Last updated 16 October 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Business visa in Netherlands for Chinese citizens
Visa for entrepreneur, Visa for businessman
Business visa — what you need to know
Issued to employees traveling on business with an official invitation from a Dutch company or for participation in a conference, trade fair, or business event.
Maximum stay: 90 days within any 180-day period
The visa does not permit employment or permanent residence in the Netherlands
Intended for business meetings, negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, congresses and official visits
An invitation from a Dutch company, event organiser or official organisation is required
A valid visa allows short-term travel to other Schengen Area countries
Employees of companies registered with the Orange Carpet programme may be eligible for a simplified application procedure
Eligible individuals:
- Businessman
- Employee
How does this visa work?
Don’t postpone the application
The visa is processed from 15 days to 1 month 15 days. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
They clarify the purpose of the visit and future activities in the country
What must be prepared?
Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions
What additional documents may be required?
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Are you eligible for this visa?
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of one or more member states.
Strong ties to the country of origin and compelling reasons to return there, ensuring compliance with the terms and duration of stay.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Official visa information
English international
Category code
C
Type of visa
Schengen visa
Category
Business visas