This page covers where and how to apply for a Netherlands tourist visa from the Bengaluru jurisdiction (South India). For visa types, fees, full document checklist, and processing time, see the complete Netherlands Visa Guide →
Fees paid at VFS centre on appointment day. INR equivalent varies with exchange rate. Full fees breakdown & INR conversion →
The Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bengaluru processes tourist visa applications for residents of the following states and union territories. Submit your application at the VFS Global Bengaluru centre — the primary application centre for South India applicants. [VERIFY] Jurisdiction states.
Note: Jurisdiction assignments are based on your registered residential address in India. Always confirm your applicable centre on visa.vfsglobal.com before booking your appointment.
★ Gold services are optional paid add-ons. They do not affect visa decision speed or approval outcome.
Before booking a VFS appointment, complete your application on the official Netherlands visa portal and download the signed form. VFS Bengaluru requires this form at the time of submission. For the full document checklist, see the Netherlands tourist visa document checklist →
Go to visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/nld → click "Book an Appointment" → select Bengaluru as your centre. If no slots are visible, check back early morning — slots are released daily.
Choose your preferred slot. If travelling as a family, book all applicants under one appointment group. Optionally add Premium Lounge or other services for priority processing at an additional fee.
Pay the VFS service charge online and any optional service fees. Save and print your appointment confirmation — you must carry this to the centre. You will also receive it by email and SMS.
Arrive 15 minutes early at Gopalan Innovation Mall, Bannerghatta Main Rd. Carry: appointment confirmation, original passport, downloaded application form, and full document set. Visa fee (payable at centre) confirmed at the counter. Biometrics are enrolled on the same visit.
Processing insights are observational and based on general applicant experience. Actual timelines depend on Consulate workload, individual application complexity, and seasonal factors. For current processing times see Netherlands visa processing time by centre →
Nearest stations: Jayadeva Hospital or South End Circle (Green Line of Namma Metro). From there, take a short auto-rickshaw or cab ride (approx. 10-15 mins) to Gopalan Innovation Mall.
Drop-off at Gopalan Innovation Mall on Bannerghatta Main Rd. Ample paid parking is available within the mall premises. Ola/Uber drop-off directly at the mall entrance.
Located inside Gopalan Innovation Mall on Bannerghatta Main Road, near Sarakki Industrial Layout and J. P. Nagar 3rd Phase.
Carry your printed appointment confirmation for entry. Mobile phones, cameras, lighters, and bags are not permitted inside — leave them in your vehicle or with a companion.
You can submit your application at any of the VFS centres across India regardless of your home city. The visa decision is made by the Embassy/Consulate covering your registered state of residence — not the VFS centre where you apply.
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