How to Apply

1. Introduction: Learn more about the non-immigrant visa process
   What a visa is, whether you need a visa, whether to apply in person, categories of visas.
2. Access and file your online Visa Application Form
   The DS-160 web-based visa form must be completed online. You must print your confirmation page and bring this to your interview.
3. Gather Supporting Documentation
   Find out which documents should accompany your non-immigrant visa application.  Please, do not send any supporting documents in advance of your interview.
4. Pay the Non-Refundable Visa Application Fee
   Deposit the required application fee, in euro, in our account #51.54.83.184, with ABN-Amro bank and bring your receipt, or make sure you bring your Dutch PIN-card (debit card) for payment at the Consulate.
5. Have Your U.S. Style Photo Taken
   The dimensions are very specific.
6. Make an Appointment
   For your visa interview at the Consulate General in Amsterdam. 
7. Submit Your Application In Person
   On your designated appointment date. Please read our Access and Security Instructions.
8. Receive your passport and visa by mail
   This usually takes 3-4 business days, but can take longer. The Consulate General cannot be held responsible for extra costs due to changing tickets or rebooking flights if delivery is delayed. We therefore strongly urge you NOT to purchase tickets until you have received your visa and passport in the mail. 

Please take some time to read our Frequently Asked Questions page. 

Contact information of our non-immigrant visa unit