Netherlands visa requirements for Mozambicans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Mozambicans visiting Netherlands

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Dutch Visa.

    • A Mozambican passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
    • 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 (35mm x 45mm) taken on a light grey background.
    • Travel document.
    • Proof of financial support.
    • Proof of accommodation.
    • Copy of return flight ticket.
    • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country. 
    • Travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros.
    • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
    • Copy of travel itinerary.

    Netherlands Visa for Mozambicans

    Facts about Netherlands

    The Netherlands is renowned for its landscapes of canals, extensive cycling routes, impressive windmills. tourists can find pleasure in exploring the waterways, museums. One notable spot not to be missed is the Keukenhof known as the Garden of Europe which has over 700 varieties of tulips, and the largest public garden in the world.  

    The Netherlands translates to 'lower countries' as a reference to its low and flat topography. the country is the second-largest exporter of food in the world owing to its rich soil and mild climate. 

    Tourism in The Netherlands has been steadily on the rise compared to other European countries with the number of foreign tourists growing at a rate of 5.5 percent yearly. 


    Types of Netherlands Visa

    Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
    Tourist visa 15 working days 90 days
    Business visa 15 working days 90 days
    Medical visa 15 working days 90 days
    Student visa 15 working days More than 90 days
    Official visa 15 working days 90 days

    General Requirements for Netherlands Visa

      • A Mozambican passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
      • 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 (35mm x 45mm) taken on a light grey background.
      • Travel document.
      • Proof of financial support.
      • Proof of accommodation.
      • Copy of return flight ticket.
      • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country. 
      • Travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros.
      • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
      • Copy of travel itinerary.
      Netherlands Tourist visa Netherlands Business visa Netherlands Medical visa Netherlands Student visa Netherlands Official visa

      Netherlands Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

      • The Netherlands tourist visa is also known as the "Type C" Schengen visa. It enables tourists to visit the Netherlands for relaxation or pleasure.
      • You must have a valid passport with at least two blank pages to affix the visa.
      • Two passport photographs with the following requirements are needed:
        • Recently taken (not older than six months).
        • 35mm x 45mm photo size taken on a white background.
      • Travelers intending to visit friends and family in the Netherlands should also secure a tourist visa.
      • If you have a host in the Netherlands, you are required to present a letter of invitation from your host. Your host’s home address, telephone number and other means of contact (if any) should be written in detail in the letter.
      • Mozambicans visiting the Netherlands on a tourist visa are not allowed to take up a program of learning while in the country.
      • Holders of this visa can attend events and festivals if they wish to do so.
      • A letter from your employer in Mozambique stating awareness and allowance of your leave is required. Your position in the company and the length of your employment should also be stated.
      • During your visa application, you are required to provide a covering letter briefly introducing yourself and explaining the true purpose and duration of your visit.
      • A copy of an onward or return ticket is also important.
      • Flight itinerary stating the dates, flight numbers as well as entry and exit details from the Netherlands should be provided.
      • Proof of travel insurance must be provided -- a minimum of €30,000 coverage within the Netherlands and the entire Schengen area.
      • During your time in the country, you are not allowed to seek public funds.
      • The Netherlands tourist visa is a short-stay visa. Extending the visa beyond the 90-day validity is only possible under very strict conditions, e.g., in the case of emergencies.
      • If you wish to stay longer in the country, your best decision might be to apply for a long-stay visa instead.

      Netherlands Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

      • The Netherlands business visa enables Mozambicans to visit the Netherlands for business purposes.
      • An original passport not older than 10 years with at least a validity of 3 months beyond the intended period of stay is required.
      • While you are in the country with this visa, you can meet up with business partners to negotiate and sign contracts.
      • You can also attend trade fairs, conferences and business summits while you are in the country.
      • An invitation letter from the company you will be visiting in the Netherlands should be provided. The address of the company and the dates of your visit should be stated in the letter.
      • If the company you are meeting in the Netherlands will be responsible for your expenses while you are in the country and this should be stated in the letter.
      • A letter from your employer in Mozambique stating awareness and allowance of your business travel is important.
      • If the applicant of this visa has had previous business dealings with the company they are visiting, proof of this must be provided.
      • You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa. Holders of the Netherlands business visa also cannot seek public funds.
      • The Netherlands Business visa is a multiple-entry visa, valid from your exact arrival date for a maximum of 90 days within a period of 180 days.
      • Mozambicans are expected to exit the country at the expiration of their visa.
      • Before this visa is issued, it must have been proven that the applicant does not pose a threat to public order, public health, domestic security or international relations.
      • Travellers should be able to prove they have enough funds to comfortably spend at least 34 euros per day while in the Netherlands.

