All NIV applicants must bring to the interview appointment the following documents:

• A Nonimmigrant Visa Application (DS-156), completed and signed by each applicant.  Use the scannable (electronic) DS-156 forms by clicking on this link.
• A Supplemental Nonimmigrant Visa Application Form DS-157 required for all male applicants between 16 and 45 years of age.
• A passport valid for travel to the United States and with a validity date at least six months (not applicable to Dutch passport holders) beyond the intended period of stay in the United States. If more than one person is included in the passport, each person desiring a visa must make an application.
• A recent photograph - only U.S. size pictures.
  • Image: Photograph must be recent (within six months), with a clear full face and front view image, ensuring the ears of the customer are showing, in color (preferred) or black and white (if color photography is not available).
  • Size: The photograph must be at least two inches by two inches (51 mm by 51 mm) in size, exclusive of any white borders. The image size, from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head (including hair), should measure between one inch and one and three-eighth's inches. There should be at least one-half inch between the top of he head and photograph's border.
  • Background: There must be a clear contrast between the background and the customer's image. The background of the photographs must be white. Photographs that are grainy in appearance cannot be accepted.
• A paid receipt for the € 85 visa-processing fee, or a Dutch PIN Card for Payment at the Consulate. A non-refundable application fee of €85 is charged for every applicant. This fee must be paid into the Consulate's ABN/AMRO bank account, number 51.54.83.184 before the applicant comes to the Consulate General for a visa interview. Please provide your full name and passport number at the time of payment. You may also pay by PIN at the Consulate. Cash is not accepted. Original proof of payment must be submitted at the Consulate with each application. A, G and NATO visa applications do not require this fee or an appointment.
• A self-addressed return envelope with € 5.75 postage.  For each applicant for return of the passport and visa by mail within the Netherlands. 
• Additional documents that verify the purpose of travel and your intent to return to your permanent residence upon completion of your visit to the U.S.

In addition, please provide the following evidence in support of your planned travel:

• Business: Provide a letter from your employer describing in detail your planned activities in the U.S. The letter should explain why the business requires your presence in the U.S., the source of funds for expenses in the U.S. (including salary, commissions, travel and incidental expenses), and an itinerary noting the length of your planned trip;
• Pleasure: Evidence of permanent ties to a home outside the U.S., such as a residence permit, work contract, letter from your employer, verification of enrollment and attendance at school, bank statements, and documentation regarding property ownership. Other information may include plans/itinerary for your trip and evidence of finances adequate to fund your planned stay.
• Students and Exchange Visitors: Forms I-20A/B or DS-2019, DS-158, and proof of funding. Special afternoon application times have been reserved for Dutch students, but an appointment is required. You must bring a scannable DS-156 for admission during these hours. Students and exchange visitors who are not Dutch citizens must make an appointment for the morning hours. Call 020-794-08 08 to make an appointment, if you schedule an appointment, you will receive a confirmation number. There is a €15 fee to make an appointment, payable only by credit card. Please have a credit card available when you place the call.
• Temporary Workers and Intra-company Transferees: An approved petition (original form I-797A or B) and evidence that you are qualified to perform the work intended.

Immigrant Visa
Immigrant Visas are processed in Amsterdam. Monday-Thursday. Calls are accepted 8:30 am-12:00 pm. Petitions may be filed Monday-Thursday, 1:30 pm-3:00 pm. No appointment is necessary. U.S. citizens no longer need to have a Dutch residency permit in order to file an I-130 petition. IV are normally issued on the day of the final interview.

Attorney Representation
Attorneys are not permitted to be physically present at the interview window and inside of the building with clients. Only applicants and translators are permitted to enter the visa section. The consuls will accept telephone and e-mail inquiries from attorneys to discuss cases before or after the interview.

Contact Information:
Consulate van de VS
Museumplein 19
1071 DJ Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Main: (+31) (20) 575 5309
NIV Call Center: (+31) (20) 794 0808
IV: (+31) (20) 575 5331
Fax: (+31) (20) 575 5310
ACS Fax: (+31) (20) 575 5330

http://netherlands.usembassy.gov/