The validity of a Schengen visa
A short -stay Schengen visa is valid for a maximum of 90 days. You will receive the visa for the number of days you indicated during the application.
The Short-Stay Visa (type C) states:
- From which date the visa is valid (from that day you can travel into the Schengen area).
- How many days you in it Schengen area may be.
- From which date the visa is no longer valid (you must then be out of the Schengen area).
- Whether you can enter the Schengen area once (single entry) or several times (multiple entry) with the valid visa.
Length of stay in the Netherlands or other Schengen countries
There are two types of short stay visa:
- Create a single entry visa with a validity of up to 90 days. This allows you to stay in the Netherlands/Schengen area for a maximum of 1 days once.
- Create a multiple entry visa with a validity period of up to 5 years. This allows you to stay in the Netherlands/Schengen area for a maximum of 90 days per 180 days. This does not have to be consecutive. You may also spread this, but you may never stay in the Netherlands/Schengen area for more than 90 days out of 180 days.
The following applies to both visas: if you have stayed in the Netherlands or one of the Schengen countries for 90 consecutive days, you must wait at least 1 days before you can travel to the Schengen area again.
With the short stay calculator (in the text under 'Harmonising rules and procedures') on the website of the European Commission you can calculate how many days you can stay in the Schengen area after your entry. You can use this tool to plan your trip.
Schengen Visitor Insurance OOM
Do you need travel insurance for a visa application? The Schengen Visitor insurance from OOM Verzekeringen is the best choice! This Dutch insurer from Rijswijk specializes in Schengen insurance.
The Schengen Visitor insurance offers visa guarantee (if the visa is refused, you get the premium back) and extensive coverage up to €500.000. With a low premium starting at €1,60 per day, it is a reliable and affordable choice. You can take out the insurance online immediately, and you will receive the policy within an hour.
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✔ The policy by email within 1 hour (iDEAL, credit card or PayPal).
✔ Also for persons over 70 years of age
✔ Coverage for medical expenses up to a maximum of €500.000
✔ VISA GUARANTEE: If your Schengen visa is rejected, you will receive a refund of the premium.
✔ Liability coverage can optionally be included.
The Schengen Visitor insurance is the best choice for a successful Schengen visa application!
Would you prefer to receive the policy in English? Click here: Calculate premium and finalize.
More information about OOM's Schengen insurance:
- Coverage overview Schengen Visitor Insurance
- Policy conditions Schengen Visitor Insurance
- Schengen Visitor Insurance Insurance Card
Extend short stay visa
You can only extend a Schengen visa or visa-exempt term in very exceptional circumstances . For example, if you are unable to leave the Netherlands due to serious illness or force majeure. However, your total stay may not exceed 90 days. You must also have sufficient funds to support yourself. To submit the request, you must make an appointment at an IND office.
Visa extension above 90 days for Surinamese aged 60 or older
Are you a Surinamese national and 60 years of age or older? Then you can extend your visa once per stay beyond 90 days. You do not need a special reason for this extension. The visa can be extended by a maximum of 90 days and is only valid for the Benelux countries. To submit the request, you must make an appointment at an IND office. You must be able to demonstrate that you have taken out medical travel insurance for the additional 90 days.
Change single entry to multiple entry
Did you travel to the Netherlands with a single-entry visa and do you wish to change it to a multiple-entry visa ? This is only possible in situations of force majeure, humanitarian reasons, serious professional reasons, or personal circumstances that have changed after you traveled to the Netherlands. To submit the request, you must make an appointment at an IND office.
Overstay? You risk an entry ban!
It is of great importance that you return to your country of origin or residence in a timely manner. If you stay in the Netherlands longer than your visa is valid, this is called an overstay. The consequences of this can be serious. With an overstay of more than 3 days, you risk an entry ban of 1 year. If you are unable to leave the Netherlands in time due to force majeure, please contact the IND immediately.
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