Proof of sponsorship and/or lodging provision
What is it?
To visit the Netherlands, some foreign visitors need a visa. To obtain this visa, a guarantor declaration is required in a number of cases.
In the proof of sponsorship and/or lodging you explain why you invited the person. For example, for a vacation. This helps the person to get the visa.
What to do.
Check the Netherlands Worldwide site to see which nationalities require a visa.
You must fill out a form and have the signature from it legalized at the municipality. If you are married or in a registered partnership, you must both be present at the municipality and both sign there.
What do I need?
- completed form guarantee. Download this via Netherlands Worldwide
- ID
Note
Do not sign the form yet! Because your signature must be legalized, you may only sign in the presence of the municipal official.
What does it cost?
| Product | Rate 2025 |
|---|---|
| Legalize signature | € 11,20 |
Additional information
The IND has more information about what it takes for someone to come to the Netherlands.