      Netherlands Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

      • This visa allows Mozambicans to visit the Netherlands for medical treatment.
      • Applicants coming to Netherlands for medical treatment must apply for a residence permit. This application costs € 1033.
      • A full medical diagnosis from your local doctor is required. It should be accompanied by a document stating why the ailment is best treated in the Netherlands.
      • The hospital or doctor in the Netherlands will also need to send a medical attestation confirming the date of appointment as well as their knowledge of your medical situation.
      • If you are employed, a letter from your employer is required. Your employer should state in the letter that he is aware of your leave. Your position and how long you have been employed in the company should be clearly stated.
      • The applicant must be able to demonstrate they have sufficient funds to cover their entire medical expenses while in the Netherlands.
      • Minors must ensure they possess the original copy of their birth certificate. If they are traveling alone or with one of their parents, a document of consent which is signed by both parents of the minor should be provided.
      • Travelers on a medical visa are not allowed to work while they are in the country.
      • You are expected to leave the country at the end of your treatment.
      • Visa holders are not allowed to take up permanent residence in the country, but temporary residence is allowed.
      • The applicant has to sign a medical declaration. By signing this declaration, the applicant consents to be involved in any medical research, if necessary.
      • A letter to the Medical Advice Bureau in the Netherlands is needed. This letter must include the following:
        • The nature of the illness.
        • Why treatment elsewhere will be inappropriate.
        • If you are capable of financing the treatment.

      Netherlands Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

      • The Netherlands student visa is for Mozambicans students who have the intention of studying in a school in the Netherlands.
      • Applicants of this visa should apply for a provisional residence visa also known as the MVV visa. Afterwards, the host institution will then apply for a full residence permit on the traveler's behalf.
      • To apply for an MVV visa you will need a valid passport and at least one passport page photocopy.
      • Proof that you are able to support yourself financially is required. It is expected that you have enough money to spend at least 850 euros per month.
      • Before applicants can initiate the visa application process, they must have been accepted into one of the recognized institutions of learning in the Netherlands.
      • This institution will need to provide you with a letter of admission. This is proof that you can attend lectures and write exams at school.
      • Certificates and transcripts of the schools you previously attended are required.
      • Foreign students are allowed to work part-time as long as it does not interfere with their studies.
      • An extension to this visa can be granted to cover the full duration of your program.
      • Student visa applicants are required to undergo a medical test for tuberculosis.
      • If you are a minor traveling without your parent, a letter of consent signed by both parents should be provided. Also, an unabridged original copy of your birth certificate is required.
      • It costs around €60 to process this visa.
      • In certain cases, you might need to take a civic integration exam at the consulate. This exam costs 150 euros.

      Netherlands Official Visa Eligibility & Requirements

      • The official visa allows Government officials to visit the Netherlands for official and diplomatic reasons.
      • A diplomatic note from the Mozambican government is required. The note should contain your position in government, the intended duration of your trip, as well as the purpose of your visit to the country.
      • A copy of the original invitation letter should be provided.
      • Applicants of this visa are mostly Heads of State, consular officers, ministers, and African Union representatives.
      • Asides Head of States, if your purpose of visiting the country is non-official, this visa will not be issued to you.
      • If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate should be presented during the visa application process.
      • Holders of this visa can attend conferences and business meetings while they are in the country.
      • Travelers are advised to carry a valid means of identification at all times.
      • The Netherlands official visa permits multiple entries into the country.

      Netherlands Visa Fees

      Visa Type

      Sub Types

      Visa Fees

      Tourist visa

      60.00 (EUR)

      Business visa

      60.00 (EUR)

      Medical visa

      60.00 (EUR)

      Student visa

      75.00 (EUR)

      Official visa

      60.00 (EUR)

      Netherlands Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mozambique

      Location

      Address

      Maputo

      Avenida, Kwame Nkrumah 324, Maputo.

      map@minbuza.nl

      +258 21 484 200

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Do they speak English in Netherlands?

       Research states that between 90% and 93% of the Dutch population claim to be able to converse in English.

      What is Netherlands famous for?
      The Netherlands (or Holland) may be a small country, but it is packed with world-famous icons like the bulb fields, windmills, cheese markets, wooden shoes, canals of Amsterdam, masterpieces of Old Masters, Delft Blue earthenware, innovative water-management and millions of bicycles.

      Is Amsterdam safe for females?
      Amsterdam is safe for female travellers and they experience very little to no harassment in the streets or elsewhere. Incidents do occur, though like everywhere, it is best to observe normal safety precautions- avoid walking alone in poorly lit or unpopulated areas.

      Can I send someone to submit my visa application on my behalf??