Schengen and national visas
Short tourist trips use a Schengen Type C visa; study, work or joining family require a long-stay MVV visa at the Dutch Embassy Bangkok.
Dutch and English translations
Documents for long-term visas usually must be translated into Dutch or English, and Thai documents must first be certified by the Department of Consular Affairs.
Residence permit after arrival
Long-term visa holders must apply for a residence permit with the Dutch immigration service (IND) after arriving.
Frequently asked questions
What is an MVV?
It is the Dutch long-stay visa for stays beyond a tourist visit.
Must documents be in Dutch?
Some documents accept English, but many official documents must be in Dutch and certified.
Must Thai documents be legalised for the Netherlands?
Civil documents for residence often require legalisation and translation. Follow the IND or municipality instructions for your document.
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Reviewed by the translation team at Thai Law & Accounting Services · Last reviewed 4 Oct 2026 · General information, not legal or immigration advice for your specific case