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How to get a Netherlands visa from Libya

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Libyan passport holders travelling to Netherlands.

Visa types & fees

2 visa options for travelling to Netherlands.

Student visa

Processing time15 days
Validityduration of study
Fee (approx.)$75

Tourist visa

Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$60

Application requirements

Documents Libyan applicants need to provide.

  • A passport valid for at least 3 months beyond from the intended departure date.
  • Your passport must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 x 45mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document showing the purpose of visit.
  • A proof of financial support to cover travel expenses while in Netherlands
  • A proof of accommodation for the whole duration of your stay
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • A proof of civil status or proof of ties to your home country.
  • A travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • A copy of travel itinerary with dates and flight numbers stating entry and exit date.

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • The Netherlands tourist visa enables tourists to visit the Netherlands for relaxation, tourism or pleasure.
  • The Netherlands is for temporary visits.
  • A passport valid with at least two blank pages to affix the visa.
  • Two passport photographs not older than six months (35 x 45mm)taken on a white background is required.
  • You can visit friends and family in the Netherlands too.
  • You are required to present a letter of invitation from your host
  • Libyans visiting the Netherlands on a tourist visa are not allowed to take up any study program or course while in the country.
  • Holders of this visa can attend events and festivals if they wish to do so.
  • A letter from your employer that the awareness of your leave and the length of stay is needed.
  • During your visa application, you are required to provide a cover letter which introduces you briefly and explains the purpose and duration of visit.
  • A copy of an onward or return ticket is also required during the visa processing.
  • A flight itinerary stating the dates, flight numbers as well as entry and exit details from the Netherlands should be provided to the Embassy or Consulate.
  • A minimum of €30,000 insurance coverage is needed.
  • While you are in the Netherlands, you are not allowed to seek public funds.
  • The Netherlands tourist visa is extendable but is only possible under very strict conditions, e.g., in the case of emergencies.
  • You can only stay longer with a long-stay visa.
  • Mire expected to provide a proof of their parent’s regular income (work contract with specified monthly income or a bank statement or business license) and notarized travel permission from parent (parental travel consent)
  • If one parent lives in another country – their notarized parental travel consent is to be submitted at the Embassy.

Student visa

  • The Netherlands student visa is meant for studying in the Netherlands.
  • A provisional residence visa also known as the MVV visa should be applied for after the applicants have obtained a student visa .
  • The host institution has to be apply for a full residence permit on the student's behalf.
  • To apply for an MVV visa you will need a valid passport and at least one passport page photocopy.
  • The MVV allows entry in the country for a six-month period. Most of the courses at universities last for 1 to 4 years, a mere MVV will not suffice.
  • Once you enter the country, you need to apply for VVR or a Residence Permit. The VVR is also applied for by the host university.
  • VVR is permitted for study purposes only and is valid for the duration of the programme the student had enrolled in. There is another condition attached with the validity of VVR. It stays valid provided the student scores 50% of credit throughout the course duration.
  • It is expected that you have enough money to spend at least 850 euros per month.
  • Libyans who apply for this type of visa must have been accepted into one of the recognized institutions of learning in the Netherlands.
  • You are expected to provide a letter of admission from the institution you are enrolled in. This is proof that you can attend lectures and write exams at the school.
  • Certificates and transcripts of the schools you previously attended is required.
  • Foreign students are allowed to work part-time as long as it does not interrupt their studies.
  • The visa is valid to the duration of the study.
  • Medical reports for tuberculosis, this is one of the required.
  • Minors have to submit a letter of consent signed by both parents Also, an unabridged original copy of your birth certificate is required.
  • It costs around €60 to process this visa.
  • In some cases, you might need to take a civic integration exam at the consulate which costs about 150 euros.

Where to apply

Netherlands embassy & visa application centers in Libya.

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AddressNetherlands currently does not maintain an embassy in Libya. Libyans are advised to use the Embassy nearest to them for their applications.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the air distance from Libya to Netherlands

Distance from Libya to Netherlands is 3,035 kilometers. This air travel distance is equal to 1,886 miles.

Is safe to travel to Netherlands

Netherlands is the safest country to travel. Crime rates are pretty low and law is strictly enforced.

How much is food in Netherlands

Food doesn't cost much in Netherlands. A basic lunch in Netherlands costs about 13 euros.
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Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Netherlands visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.