Netherland

1. Short-Stay Schengen Visas (Type C)

Tourist Visa

• Max Stay: 90 days in a 180-day period
• Requirements:
  • Hotel bookings or sponsor’s “Proof of Lodging”
  • €55/day proof of funds
  • Travel insurance (€30,000 coverage)
  • Detailed Itinerary

Business Visa

• For meetings/conferences (no paid work)
• Must Provide:
  • Invitation from a Dutch company (KVK-registered)
  • Employer’s cover letter

Visitor Visa (Family/Friends)

• Requires:
  • Notarized invitation from Dutch resident
  • Host’s income proof (€1,700+/month)
  • Accommodation guarantee

2. Long-Stay Visas (MVV + Residence Permit)

Work Visas

1. Highly Skilled Migrant Visa
   • Salary Thresholds (2024):
     • Under 30: €3,909/month
     • 30+: €5,331/month
   • The employer must be an IND-recognized sponsor
2. EU Blue Card
   • For degree holders
   • Minimum salary: €6,245/month
3. Seasonal Work Visa
   • Agriculture/horticulture sectors
   • Max 24 weeks/year

Study Visa

• Requirements:
  • Admission from an accredited Dutch institution
  • €11,400/year proof of funds (2024 rate)
  • TB test (for certain nationalities)
• Work Rights:
  • 16h/week during studies
  • Full-time in the summer months

Startup Visa

• For innovative entrepreneurs
• Conditions:
  • €25,000 capital
  • Approved facilitator mentorship
  • Novel business concept

3. Family Reunification

Spouse/Partner Visa

• Requirements:
  • Dutch sponsor’s income: €1,701.93/month (2024)
  • Civic integration exam (basic Dutch)
  • Authenticated relationship proof

Parent Visa

• Only granted if:
  • Sponsor earns €2,171/month
  • Proven dependency

4. Investor Visas

Self-Employed Visa

• Points-Based System:
  • €50,000+ investment
  • Business plan scoring (minimum 30/300)
  • Added value to the Dutch economy

5. Special Categories

Orientation Year Visa (Search Year)

• For graduates (Dutch/international)
• 1-year job search period
• Work freely during this time

Au Pair Visa

• Max 1 year
• Conditions:
  • €340/month pocket money
  • 30h/week max work
  • Cultural exchange focus

Key Processing Details

• MVV Entry Visa: 90-day validity (collected at the Dutch embassy)
• Residence Permit:Issued within 2 weeks of arrival
• IND Fees (2024):
  • Work visas: €350-€1,892
  • Study visas: €207

2024 Updates

1. Increased income thresholds for all work visas
2. Stricter language requirements for family visas (A1 Dutch)
3. New “Tech Visa” fast-track for IT specialists
4. Mandatory health insurance for all residence permits

Required for All Applications

• Completed application form
• Biometric data
• Legalized/apostilled documents
• No criminal record certificate

 

 

Serbia

1. Short-Stay Visas (Up to 90 Days)

Tourist Visa (Type C)

• Validity:30-90 days
• Requirements:
  • Hotel reservation or invitation from Serbian host
  • €50/day proof of funds
  • Return ticket
  • Travel insurance (€20,000 coverage)

Business Visa

• For meetings, conferences, or trade fairs
• Additional Documents:
  • Invitation from Serbian company (MB/PDV registered)
  • Company bank statements (last 3 months)

Transit Visa

• Types:
  • Airport Transit (A) – max 48 hours
  • Regular Transit (B) – max 5 days

2. Long-Stay Visas (Type D)

Work Visas

1. Employment Visa
   • Requires work permit (obtained by employer)
   • Minimum salary: €600/month (2024)
   • Labor market test required
2. Highly Qualified Worker Visa
   • Fast-track for IT/engineering professionals
   • Minimum salary: €1,500/month
3. Seasonal Work Visa
   • Agriculture/construction sectors
   • Max 6 months/year

Study Visa

• Requirements:
  • Admission letter from an accredited Serbian institution
  • Proof of €300/month financial means
  • Health insurance
• Work Rights:20h/week part-time

Family Reunification Visa

• For:Spouses/children of Serbian residents
• Requirements:
  • Marriage/birth certificates (apostilled)
  • Sponsor’s minimum income: €400/month

3. Business & Investment Visas

Investor Visa

• Options:
  • €150,000 business investment
  • Creating 10+ jobs
  • €250,000 real estate purchase
• This leads to temporary residence

Entrepreneur Visa

• For business owners
• Requirements:
  • €25,000 registered capital
  • Business plan approval

4. Digital Nomad Visa

• Validity:1 year (renewable)
• Requirements:
  • €3,500/month remote income
  • 6+ months employment contract
  • Health insurance covering Serbia

5. Special Categories

Retirement Visa

• For pensioners with stable income
• Requirements:
  • €1,000/month pension
  • €20,000 in savings
  • Serbian health insurance

Cultural/Artist Visa

• For performers/creatives
• Requires:
  • Event Invitations
  • Portfolio of work

Visa Processing

• Standard Time:
  • Short-stay: 15-30 days
  • Long-stay: 30-60 days
• Fees:
  • Tourist: €60
  • Work: €120
  • Express processing (+50% fee)

2024 Updates

1. New IT specialist fast-track program
2. Increased minimum salary for work visas
3. Digital nomad visas introduced
4. Stricter document verification for family visas

Key Requirements for All Visas

• Valid passport (6+ months validity)
• Completed application form
• 2 passport photos (35x45mm)
• Clean criminal record
• Proof of accommodation

Residence Permits

• Temporary:1 year (renewable)
• Permanent: After 3-5 years of continuous stay
• Citizenship:After 3 years of permanent residence

Visa-Free Access

• 90-day visa-free for EU, US, UK, etc. nationals
• 30-day visa-free for many others (check the latest list)