Applying for an airport transit visa for the Netherlands in China
If you live in China and want an airport transit visa for the Netherlands, you can apply for one at a TLSContact visa application center. See what rules apply and find out how to submit your application.
Do I need an airport transit visa?
Whether you need an airport transit visa for the Netherlands depends on your nationality, among other things.
Which documents do I need?
Find out what documents you need in order to apply for an airport transit visa.
How much does a visa cost?
The overview of consular fees sets out how much a visa costs and what forms of payment are accepted. If you are applying for a visa through VFS Global or TLScontact, you will also need to pay a service fee.
How long does the application process take?
You can apply for a visa up to 6 months before you travel. If you are a seafarer, you can apply for a visa 9 months before you travel. In most cases, you’ll be informed within 45 calendar days whether your application has been successful.
How can I track the status of my application?
It’s possible to check the status of your visa application for the Netherlands. Find out how to track the status of your application online.
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Applying via TLScontact
You can submit your application at the TLSContact visa application center in:
- Beijing
- Changsha
- Chengdu
- Chongqing
- Fuzhou
- Guangzhou
- Hangzhou
- Jinan
- Kunming
- Nanjing
- Shanghai
- Shenyang
- Shenzhen
- Wuhan
- Xi'an
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Holders of service and special passports
If you are a holder of a service or special passport, you can only apply at the Hungarian consulate-general in Chongqing.
Applications in Hong Kong
Residents of Hong Kong can submit their application at the Netherlands consulate-general in Hong Kong.
Applications in Mongolia
Residents of Mongolia can submit their application at the French embassy in Ulaanbaatar (information in French).
Representation agreement Luxembourg
The Netherlands also represents Luxembourg. If your main destination is Luxembourg, you can also apply for a short-stay visa at the Netherlands visa application center of TLScontact in Guangzhou.