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Do Dutch citizens need a visa for India?
Yes, all Dutch citizens require a valid visa. The e-Visa is the most common and convenient method.
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Indian eVisa for Dutch Citizens – Eligibility & Application Guide
Citizens of the Netherlands are eligible for the Indian e-Visa program, providing a fast and secure digital method to obtain travel authorization. This system is ideal for travelers from Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Utrecht heading to India. The process is handled entirely online, resulting in an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) that allows Dutch passport holders to board their flight and receive an entry stamp upon arrival in India.
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Overview of Indian eVisa eligibility for Dutch Citizens
Every Dutch citizen traveling for tourism, business, or medical treatment is eligible for the e-Visa. You must hold an ordinary Dutch passport with at least two blank pages. The stay is limited to 90 days per visit for tourist purposes.
Available Indian eVisa types for Dutch passport holders
Dutch nationals can apply for: 1. e-Tourist Visa (30-Day, 1-Year, 5-Year). 2. e-Business Visa (1-Year multiple entry). 3. e-Medical and e-Medical Attendant Visas.
Validity & stay rules for the Netherlands
On a 1-year or 5-year e-Tourist visa, Dutch citizens can stay for up to 90 continuous days per visit. Multiple entries are permitted within the validity period.
Eligibility for Netherlands Citizens
Citizens of the Netherlands holding ordinary passports with at least 6 months validity are eligible. Diplomatic/Official passport holders are excluded from the e-Visa stream.
Official Processing Times
Dutch applications typically receive approval within 72 hours. We recommend applying at least 4-7 days before your departure from the Netherlands.
Application Fees
Standard EU fee tiers apply for Dutch citizens. The 1-year and 5-year multiple entry options provide the best value for frequent travelers.
Important: Embassy & Consulate Notice
The Embassy of India in The Hague handles traditional paper visas and consular services for Dutch citizens. The e-Visa is a separate digital stream managed centrally. Our service provides Dutch applicants with expert manual review to ensure technical compliance. We are an independent agency and not affiliated with the Embassy of India in the Netherlands.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the e-Visa valid for Dutch travelers?
Yes, the e-Visa program is fully open to Dutch passport holders.
India e-Visa Fees: Government Fee vs All-Inclusive
Government fee (paid to India)
$10–$80
Varies by visa type & nationality. This is the fee the Government of India charges; UK, US & Canadian citizens can pay more (UK 5-year is notably higher).
Our all-inclusive price
from $97
Includes the government fee plus expert document review, Govt-spec photo formatting, application submission & live status tracking. No hidden charges.
See your exact priceApply eVisa India is a private facilitation & document-review service and is not affiliated with the Government of India. Government fees are set by the Government of India and can change; check the latest fee for your nationality during application.
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