The service of booking an appointment to issue a visa to the Netherlands from Kuwait has been provided through the VFS Global Group website, after which the citizen or resident goes to the visa issuance center to submit the application in person, attaching all the required papers and documents.
All Kuwaiti citizens and residents of Kuwait can apply for a Netherlands visa through the Visa Issuance Office in person, after booking an appointment in advance through the official website of VFS Global Group. It is not possible to apply online for this service yet.
The following table shows the types of Netherlands visa from Kuwait:
Tourist Visa.
Business Visa.
Visiting Family and Friends Visa.
Airport Transit Visa.
Entry Visa.
Visa facilitation for family members of EU/EEA or Swiss nationals.
VISA AFTER APPROVED APPEAL.
How to obtain a Netherlands visa from Kuwait
To obtain a Netherlands visa from Kuwait, follow these simple steps: [1]
Step 1: Go to VFS Global Group website directly “from here“.
Step 2: Click on the Book now icon.
Step 3: Click on the Book now icon after reading the details.
Step 4: Complete the appointment booking to visit the visa center.
Step 5: Pay the required fees for Netherlands visa service from Kuwait.
Step 6: Visit the Visa Application Centre on the scheduled appointment.
Step 7: Complete the application and then wait for the visa to be issued.
Step 8: Receive your passport with Netherlands visa when it is ready.
How to inquire about a Netherlands visa application from Kuwait
To inquire about a Netherlands visa application from Kuwait, Here’s how you can do it:
Step 1: Go to VFS Global Group website directly “from here“.
Step 2: Type the Reference Number in the upper empty field.
Step 3: Enter the applicant’s Last Name in the field provided.
Step 4: Enter the verification code and then click on the Submit icon.
Step 5: Check Netherlands visa application status from Kuwait.
Requirements for issuing a Netherlands visa from Kuwait
The following table shows the requirements for issuing the most common Netherlands visas from Kuwait:
Visa type
Requirements
Tourist Visa
A completed and signed Schengen visa application form.
A passport or other travel document.
Your passport or travel document must be valid for at least 3 months from the date on which you leave the Schengen area.
Your passport or travel document must have at least 2 empty visa pages.
Your passport or travel document cannot have been issued more than 10 years ago.
Copy of the personal details page.
Copy of previously issued visas and a copy of all entry/exit stamps.
Copy of the personal details page of any previous passport and its visas.
If you are applying for a Schengen visa for a minor who will be travelling alone or with only 1 parent, please submit the following documents:
An extract of the minor’s birth certificate.
An identity document bearing the parents’ signature 1 document for each parent.
A declaration of consent from both parents, stating that the minor can travel.
If relevant: a court judgement stating which parent has been allocated parental responsibility for the minor
If relevant: a declaration from the minor’s school consenting to his/her absence.
Evidence of legal residence in the country you are applying from, e.g. a passport, visa or residence permit and a copy. Residence permit should be valid for at least 3 months after departure from Schengen.
Work permit if applicable.
A passport photo that meets Dutch passport requirements. This photo cannot have been taken more than 6 months ago and must bear a clear resemblance.
Travel itinerary – Travel reservation to and from Schengen area in your name, not a ticket.
Documents proving your visit is for tourist purposes.
Hotel reservations for the duration of your visit.
Bank statements of the last three months.
If you are employed: a declaration from your employer stating the period of your absence.
Documents proving that you will return to your own country after your trip.
Proof of health insurance:
The insurance policy has been taken out in your name.
Your insurance is valid throughout the Schengen area and for the duration of your visit.
At least €30,000 of medical costs are reimbursed, including hospital care, emergency treatment and repatriation including in the event of death.
If your insurer will not provide an official document of this nature, you should take out travel insurance with appropriate medical cover for this trip with one that does.
A visa, residence permit or passport which gives entry to your final destination after your visit to the Schengen area.
Payment of the visa fee at the moment of application.
You will not have your passport in your possession during the process of the visa application.
An application without the complete set of documents according to the above mentioned checklist may result in a rejection of your visa application.
Additional supporting documents may be requested from the competent authorities.
In case of refusal, visa fees are not refundable.
Visa facilitation for family members of EU/EEA or Swiss nationals
A valid passport or other travel document and a photocopy of the personal details page
Your passport or travel document must have at least 2 empty visa pages.
Your passport of travel document cannot have been issued more than 10 years ago.
Your passport or travel document must be valid for at least 3 months from the date on which you will leave the Schengen area.
A photo that meets Dutch requirements. This photo must have been taken within the last 6 months.
Itinerary for travel to the Netherlands showing departure and arrival locations and times for each part of your journey.
Make travel reservations that you can cancel if necessary.
For applications for children aged under 18 years:
The permission form, completed and signed by both parents or guardians.
A photocopy of the child’s valid identity document (such as a passport) signed by both parents or guardians.
A photocopy of the child’s birth certificate showing the names of both parents.
Any relevant legal documents, such as those relating to guardianship.
If your residence permit has expired, you will need the following documents:
Your residence permit.
A document showing the date you left the Netherlands or the Schengen area – Such as a plane ticket or a stamp in your passport.
If your residence permit was lost or stolen, you will need the following documents:
A police report.
A photocopy of the residence permit, if you have one.
Your alien registration number You can find this number in letters from the Immigration and Naturalisation Service and on the back of your residence document
Visiting Family and Friends Visa
For every document, you must provide the original and one copy.
