Netherlands diplomatic mission in Zimbabwe
Dutch Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe
Find the official address, telephone number and contact details of the Dutch Embassy in Harare. Learn how to apply for a Dutch passport or identity card, arrange consular appointments, obtain visa information and collect documents in Zimbabwe.
Contact
Dutch Embassy in Harare: Contact Details
Newlands
Harare
Zimbabwe
Appointments required for new applications
No appointment required
Important: new consular applications generally require an appointment. Completed documents can be collected during the published counter hours without another appointment. Regular Schengen visa applications are handled by VFS Global.
Location
Where Is the Dutch Embassy in Harare?
The Dutch Embassy is located at 2 Arden Road in Newlands, Harare, Zimbabwe.
Harare is Zimbabwe’s capital and the country’s principal diplomatic and administrative centre. The embassy represents the Netherlands in Zimbabwe and provides consular services to eligible applicants.
Planning your visit
Use the complete visiting address when arranging transport. Check your appointment confirmation and bring the original documents required for your application.
Allow sufficient travel time and take account of any security checks at the embassy.
Embassy or visa application centre?
The Dutch Embassy handles passport and identity card applications, certain certificates, legalisations and nationality procedures.
For regular short-stay Schengen visa applications, eligible applicants must attend VFS Global in Harare, which is a separate application location.
Before travelling: check the embassy’s official closing days and confirm whether your service requires an appointment.
Diplomatic representation
About the Dutch Embassy in Harare
The Dutch Embassy in Harare is the diplomatic representation of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Zimbabwe.
The embassy maintains relations with the Zimbabwean authorities and supports cooperation between the Netherlands and Zimbabwe on diplomatic, economic and international matters.
Its responsibilities include representing Dutch interests, maintaining government contacts and supporting engagement between organisations in both countries.
Consular services for Dutch citizens
The embassy provides several services to Dutch nationals living in Zimbabwe or temporarily visiting the country.
These include passport and identity card applications, emergency travel assistance, certain nationality procedures, certificates and document legalisation.
Consular links with neighbouring countries
The embassy in Harare is also relevant to certain applicants living in nearby countries.
For example, NetherlandsWorldwide refers people living in Zambia to Harare for several Dutch consular procedures.
Applicants travelling from another country should check which services are available and whether they need permission to enter Zimbabwe before booking.
Consular services
Consular Services at the Dutch Embassy in Harare
Passports and ID Cards
Dutch citizens can apply for or renew a passport or identity card by booking an online appointment.
Nationality Procedures
Eligible applicants can arrange an appointment for the Dutch nationality option procedure.
Certificates and Legalisations
The embassy provides selected consular certificates, legalisation of documents and signature legalisation.
Emergency travel documents
If your Dutch passport or identity card has been lost or stolen and you urgently need to travel, you may be eligible for an emergency travel document.
Request assistance by emailing har-ca@minbuza.nl.
Provide information about your current location, your intended travel itinerary and a telephone number where you can be reached.
The embassy will determine whether a temporary passport or laissez-passer may be appropriate.
Dutch nationality option procedure
Eligible applicants wishing to obtain Dutch nationality through the option procedure can book an online appointment at the embassy in Harare.
Check the eligibility requirements and prepare the relevant civil-status documents before attending.
Legalisation of Zimbabwean documents
If you need a document issued in Zimbabwe legalised for use by Dutch authorities, the embassy provides an online appointment procedure.
The requirements depend on the document and the authority that issued it.
Legalisation of a signature
To have your signature legalised, make an online appointment with the embassy.
Bring valid identification and the document on which the signature is required.
Certificate of marital status
You can request a certificate concerning your marital status by emailing har-ca@minbuza.nl.
An initial in-person appointment is not required to submit the request.
Certificate of legal capacity to marry
If you need a certificate of legal capacity to marry, you can request it by email.
The embassy may require documents establishing your identity, nationality and marital status.
Certificate of residence
A certificate of residence can also be requested by email, without first booking a personal appointment.
Prepare the necessary evidence of your residential address.
Proof-of-life certificate
If a pension provider or another organisation requires proof that you are alive, book an online appointment at the embassy.
Bring valid identification and any form provided by the requesting organisation.
Certificate of Dutch nationality
The application procedure for a certificate of Dutch nationality depends on your individual circumstances.
Check the official eligibility and application requirements before submitting a request.
Basic civic integration examination abroad
The basic civic integration examination abroad is not arranged at the embassy in Harare.
Applicants in Zimbabwe are directed to the Dutch Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa.
To request an appointment, contact pre-ca@minbuza.nl.
Caribbean Carpet Programme
Eligible organisations can submit a completed Caribbean Carpet Programme application form by email to har-ca@minbuza.nl.
Appointment procedures vary: passport applications, the option procedure, document legalisation and proof-of-life certificates use online booking. Emergency travel documents require email contact. Certain certificates can be requested directly by email.
Travel documents
Applying for a Dutch Passport or Identity Card in Zimbabwe
Dutch nationals residing in Zimbabwe can apply for a new passport or identity card at the Dutch Embassy in Harare.
