How to get a Netherlands visa from DR Congo

• The tourist visa is for the sole purpose of leisure travel, including vacationing, sightseeing, visiting family, and friends.
• It allows stays of up to 90 days in the Netherlands.
• Netherlands visa application form should be completely filled and signed.
• DR Congo passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the date of exit from the Netherlands.
• The passport must have at least two blank pages for the Netherlands visa.
• Two identical passport photograph taken against a white background.
• Bank statements showing proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay should be provided.
• Travel itinerary showing entry date, exit date and full details of your trip in the Netherlands.
• Hotel reservation to show proof of accommodation in the Netherlands.
• Letter of invitation from a friend, family members or tour organization in the Netherlands should be submitted alongside with host’s ID card or the Netherlands residence permit.
• Photocopies of entry tickets for tourist activities is required.
• The letter of invitation must include details of the trip, purpose, and duration of trip.
• Letter of invitation must also include the host’s home address and contact information.
• If the host will be financially responsible for the applicant, it must be stated in the letter of invitation.
• Holders of a tourist visa must not engage in any business activities or educational activities in the Netherlands.

• The business visa is issued to foreigners travelling to the Netherlands for business purposes such as attending a business meeting, conferences, negotiating and signing contracts.
• It is valid for a maximum stay of up to 90 days.
• The applicant should provide proof of company registration of the company in the Netherlands by providing a certificate of registration issued by the Government of the Netherlands.
• A cover letter from the applicant's employer in DR Congo stating the awareness of applicant's trip, duration and reason for travel to the Netherlands are required.
• The business cover letter should also indicate that the applicant is of good conduct.
• The cover letter should clearly state who will be financially responsible for the applicant during the stay in the Netherlands and must be signed by a senior employee in the company in DR Congo.
• The invitation letter must be approved by the chamber of commerce in the Netherlands must be provided.
• Proof of business dealings by both companies should be provided.
• Income tax for the last three months must be provided.
• Confirmation of return ticket must be provided, this is to show that the applicant has the intention of returning back to DR Congo.
• The business visa is valid for a maximum stay of up to 90 days.
• Proof of yellow fever vaccination and other communicable diseases should be submitted.
• Applicant's travel itinerary showing travel details and dates of entry and exit from the Netherlands is required.

Medical travel insurance is compulsory for visitors to the Netherlands. The insurance must cover at least 30.000 Euros and include costs for medical treatment, hospitalization, and repatriation due to injury or medical reasons. The insurance must be valid and cover the total length of the visit.