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Netherlands visa eligibility

Who can apply for the Netherlands national long-stay visa routes. Short-stay Schengen eligibility follows the shared Schengen rules.

Official guidance Regularly updated

Important

This information is for general guidance only. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee your application will be approved.

Whether you qualify for a Netherlands national long-stay (Type D) visa, and which route applies, depends on your purpose of stay and circumstances under the rules set by the Dutch authorities. Check the official sources below, and the Netherlands embassy or consulate, for the requirements that apply to you. Who needs a short-stay Schengen visa is covered by the shared Schengen eligibility guidance.

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Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-10. Information only — not legal advice.