Netherlands Schengen Visa from Russia

For travelers from Russia to the Netherlands, applying for a Family Visit visa is essential for family reunification. The Netherlands is a Schengen destination, allowing for travel within the Schengen Area. Ensure all documentation meets the requirements to facilitate a smooth application process.

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Moscow the Netherlands Visa Application Center - Moscow

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Document checklist

A total of 64 documents may be required for a Family Visit visa application. Key documents include a valid passport, proof of family relationship, invitation letter, and financial means. Collecting these documents accurately is crucial to meet the requirements set by the Netherlands Visa Application Center in Moscow.

Application form
Required
Duly completed and signed visa application form
Bank statements (3 months)
Required
Personal bank statements showing income and funds
Certificate Of Enrolment
Required
Provide a certificate of enrolment at an educational establishment for study, scientific training, practical training including vocational training, or other activities that enhance your professional or intellectual skills.
Return or onward travel booking
Required
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
Copy of internal passport
Required
Full copy of the applicant's Russian internal passport, including required pages and, where specified, all pages including blank pages.
Invitation letter
Required
Signed invitation letter from the inviting organization or host explaining the purpose of the visit.
Proof of funds for medical treatment
Required
Proof of sufficient financial means to cover medical treatment and related expenses.
Medical necessity certificate
Required
Certificate from a medical institution confirming that the medical treatment is necessary.
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Passport-style photograph
Required
1 recent (≤6 months) passport-style photo, full front, white background
Extract from the Russian Pension and Social Insurance Fund
Required
Information on employment history issued from the Russian Pension and Social Insurance Fund through the State Services portal, signed with an electronic signature and emailed to the Embassy as instructed.
Proof of accommodation
Required
Document proving accommodation arrangements or sufficient means to cover accommodation costs for the stay, such as a booking confirmation showing all guests' full names.
Return travel ticket reservation
Required
Reservation of a return travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat as proof of transportation and intention to return.
Full copy of Russian internal passport
Required
Original and full copy of the applicant's Russian internal passport, including all pages and pages without marks, required for Russian applicants aged 14 and above.
Extract from Russian Pension and Social Insurance Fund for last 10 years
Required
Digitally signed extract from the information resources of the Pension and Social Insurance Fund of the Russian Federation covering the last 10 years of employment activity, as required for Netherlands study, training, events or activities visa applicants in Russia.
Extract from Russian Pension and Social Insurance Fund
Required
Extract or employment history information from the Pension and Social Insurance Fund of the Russian Federation, obtained through the Gosuslugi portal and signed with an electronic signature.
Student card
Required
Copy of the student card as proof of student status.
Travel medical insurance
Required
Insurance covering all Schengen states for EUR 30,000 minimum
Travel ticket or vehicle registration
Required
Proof of travel arrangements such as return air, train, or bus ticket, or vehicle registration.
Visa application form
Required
Completed visa application form for a Switzerland Schengen visa. Form: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/switzerland/turkey/english/pdf/visumantrag-schen-en-de.pdf
Visa fee payment proof
Required
Proof that the Schengen visa fee has been paid (e.g., receipt or other payment confirmation), as required by the Lithuanian Consulate/VFS instructions.
Copy of accompanying person's visa
Required in some cases
Copy of the visa of the person accompanying the applicant, where applicable.
👶Travelling with children
Birth certificate
Required in some cases
Official birth certificate of the child, used to prove identity and parentage for minor applicants.
👶Travelling with children
Request letter from Russian national association of carriers
Required in some cases
Written request from the Russian national association of carriers (ASMAP or RAS) stating the purpose, duration, and frequency of trips.
Carrier services agreement
Required in some cases
Agreement between companies ensuring carrier services for international transport operations.
Driver's license
Required in some cases
Valid driver's license required when travelling by car as proof of means of transportation.
Driver professional documents
Required in some cases
Documents relating to the driver, such as driving licence, right to drive the vehicle, vehicle registration certificate, and transport licence or permit.
Employer Letter
Required in some cases
Journalists must provide a letter from the employer stating that the purpose of the trip is journalistic work.
Employment contract or employment agreement
Required in some cases
Employment contract, employment agreement, or future employment agreement showing the employment arrangement in Czechia.
Employment Letter
Required in some cases
If employed, provide a recent original signed headed employer letter addressed to the Mission and confirming your employment.
👔Employed
2NDFL or 3NDFL tax form
Required in some cases
Russian tax form 2NDFL or 3NDFL submitted as proof of economic activity or financial means for self-employed or freelance journalist applicants.
👔Self Employed
Copy of host's valid Dutch residence permit
Required in some cases
Copy of the inviting person's valid Dutch residence permit, required when the inviter does not have Dutch nationality.
🤝Host
Individual business certificate
Required in some cases
Certificate proving registration or status as an individual business operator.
