Netherlands · for applicants from Nigeria
Short-stay Schengen visa for tourism, visiting family/friends, or business, up to 90 days in any 180-day period. The Netherlands IS in the Schengen area, so this visa also covers other Schengen states. Nigeria is visa-required. Officer must be satisfied of genuine purpose, funds, and intent to leave.
Rules last verified: 22 June 2026 · by Elizabeth O
Embassy processing
Standard
Our turnaround
5–7 working days
Done-for-you Standard
Government fees
~£77
≈ ₦140,833
Purpose/conditions not justified
Purpose, itinerary, or accommodation not credible.
Fix: Provide a clear itinerary, accommodation, and purpose evidence.
Intent to leave not established
Weak ties to home; overstay risk.
Fix: Show strong ties: employment, family, property, return reasons.
Insufficient means / insurance
Funds too low or insurance under €30,000.
Fix: Show adequate funds and compliant Schengen-wide insurance.
Required
Valid passport (issued within 10 yrs; 3+ months validity beyond stay)
When: "all"
Travel medical insurance (min €30,000)
When: "all"
Proof of funds
When: "all"
Accommodation & travel itinerary / return booking
When: "all"
Proof of ties to home country
When: "strongly recommended"
Depends on your situation
Sponsor/guarantor declaration (bewijs van garantstelling)
1. Prepare your application
Gather documents, draft supporting letters, complete forms
1–3 weeks
2. Rekoja review (if Done-for-you)
Specialist checks your file before you submit
5–7 working days
3. Submit online or at visa centre
Biometrics appointment may be required
1 day
4. Embassy decision
Standard processing. Priority options may be available.
Standard
These are the fees you pay to the government, not Rekoja's service fee. Shown at the indicative exchange rate.
Mandatory
Schengen short-stay visa
£77
₦140,833
Travel medical insurance (min cover)
£0
₦0
Total government fees
~£77
≈ ₦140,833
Indicative. 1 GBP = 1829 NGN · 2026-08-03. Government fees change. Confirm on the official website before paying.
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