It is the delegate's responsibility to investigate the visa requirements for the Netherlands and apply for a visa, if necessary

General information about visas for the Netherlands

You may need a short-stay Schengen visa if you want to visit the Netherlands for a  maximum of 90 days. This depends on your nationality. Visas must be applied for from the relevant Dutch embassy, consulate, or representing consular Schengen office in the delegate's country of residence. 

The nationality of the participants and delegates will determine whether or not they are required to apply for a visa. 

In most countries, the applications should be submitted to an external service provider's office. In some countries, the Netherlands is represented by another Schengen country for visa affairs. Please take note of the documents to be submitted when applying for a visa for business purposes. Visa application rules differ from country to country.

Useful information

If you require a visa, please consult the full visa application process and requirements made available here. A list of Dutch diplomatic and consular offices authorized to issue visas is available at this link.

Visas for people attending a conference in the Netherlands

If you require a visa, you need to obtain and submit an official letter of invitation from the conference organizers to help facilitate the visa process. Please note that letters of invitation are only issued to registered and paid/approved delegates. 

If you have specific questions, please email BlueBoxevents@tudelft.nl

Letter of invitation

It is the delegate's responsibility to investigate the visa requirements for the Netherlands and to apply for a visa, if necessary. Delegates who require an entry visa must allow sufficient time for the application procedure.  Delegates should contact the nearest Dutch embassy,  consulate, or representing consular Schengen office to determine the appropriate timing of their visa applications.  

How to download the letter of Invitation.

Go to the home page of the https://coastlab24.dryfta.com/; 

1. You need to register for the symposium and log in. Once you have successfully logged in to your account, click on your name at the top right corner to reveal a drop-down menu. 
2. Once you have successfully logged in to your account, click on your name at the top right corner to reveal a drop-down menu.
3. Select 'My Profile' from the drop-down menu.
4. You will be brought to your account profile.
5. Click on the blue 'Generate Visa Letter' button