To improve visa services for Bangladeshi tourists, the Netherlands Embassy in Dhaka and VFS Global have opened a brand-new, cutting-edge Netherlands Visa Application Center in Banani.
Today, Joris van Bommel, the ambassador of the Netherlands to Bangladesh, opened the center that will help Bangladeshi nationals apply for short-stay (C-category) and Caribbean visas.
According to a press statement issued here today, candidates can schedule appointments online and submit applications at the new location starting on November 2.
Ambassador van Bommel said the initiative reflects the Netherlands’ commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and people-to-people connectivity.
“Bangladesh continues to be an important partner for the Netherlands, with growing people-to-people, business, and educational exchanges,” he said adding “The new centre marks a key step in providing travelers with a convenient, efficient, and modern visa experience.”
A VFS Global spokesperson that this modern centre will ensure a seamless and enhanced experience for applicants while supporting stronger bilateral engagement,” the spokesperson added.
Applicants may access additional services such as courier delivery and SMS alerts, though these do not affect visa decisions or processing time.
VFS Global will handle administrative and biometric tasks only, while the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs in The Hague remains solely responsible for visa decisions.
Located at Borak Mehnur, Level 7, 51/B Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka-1213, the centre operates Sunday to Thursday, 9 am to 5 pm.
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