visa application process is straightforward. The Netherlands Visa Application Center, Bangladesh, accepts Bangladeshi citizens’ Netherlands Schengen visa applications. Here is the process in case you want to apply.
Step 1: Visit the Netherlands Visa Application Center in Bangladesh website.
Step 2: Choose your Netherlands visa category.
Step 8: Collect your passport in person or via courier when the visa decision comes out.
Step 7: Pay your Netherlands visa fee in cash at the Visa Application Center.
Step 6: Applicants must visit the VFS Centre on the scheduled date, submit documents, and provide biometrics.
Step 5: Book an appointment from the Netherlands Visa Application Centre website for the short stay visas.
Step 4: Gather all required documents as per the checklist and ensure they are complete and valid. Translate the documents into English and notarize them.
Step 3: Fill out the online Schengen visa application form and download it. The form must have a unique code, which will be generated only if the form is filled out online.
Long-Term Visa Application
You should apply for a long-stay visa if you want a visa for more than 90 days. The Netherlands Embassy in Bangladesh is responsible for processing Netherlands MVV visas. The process is mentioned below.
Step 1: Collect your Netherlands Residence permit and necessary documents.
Step 2: Book an appointment by emailing the Netherlands Embassy in Bangladesh.
Step 3: Visit the Embassy in person on the appointment day.
Step 4: Submit your documents and Biometrics.
Step 5: Pay your Netherlands visa fee at the embassy on the same day.
Step 6: Collect your passport after the visa decision.
VISAThing’s Netherlands online visa application service for Bangladeshi
Now, apply online for Netherlands visa application from Bangladesh through VISAThing. Applicants already have their share of the burden for the biometric submission. So, VISAThing offers an online visa application service to reduce the burden.
If you are too busy with work and want to apply for your visa online, feel free to activate this service. After you activate this service, you only need to provide your biometrics in person. All the other things will be managed by VISAThing throughout the application process.
Visit the VISAThing website and select your Netherlands visa category.
Click on “Apply Now” and go to the next interface.
Submit your required documents in proper formats online.
Then pay your service charge.
Your online Netherlands visa application from Bangladesh will be activated by that time.
An expert consultant will contact you for the necessary information and updates. To secure a Netherlands visa for Bangladeshi, stay connected with VISAThing.
Processing time and Netherlands visa fee from Bangladesh
Netherlands visa processing fee for Bangladeshi is now around BDT 14,850. You also need to pay for an additional Visa Application Center service fee. The fee is required for both short-term visa applications.
The Schengen or short-term Netherlands visa processing time a maximum of 45 working days. As for the long-term Netherlands visas, the processing time usually takes 10 to 15 working days.
Learn About Netherlands Visa Decision and Appeal
Bangladeshi applicants can appeal against the decision to the Netherlands Immigration. An authorized person is also allowed to appeal on the applicant's behalf. The review of the appeal usually takes 12 weeks to make their decision.
If the IND rejects your appeal, you can still apply for a judicial review.
Applicants can also reapply for their Netherlands visa. The written form of the refusal letter contains the reason for the visa refusal. After finding out the ground, applicants should update their documents before reapplying.
FAQ for Netherlands Visa
Conclusion
To get a Netherlands visa from Bangladesh, applicants should be prepared in advance. Apart from the biometric submission, VISAThing can help you in every step of the application. You can take your authorized representative VISAThing's expert service. Netherlands visa processing for Bangladeshi has become easier with VISAThing. A lower Netherlands visa rejection rate of VISAThing can be beneficial for you. So, do not hesitate to reach us for your Netherlands visa application.