1. Prepare Your Checklist
Create a personal documents checklist through NetherlandsWorldwide and collect the required supporting evidence.
2. Book Online
Reserve an online appointment at the Dutch Embassy in Harare once your documents are ready.
3. Attend in Person
Bring your printed checklist, completed and signed application form, and all original documents.
Proof of legal residence in Zimbabwe
When applying for a Dutch passport or identity card, you must demonstrate that you legally reside in Zimbabwe.
According to the official guidance, acceptable evidence includes:
- A valid residence permit.
- A valid passport or identity card from the country of residence.
- For a baby’s first travel document, the child’s birth certificate.
Follow your personal checklist to determine which documents apply to your circumstances.
Zimbabwean birth and marriage certificates
Birth and marriage certificates issued in Zimbabwe must be legalised when required for a Dutch passport or identity card application.
Documents from other countries may follow different legalisation requirements.
Document translations
Documents in Dutch, English, German or French can be submitted.
Documents issued in another language must be translated by a sworn translator when required.
Applications for children
Children must attend passport and identity card applications in person.
For a passport application for a child under 18, or an identity card application for a child under 12, parental or legal guardian consent may be required.
If a parent or legal guardian cannot attend, a signed consent form and a dated, signed copy of their identification document may be necessary.
Bring existing travel documents
Take all Dutch and foreign passports and identity cards you possess, even if they have expired.
If you still need your existing passport or identity card, you may be allowed to retain it until the replacement is ready.
Receiving your new document
The embassy will send you an email when your passport or identity card is ready.
Completed documents can be collected Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 11:00 AM without another appointment.
Passport delivery by post
Under the embassy’s conditions, you can arrange for your new Dutch passport to be sent to you.
Bring a prepaid envelope addressed to yourself when attending the application appointment.
If you keep your old passport during processing, it must be returned to the embassy before the new passport can be dispatched.
Identity cards must be collected
A new Dutch identity card cannot be delivered by post.
You must collect it personally from the embassy in Harare.
Important: passport delivery is possible under specified conditions, but identity card delivery is not. Applicants arranging passport delivery should account for the period during which their old passport must be returned to the embassy.
Visas and residence
Applying for a Visa for the Netherlands in Zimbabwe
Whether you need a visa for the Netherlands depends on your nationality, travel document, residence status, destination and purpose of travel.
Short-stay Schengen visas
Eligible applicants residing in Zimbabwe can apply for a short-stay Schengen visa for the Netherlands through VFS Global in Harare.
Regular Schengen visa applications are not submitted at the Dutch Embassy’s consular counter.
1. Check Requirements
Confirm whether you need a Schengen visa and whether the Netherlands is responsible for your application.
2. Prepare Your Application
Complete the official application form and gather the required supporting documents for your journey.
3. Book with VFS Global
Reserve an online appointment at the authorised VFS Global visa application centre in Harare.
When to apply for a Schengen visa
A standard Schengen visa application can generally be submitted up to six months before your intended journey, or nine months for eligible seafarers.
Apply at least 15 calendar days before travelling and allow additional time for appointment availability.
MVV visa stickers
If the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) has approved your residence application, you may need an MVV visa sticker.
You can apply for the sticker at the Dutch Embassy in Harare if your IND approval letter authorises collection in Zimbabwe.
Make an online appointment and follow the instructions in your IND letter.
MVV and residence permits
If you plan to live, work or study in the Netherlands for longer than 90 days, you may require an MVV and a residence permit.
The applicable immigration requirements are determined by the IND.
Caribbean visas
Eligible applicants can arrange short-stay or long-stay Caribbean visa applications through VFS Global in Zimbabwe.
Airport transit visas
If your journey requires an airport transit visa for a connection through a Dutch airport, use the official VFS Global application procedure.
Entry visas
If your Dutch residence permit is lost, stolen or expired while you are in Zimbabwe, you may need an entry visa to return to the Netherlands.
Eligible applicants can arrange the procedure through VFS Global in Harare.
Important: regular Schengen, Caribbean, airport transit and entry visas are handled through VFS Global. Eligible MVV visa sticker applications can be made at the Dutch Embassy in Harare through online booking.
Opening hours
Consular Opening Hours of the Dutch Embassy in Harare
NetherlandsWorldwide publishes the following regular consular counter hours:
New consular applications
For new passport and identity card applications, legalisations and other services requiring personal attendance, make the appropriate appointment in advance.
The published counter hours do not mean that these services are available without booking.
Document collection
Completed passports, identity cards, certificates and other documents can be collected during the published counter hours without another appointment.
Public holidays and special closures
The embassy is closed on selected Dutch and Zimbabwean public holidays and on additional announced closure days.
Its published 2026 calendar includes closures from 21 to 25 December on specified days. Check the official embassy page for changes before travelling.
Remember: document collection is available without a new appointment. New consular applications require the booking procedure specified for the service.
Appointments
How to Make an Appointment at the Dutch Embassy in Harare
Online Appointments
Book Dutch passports, identity cards, option declarations, MVV visa stickers and selected legalisations online.
