Netherlands visa requirements for Swazis

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Swazis visiting Netherlands

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

  • Duly completed and signed application form.
  • Original Swaziland passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of exit from the Netherlands.
  • Your passport must have 2 blank visa pages and cannot have been issued more than 10 years ago.
  • Two recent 35x45mm. passport-sized photograph that meets the visa photo requirement.
  • For minors traveling alone, the application form must be signed by the parents/legal guardians accompanied by a signed consent form.  
  • The birth certificate is required for minors as well as a valid means of identification of the parents.
  • For Non-Swazis, a valid residence permit to prove residence in Eswatini is required.
  • Travel insurance that covers all kinds of medical emergencies up to a minimum of €30,000.
  • Travel itinerary showing entry and exit dates from the Netherlands.
  • Proof of sponsorship signed by your host in the Netherlands or proof of financial capability that shows you can take care of your expenses during your stay.
  • Documentation proving status in Eswatini either as an employee, student or business owner.
  • Letter of invitation from a host in the Netherlands if purpose is to visit a friend or relative or hotel reservations spanning the duration of your stay in the Netherlands.
  • A cover letter detailing purpose, duration and any other necessary information about the trip.
  • For every document, you must provide the original and one photocopy.
  • All documents must be drawn up in or translated into Dutch, English, French or Spanish.
  • You cannot process a Netherlands visa at the consulate in Mbabane so all visa applications will have to go through the consulate in South Africa.

Netherlands Visa for Swazis

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
Visitor Visa 15 days 90 days
Transit visa 15 days 24 hours

General Requirements for Netherlands Visa

  • Duly completed and signed application form.
  • Original Swaziland passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of exit from the Netherlands.
  • Your passport must have 2 blank visa pages and cannot have been issued more than 10 years ago.
  • Two recent 35x45mm. passport-sized photograph that meets the visa photo requirement.
  • For minors traveling alone, the application form must be signed by the parents/legal guardians accompanied by a signed consent form.  
  • The birth certificate is required for minors as well as a valid means of identification of the parents.
  • For Non-Swazis, a valid residence permit to prove residence in Eswatini is required.
  • Travel insurance that covers all kinds of medical emergencies up to a minimum of €30,000.
  • Travel itinerary showing entry and exit dates from the Netherlands.
  • Proof of sponsorship signed by your host in the Netherlands or proof of financial capability that shows you can take care of your expenses during your stay.
  • Documentation proving status in Eswatini either as an employee, student or business owner.
  • Letter of invitation from a host in the Netherlands if purpose is to visit a friend or relative or hotel reservations spanning the duration of your stay in the Netherlands.
  • A cover letter detailing purpose, duration and any other necessary information about the trip.
  • For every document, you must provide the original and one photocopy.
  • All documents must be drawn up in or translated into Dutch, English, French or Spanish.
  • You cannot process a Netherlands visa at the consulate in Mbabane so all visa applications will have to go through the consulate in South Africa.
Netherlands Visitor Visa Netherlands Transit visa

Netherlands Short Stay Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The short-stay visitor visa covers a variety of purposes including vacation, cruising, sightseeing, recreational activities, and business.
  • You can also visit family and friends with this visa.
  • Applicants are not allowed to take up paid work with this visa.
  • You cannot take up long term study courses in the Netherlands with this visa type.
  • For business purposes, a letter from the inviting company in the Netehrlands stating purpose and duration of the trip is required. This letter should be written on the company's letterhead.
  • Documentation showing previous relations with the inviting company is also important.
  • If you are visiting a friend or relative, you will need a letter of invitation from your host in the country.
  • If the host is responsible for your financial upkeep in the Netherlands, the letter should affirm that. 
  • Proof of family ties that show you have an incentive to return to Swaziland is required for this visa type.
  • Full round trip reservation is required to avoid overstaying in the Netherlands.
  • Proof of accommodation in the Netherlands is necessary. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a confirmation that you'll be accommodated by your host in the Netherlands. 
  • Applicants must show proof that they have enough funds to last them the entire duration of stay. For this, the applicant is expected to provide an up-to-date transaction history of the last three months to the application date. This transaction history must show that the applicant can spend at least €34 daily while in the Netherlands.
  • Travel insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000 is required. This is to take care of any possible health problems the applicant might encounter during the stay in the Netherlands including death.
  • A signed letter from the applicant's employer written on the company's letterhead confirming position & leave approval for the exact travel dates the applicant will be out of Swaziland is needed.
  • If self-employed, you need to submit your company's documents or a letter from your accountant confirming that the business exists.
  • Students are required to provide a letter from their school confirming enrollment, awareness of trip and proof of registration for the year under the university's letterhead.
  • If you overstay your visa, you will not be allowed entry into the Netherlands again.
  • Applications for a Netherlands visa can take some time but on average, it is usually processed in 15 days.. Applicants are advised to apply well in advance, at least 3 weeks before the intended departure date.
  • This visa costs €60 for applicants 12 years and above, €35 for children between 6-11 and is free for children under 6.

Netherlands Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The airport transit visa is for those who are traveling from Swaziland through the Netherlands to a non-Schengen state.
  • Holders of this visa can only stay in the international airport zone of the Netherlands airport while they await the flight to their destination.
  • You are not allowed to go on visits or tour the country.
  • Applicants are required to have the visa and flight ticket of the final destination country.
  • Valid medical insurance is required for this visa application.
  • You need to present a document showing that you are in good health condition.
  • The visa expires as soon as the holder leaves the country.
  • This visa takes about 15 days to process and it is valid for a maximum of 5 days.
  • Holders of this visa type are only permitted a single entry.

Netherlands Long Term Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The long-stay visa is for travelers who intend to stay in the Netherlands for more than 90 days.
  • This includes people traveling to join their partner, permanent work, long term study or live permanently in the Netherlands.
  • Applicants must take the civic integration exam before applying for the longterm visa. The exam costs €150.
  • You must apply for the long term visa within one year of writing and passing the exam.
  • You will also need to apply for a residence permit when applying for this visa.
  • This visa is usually processed in 15 days.
  • It usually costs about €116 but the cost might vary based on the purpose of the trip.
  • You might need to first apply for a short stay visa based on the recommendation fo the embassy.

Netherlands Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Visitor Visa

Short Stay Visa

Long Term Visa

60.00 (EUR)

116.00 (EUR)

Transit visa

60.00 (EUR)

Netherlands Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Swaziland

Location

Address

Pretoria, South Africa.

210 Florence Ribeiro Cnr. Muckleneuk Street, 0181 New Muckleneuk, Pretoria, South Africa.

www.netherlandsworldwide.nl/countries/south-africa

pre@minbuza.nl

(+27) 12 425 4500

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I work in the Netherlands?
It is quite difficult for non-EU foreigners to get jobs in the Netherlands. The employer will have to prove they couldn't get any citizen to do the job before they are allowed to hire a non-EU foreigner. To be eligible for work in the Netherlands, you must have a work permit which is usually applied for by your intending employer in the Netherlands.
What is the official currency of the Netherlands?
Like most European countries, Euro is the official currency of the Netherlands. Credit cards are generally accepted in the country although some supermarkets only accept local debit cards.
What is the national language of the Netherlands?
Dutch is the Netherland's official language which means that it is widely spoken and understood in the country. Frisian is also an official language of the country and English is also spoken and well understood by most people in the Netherlands.