πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands Visa for Lebanese Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa required

Lebanese passport holders need a visa to enter Netherlands. Apply at a Netherlands embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

How Lebanese citizens apply for a Netherlands visa

Netherlands visa cost for Lebanese citizens

Schengen short-stay visa (type C)

EUR 90 (~$97)

up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial source
netherlandsworldwide.nl β†—

Caribbean visa (Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Saba, St Eustatius, St Maarten)

EUR 90 (~$97)

short stay in the Caribbean parts of the Kingdomofficial source
netherlandsworldwide.nl β†—

Applications are handled via VFS Global (TLScontact in some countries) β€” service fee approx. INR 1577 + 160 convenience fee (India, incl. GST); some categories 1855, varies by centre.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 Β· sourced from official government fee schedules

Documents required for Lebanese applicants

The exact documents Lebanese citizens must submit for Netherlands, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

businessBusiness

You need several documents to apply for a Schengen visa. Always submit all documents. Your application may be rejected if you fail to do so. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) Please see the checklist for a business visa with the complete list of requirements. - Complete the online Schengen visa application form (consular.mfaservices.nl β†—) . Only forms completed online receive a unique code. Forms without a unique code may cause issues when processing your application. Print this form and submit it along with the other documents. Handwritten forms are not accepted. - For more information, please visit the Ministry website Where can I get a visa application form for the Netherlands? (netherlandsworldwide.nl β†—)

otherOrange Carpet

Ask your contact person which documents you need. You need several documents to apply for a Schengen visa. Please ask the contact person at your company or organization which documents you must submit. Always submit all required documents. If documents are missing, your application may be rejected. Complete the online Schengen visa application form (consular.mfaservices.nl β†—). Only forms completed online receive a unique code. Forms without a unique code may cause issues when processing your application. Print this form and submit it along with the other documents. Handwritten forms are not accepted. Need help? See more information about applying for a Schengen visa through the Orange Carpet Visa Facility on NetherlandsWorldwide (netherlandsworldwide.nl β†—).

otherVisa after approved appeal

You need several documents to apply for a Schengen visa. Always submit all documents. Your application may be rejected if you fail to do so. - A valid travel document - The no-objection letter (and a copy) stating that your objection has been successful - Any documents mentioned in the no-objection letter (if applicable). For example, a valid: - hotel - flight reservation - proof of insurance Complete the online Schengen visa application form (consular.mfaservices.nl β†—). Only forms completed online receive a unique code. Forms without a unique code may cause issues when processing your application. Print this form and submit it along with the other documents. Handwritten forms are not accepted. For more information, please visit the Ministry website Where can I get a visa application form for the Netherlands? (netherlandsworldwide.nl β†—)

familyVisiting Family and Friends

You need several documents to apply for a Schengen visa. Always submit all documents. Your application may be rejected if you fail to do so. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) Please see the checklist for a visiting family or friends visa with the complete list of requirements. - Complete the online Schengen visa application form (consular.mfaservices.nl β†—) . Only forms completed online receive a unique code. Forms without a unique code may cause issues when processing your application. Print this form and submit it along with the other documents. Handwritten forms are not accepted. - For more information, please visit the Ministry website Where can I get a visa application form for the Netherlands? (netherlandsworldwide.nl β†—)

otherLong-stay Caribbean visa

You need several documents to apply for a Schengen visa. Always submit all documents. Your application may be rejected if you fail to do so. Please note: you can apply for a visa only when you have applied for your residence permit (netherlandsworldwide.nl β†—) and your application has been approved. For CuraΓ§ao, provisional approval is enough. Step 1: Complete the application form Complete the online Schengen visa application form (consular.mfaservices.nl β†—). Only forms completed online receive a unique code. Forms without a unique code may cause issues when processing your application. Print this form and submit it along with the other documents. Handwritten forms are not accepted. For more information, please visit the Ministry website Where can I get a visa application form for the Netherlands? (netherlandsworldwide.nl β†—) Step 2: Get all the required documents Get all the documents required for your application. For every document submitted, you must provide the original (to show at the counter) and a photocopy (to be attached to the visa file). The documents must have been drawn up in (or translated into) Dutch, English, French or Spanish. Passport A passport or other travel document containing at least two blank pages. It should be valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom. Documents for children under 18 If you are applying for a visa for a child under 18, you must provide the child’s birth certificate and an identity document for each parent. Proof of legal residence You must be able to prove that you are legally resident in the country you are applying from. To do this, you can show your passport, residence permit or a visa. Photo Please see under Photo specifications. Photocopy of letter from immigration service Has your residence permit application been approved by the local immigration service? If so, you must submit a photocopy of the letter your sponsor received. - Aruba: temporary admission document (VTA) - St Maarten: landing permit - CuraΓ§ao: you do not need to provide a copy of the letter - Bonaire, St Eustatius, Saba: authorisation for temporary stay (MVV-BES) You should also bring any additional documents listed in the letter. Step 3: Make an appointment online Before you visit the Visa Application Centre, you will need to make an appointment at your preferred location using the online appointment system (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—).

transitAirport Transit

You need several documents to apply for a Schengen visa. Always submit all documents. Your application may be rejected if you fail to do so. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) Please see the checklist for an airport transit visa with the complete list of requirements. - Complete the online Schengen visa application form (consular.mfaservices.nl β†—) . Only forms completed online receive a unique code. Forms without a unique code may cause issues when processing your application. Print this form and submit it along with the other documents. Handwritten forms are not accepted. - For more information, please visit the Ministry website Where can I get a visa application form for the Netherlands? (netherlandsworldwide.nl β†—)

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Netherlands visa for Lebanese citizens β€” FAQ

Do Lebanese citizens need a visa for Netherlands?

Lebanese passport holders need a visa to enter Netherlands. Apply at a Netherlands embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

What documents do Lebanese citizens need for Netherlands?

A valid passport plus the Netherlands document checklist for your visa type β€” Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

How much does the Netherlands visa cost for Lebanese citizens?

The Netherlands schengen short-stay visa (type c) fee is EUR 90 (~$97). Applications through VFS Global (TLScontact in some countries) carry an additional service fee of about INR 1577 + 160 convenience fee (India, incl. GST); some categories 1855.

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