Email Requests
Contact har-ca@minbuza.nl for emergency travel documents and selected consular certificates.
Visa Centre Appointments
Use VFS Global for regular Schengen, Caribbean, airport transit and entry visa applications.
Passport and ID card applications
Prepare your personal document checklist before booking online.
If you are applying for both a passport and an identity card, make a separate appointment for each document.
Dutch nationality option procedure
Eligible applicants can book an online appointment for the option procedure at the embassy in Harare.
Legalisation appointments
Online booking is available for legalisation of Zimbabwean documents and signatures.
Certificates requested by email
Certificates of marital status, legal capacity to marry and residence can be requested by emailing har-ca@minbuza.nl.
An initial counter appointment is not necessary to submit these requests.
Proof-of-life certificate
For a proof-of-life certificate, use the embassy’s online appointment procedure.
Changing or cancelling an appointment
Online booking confirmations include instructions for changing or cancelling an appointment.
If you arranged an appointment directly by email, contact the consular team for any changes.
Document collection
Collecting a Dutch Passport or ID Card in Harare
When your new Dutch passport or identity card is ready, the embassy will notify you by email.
Document collection hours
You can collect completed documents without another appointment during these hours:
Receiving your passport by post
You may arrange for your new Dutch passport to be sent to you.
Bring a prepaid envelope showing your own address when you attend your passport application appointment.
You are responsible for the shipping costs.
Returning your old passport
If you keep your old passport while waiting for your new one, you must send the old passport to the embassy before the new passport is dispatched.
This means there may be a period when you do not have a passport available for travel.
Identity cards cannot be delivered
New Dutch identity cards cannot be sent by post.
You must collect your new identity card from the embassy in Harare.
Collection deadline
Your new passport or identity card must be collected or dispatched within three months after the readiness notification.
A document that is not collected or dispatched within this period will be destroyed.
Check your personal details
After receiving the document, check that your name, place of birth and other personal details are correct.
If you notice an error, contact har-ca@minbuza.nl and explain which details need correction.
Important: a new passport can be delivered under the embassy’s conditions, but a new Dutch identity card must be collected in person. Arrange the delivery option when applying.
Before your visit
Preparing for a Visit to the Dutch Embassy in Harare
Confirm Your Appointment
Check the date, time and service shown in your booking confirmation before travelling.
Prepare Your Documents
Bring the printed checklist, original supporting documents and any required legalisations or translations.
Check Embassy Closures
Review the official holiday calendar, especially when travelling from outside Harare or from another country.
Consular fees
Official fees apply to Dutch passports, identity cards, visa-related procedures and selected consular services.
Check the current consular fee schedule and the accepted payment methods for Zimbabwe before your appointment.
Applicants using Zimbabwean civil records
When you need a Zimbabwean birth or marriage certificate for a Dutch travel document application, check whether legalisation is required.
Documents in languages other than Dutch, English, German or French may also need sworn translations.
Passport delivery arrangements
If you want your new passport delivered, bring the required prepaid envelope to the application appointment.
Check the instructions for surrendering your previous passport before the new document is dispatched.
Urgent consular assistance
Dutch nationals requiring urgent consular help in Zimbabwe can contact NetherlandsWorldwide at any time.
Emergency assistance: call +31 247 247 247, available 24 hours a day. WhatsApp support is available at +31 857 737 400. Do not send sensitive personal documents through WhatsApp. In immediate danger, contact local emergency services first.
Frequently asked questions
Dutch Embassy in Harare: FAQ
Where is the Dutch Embassy in Harare?
The embassy is located at 2 Arden Road, Newlands, Harare, Zimbabwe.
What is the telephone number of the Dutch Embassy in Harare?
You can call +263 867 701 0607. NetherlandsWorldwide can also be reached on +31 247 247 247.
What are the embassy’s consular opening hours?
The regular consular counter hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 11:00 AM. New applications generally require an appointment.
Can I apply for a Dutch passport or identity card in Harare?
Yes. Prepare your personal documents checklist and book an online appointment with the embassy.
When can I collect my new passport or identity card?
Completed documents can be collected Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 11:00 AM without a new appointment.
Can my new Dutch passport be sent to me?
Yes. You may arrange passport delivery under the embassy’s conditions by bringing a prepaid envelope addressed to yourself when applying.
Can my new Dutch identity card be delivered?
No. New Dutch identity cards cannot be sent by post and must be collected at the embassy in Harare.
Where can I apply for a Schengen visa in Zimbabwe?
Eligible applicants can submit regular Schengen visa applications through VFS Global in Harare.
Can I take the basic civic integration examination in Harare?
No. NetherlandsWorldwide directs applicants in Zimbabwe to the Dutch Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa. Contact pre-ca@minbuza.nl for appointment instructions.
How can Dutch nationals obtain urgent consular assistance in Zimbabwe?
Call NetherlandsWorldwide on +31 247 247 247, available 24 hours a day. In immediate danger, contact local emergency services first.
Official information