Netherlands Visa Applications at VFS South Africa Johannesburg
Everything you need to apply for a Netherlands Schengen visa from Johannesburg, South Africa — address, opening hours, fees in ZAR, and how to prepare your file before the appointment.
VFS South Africa Johannesburg
2nd Floor Rivonia Village, Corner Rivonia Boulevard and Mutual Road, Sandton, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
Johannesburg
South Africa
Phone & email specific to Netherlands visa enquiries
No direct phone or email listed for Netherlands enquiries at this centre. Use the operator's general booking portal.
Netherlands visa fees in ZAR.
Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the Netherlands consulate, and the VFS Global service charge for handling your appointment.
R — ZAR
ISO ZARAll fees on this page are quoted in ZAR. Embassy fees are converted from euro at the consulate's daily rate.
Schengen Visa Fee
EU-harmonised fee paid to the Netherlands consulate. Same in every Schengen country.
Tourist (adult) R 1,775.00
Standard short-stay Schengen visa fee for adult tourist applicants.
Adult — Gambian passport holders (12+) R 2,203.00
Adjusted rate for Gambian nationals aged 12 and over.
Applies to: Gambia
Child (6 to 12) R 887.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 12 years.
Child (under 6) Free
Children under 6 are exempt from both the visa fee and the BLS service charge.
Who is exempt from the Schengen visa fee?
Four categories of applicants pay nothing or a reduced amount. Bring documentary proof of the qualifying status to your appointment.
Children under 6 years
Visa fee and operator service charge both waived. Age taken at the date of application.
EU citizen family members
Under Directive 2004/38/EC. Spouse, dependent children or dependent parents of an EU/EEA citizen.
Students & researchers
Some country and programme rules apply. Proof of enrolment or research-host invitation required.
Youth (≤ 25) at non-profit events
Seminars, conferences, sports tournaments and similar non-commercial events.
Bring proof at your appointment: passport (age), marriage certificate (EU family), enrolment letter (students), or event invitation (youth).
- Children under 6 years (visa fee and BLS service charge both waived)
VAC fee: Refer to one-pager. Source: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/zaf/en/nld/attend-centre (captured 2026-05-09).
Common questions, answered.
Where do I apply for a Netherlands visa at VFS South Africa Johannesburg?
VFS South Africa Johannesburg is located at 2nd Floor Rivonia Village, Corner Rivonia Boulevard and Mutual Road, Sandton, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa, Johannesburg. Netherlands visa applications are processed at this address.
How do I book a Netherlands visa appointment at VFS South Africa Johannesburg?
Start your Netherlands visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at VFS South Africa Johannesburg as part of the process.
Other visas processed at VFS South Africa Johannesburg.
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Ready to apply for your Netherlands visa?
VFS South Africa Johannesburg handles your appointment. We handle the application — Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.