Good day gurus in the house, please I am planning to relocate to Netherlands, I need your help to advise on which package I should go for because I really want this visa! I have BSC in Accounting, was thinking of doing my masters in Netherlands or better still I should get the visa via visiting since it would be must lesser . Please I need your advice and best way to go about this.. Thank u so much

If you're visiting, i.e. going on a tourist visa, you need to know that you cannot work or study while you're there on a tourist visa and you cannot stay more than 90 days legally within the Schengen states, a part of which The Netherlands is.

Studying is probably the only other option that can work, unless you can secure a work visa. . .

Definitely study Visa. You can't stay beyond 90 days on a tourist visa. Don't even try it.

donbabchizy:
Good day gurus in the house, please I am planning to relocate to Netherlands, I need your help to advise on which package I should go for because I really want this visa! I have BSC in Accounting, was thinking of doing my masters in Netherlands or better still I should get the visa via visiting since it would be must lesser . Please I need your advice and best way to go about this.. Thank u so much

Please which one did you later decide to use and travel to Netherlands?

donbabchizy:
Good day gurus in the house, please I am planning to relocate to Netherlands, I need your help to advise on which package I should go for because I really want this visa! I have BSC in Accounting, was thinking of doing my masters in Netherlands or better still I should get the visa via visiting since it would be must lesser . Please I need your advice and best way to go about this.. Thank u so much

If your plan is to migrate, then don't go as a visitor. Visiting visa is exactly like visiting a museum. You can't work or live in the museum but must leave when you are done with your business.

Also, if you want to convert your stay to a residence permit, in most cases, you must leave the country and apply from the embassy in your country of residence/citizenship.

Also, a visit visa is harder than a study visa. Visit visas have all kinds of requirements that the average Nigerian won't meet. You need to prove you will return back to Naija and to prove that, you must submit lots of documents that establish your economic dominance in Nigeria.

Also, the Netherlands is one of the hardest countries to get a visit visa to. By default, they reject, and issue visas only exceptionally. Also, with the economic situation in Nigeria, the consular knows that a visit visa is just a route for illegal migration.

If you can afford it, go as a student, and you just have to prove your study status for a residence permit, which allows you to work, mingle with people, and have time to find legal pathways towards making your stay permanent.

Whether you should apply for a visitor visa or a student visa to the Netherlands depends on the purpose of your visit and the duration of your stay. Here's a brief overview of both types of visas:

Visitor Visa (Short Stay Visa):

Purpose: If you plan to stay in the Netherlands for a short duration, typically up to 90 days within a 180-day period, for purposes such as tourism, visiting family or friends, attending a conference, or business meetings, you should apply for a short-stay visa.
Application Process: You need to apply for a Schengen visa, as the Netherlands is part of the Schengen Area. The application is usually submitted to the embassy or consulate of the country you intend to visit first or the country where you will spend the most time.

Student Visa (Long Stay Visa or Residence Permit):

Purpose: If you plan to study in the Netherlands for a period exceeding 90 days, you will need a long-stay visa or residence permit for study purposes.
Application Process: The application process for a student visa involves multiple steps. You typically need to be accepted into a recognized educational institution, pay tuition fees, and then apply for a residence permit through the Immigration and Naturalization Service (IND) in the Netherlands.

Factors to Consider:
If your primary purpose is studying, a student visa is the appropriate choice, allowing you to stay for the duration of your academic program.
If your visit is short-term and doesn't involve formal studies, a visitor visa is more suitable.
Ensure you meet the specific requirements for each type of visa, including financial proof, accommodation arrangements, and health insurance.

Important Note:
Always check the latest visa requirements and procedures on the official website of the Dutch embassy or consulate in your country or the IND website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Ultimately, the type of visa depends on the nature and duration of your stay in the Netherlands, so carefully assess your purpose and choose the appropriate visa accordingly.

As an international student in the Netherlands, will It be possible for me to work and pay my tuition fee and still have some cash at hand