👔Self Employed
Certificate of individual entrepreneurship
Required in some cases
Certificate proving the applicant is registered as an individual entrepreneur.
👔Self Employed
Full copy of internal passport
Required in some cases
Full copy of the applicant's Russian internal passport, including all pages and pages without marks where required.
🌍Russia
Proof of legal residence in country of application
Required in some cases
Valid document proving the applicant is legally resident in the country where the visa application is submitted, such as a residence permit, visa, work permit, or other valid residence evidence.
Proof of prepayment of medical treatment
Required in some cases
Proof that the medical treatment has been prepaid (e.g., receipt, invoice marked paid, payment confirmation), as requested in the Netherlands medical treatment visa checklist.
Proof of parent-minor relationship when names differ
Required in some cases
Marriage certificate, adoption papers, or documents proving a change of given name or surname to confirm the relationship between the parent(s) and the minor when names differ from the birth certificate.
👶Travelling with children
Notarized parental power of attorney
Required in some cases
Notarized power of attorney authorizing one parent or another person to sign and submit the visa application for a minor, or authorizing travel where required.
👶Travelling with children
Visa, residence permit or passport for final destination
Required in some cases
Document proving the applicant has permission to enter the final destination after leaving the Schengen area, such as a visa, residence permit, or passport granting entry.
Payslips (3 months)
Required in some cases
Last three payslips, original plus photocopies
👔Employed
Pensioner booklet
Required in some cases
Pensioner booklet used as proof of retirement or pension status.
👔Retired
Power of attorney for representation
Required in some cases
Signed power of attorney authorizing another person to represent the applicant during the visa case process.
👶Travelling with children
Professional journalist certificate
Required in some cases
Certificate or other document issued by a professional organisation proving that the applicant is a qualified journalist.
Proof Of Economic Activity
Required in some cases
Individual entrepreneurs must provide proof of economic activity, for example 2NDFL or 3NDFL form.
👔Self Employed
Proof of enrolment in school or university
Required in some cases
Document proving enrolment in a school or university for pupil or student applicants.
👔Student
Proof of ties to country of residence
Required in some cases
Documents proving the applicant's intention to leave the Member States, such as proof of family ties, professional status, real estate ownership, or long-term rent or lease agreement.
👔Unemployed
Request from competent Russian railway company
Required in some cases
Written request from the competent Russian railway company confirming the crew member's travel purpose.
Proof of ties to Russia
Required in some cases
Document proving the applicant's ties to Russia, such as a civil status certificate or property ownership document, required for unemployed applicants.
👔Unemployed🌍Russia
Employment certificate from recruitment or crew management agency
Required in some cases
Employment certificate issued by the seafarer's recruitment agency or crew management company.
Seaman's book
Required in some cases
Seafarer's identity and service document proving seafarer status.
Invitation from shipping company
Required in some cases
Signed invitation from a shipping company in the Netherlands on company letterhead stating sponsorship, insurance, applicant details, vessel details, boarding place, and Schengen entry and exit dates.
Proof of sole parental authority
Required in some cases
Document proving that the travelling parent has sole parental authority, such as a birth certificate showing one parent, death certificate, divorce decree, or custody agreement.
👶Travelling with children
Sponsor bank statements
Required in some cases
Bank account statements of the financial sponsor used to prove support for the applicant.
🤝Family
Sponsor identity card or passport copy
Required in some cases
Copy of the sponsor's identity card or passport personal data page submitted with sponsorship documents.
🤝Family
Sponsor Identity Document
Required in some cases
If sponsored, provide a copy of the sponsor's ID.
🤝Host
Sponsorship letter
Required in some cases
Signed and dated cover letter from the sponsor confirming sponsorship.
🤝Family, Host
Proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation form
Required in some cases
Official proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation form completed by the inviter, signed and legalized by the Dutch municipality where the inviter is registered.
🤝Host🏠Host
Student Id
Required in some cases
Student card or copy of university matriculation and student index signed and stamped by the university.
👔Student
Transport company documents
Required in some cases
Documents relating to the transport company, such as registration number required by national legislation and contract with a partner company where applicable.
Proof of travel arrangements
Required in some cases
Proof of travel arrangements such as return air, train, or bus ticket.
Vehicle registration document
Required in some cases
Vehicle registration document (matriculación del vehículo), if applicable, submitted as evidence of financial solvency.
Copy of work record book
Required in some cases
Copy of the applicant's work record book, including the page with personal data and pages showing work experience for the required period.
👔Unemployed🌍Russia
Proof of conference or trade fair participation
Optional
Evidence such as conference participation information, trade fair entrance ticket, business correspondence, or programme of the business trip showing the business purpose of travel.

Booking your Netherlands appointment

When scheduling your appointment at the Netherlands Visa Application Center in Moscow, select a time that allows you to prepare all necessary documents. Arrive early to accommodate any unforeseen delays. Confirm your appointment details and bring all required paperwork to ensure a streamlined submission process.