The documents are to be presented in or translated to Dutch, English, French or Spanish.
Applications should be submitted in person
A completed and signed Schengen visa application form.
A passport or other travel document.
Your passport or travel document must be valid for at least 3 months from the date on which you leave the Schengen area.
Your passport or travel document must have at least 2 empty visa pages.
Your passport or travel document cannot have been issued more than 10 years ago.
Copy of the personal details page.
Copy of previously issued visas and a copy of all entry/exit stamps.
Copy of the personal details page of any previous passport and its visas.
If you are applying for a Schengen visa for a minor who will be travelling alone or with only 1 parent, please submit the following documents:
An extract of the minor’s birth certificate.
An identity document bearing the parents’ signature 1 document for each parent.
A declaration of consent from both parents, stating that the minor can travel.
If relevant: a court judgement stating which parent has been allocated parental responsibility for the minor
If relevant: a declaration from the minor’s school consenting to his/her absence.
Evidence of legal residence in the country you are applying from, e.g. a passport, visa or residence permit and a copy. Residence permit should be valid for at least 3 months after departure from Schengen.
Work permit if applicable.
A passport photo that meets Dutch passport requirements. This photo cannot have been taken more than 6 months ago and must bear a clear resemblance.
Travel itinerary – Travel reservation to and from Schengen area in your name, not a ticket.
Documents proving your visit is for tourist purposes.
Hotel reservations for the duration of your visit.
Bank statements of the last three months.
If you are employed: a declaration from your employer stating the period of your absence.
Documents proving that you will return to your own country after your trip.
Proof of health insurance:
The insurance policy has been taken out in your name.
Your insurance is valid throughout the Schengen area and for the duration of your visit.
At least €30,000 of medical costs are reimbursed, including hospital care, emergency treatment and repatriation including in the event of death.
If your insurer will not provide an official document of this nature, you should take out travel insurance with appropriate medical cover for this trip with one that does.
A visa, residence permit or passport which gives entry to your final destination after your visit to the Schengen area.
Payment of the visa fee at the moment of application.
You will not have your passport in your possession during the process of the visa application.
An application without the complete set of documents according to the above mentioned checklist may result in a rejection of your visa application.
Additional supporting documents may be requested from the competent authorities.
In case of refusal, visa fees are not refundable.
Entry Visa
Documents must be in Dutch, English, French, German or Spanish. If they are in a different language, you will need to have them translated.
You must submit your application in person.
Documents will not be returned to you, with the exception of your travel document and expired residence permit.
To apply for a visa you will need to hand in your travel document.
The competent authorities may ask you to provide additional supporting documents.
Any fees will not be refunded if your application is rejected.
Fees for issuing a Netherlands visa from Kuwait
The following table shows the fees for issuing a Netherlands visa from Kuwait:
Item
Fees
Schengen visa child – Under 6 years
Free of charge
Schengen visa child – From 6 years to 11 years
14.4 KWD
Schengen visa normal fee
28.8 KWD
Schengen visa, low fee
11.2 KWD
Airport transit visa child – Under 6 years
Free of charge
Airport transit visa child – From 6 years to 11 years
14.4 KWD
Airport transit visa
28.8 KWD
Caribbean visa child – Under 6 years
Free of charge
Caribbean visa
25.6 KWD
Entry visa child – Under 6 years
Free of charge
Entry visa child – From 6 years to 11 years
14.4 KWD
Entry visa
28.8 KWD
Netherlands visa from Kuwait processing Time
Processing of applications for a Netherlands visa from Kuwait usually takes about 4 weeks, but some applications may be delayed longer due to the need for additional documents, papers and procedures. The visa application can be submitted no more than 6 months before the travel date.
Where to apply for a Netherlands visa from Kuwait
The following table shows where to apply for a Netherlands visa from Kuwait:
Item
Details
Center name
VFS Global Group Visa Application Centre
Location
Arraya Centre – Al Shahada Street – Al Asimah Governorate – Near Courtyard by Marriott – Kuwait City
Days
Sunday to Thursday
Opening hours – Business hours
9:00 AM To 5:00 PM
Opening hours – Submission hours
9:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Opening hours – Passport Collection
4:00 PM To 5:00 PM
Opening hours in ramadan – Business hours
9:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Opening hours in ramadan – Submission hours
9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Opening hours in ramadan – Passport Collection
2:00 PM To 3:00 PM
Conclusion
Citizens and residents of Kuwait do not need to visit the embassy or consulate to apply for a visa. Rather, the application is submitted through the VFS Global Group visa office officially, and an appointment must be booked through the website before going to complete the procedures.
Questions & Answers
How to apply for work in Netherlands from Kuwait?
Applying for a job in Netherlands from Kuwait is done by going to the designated visa center after booking an appointment in advance and then submitting the application in person.
How much is the Netherlands visa fee from Kuwait?
Netherlands visa fee from Kuwait starts from 12 KWD and goes up to 30 KWD.
Does a Kuwaiti citizen need a visa to travel to Netherlands?
Yes, a Kuwaiti citizen must obtain a visa to travel to Netherlands.
Is Netherlands visa issuance service available from Kuwait online?
No, Netherlands visa issuance service is not available online from Kuwait.
Where to apply for Netherlands visa from Kuwait?
Netherlands visa application from Kuwait is done through VFS Global Group Visa Application Centre.
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