Embassy of the Netherlands in Morocco

What Embassy of the Netherlands in Morocco does

The Embassy of the Netherlands in Morocco is a diplomatic mission in Rabat operating under the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken). It is part of the broader NederlandWereldwijd network, the official Dutch government information portal that centralizes consular services for Dutch citizens abroad and travelers. The platform's underlying technology consists of a government web portal (nederlandwereldwijd.nl), an English-language counterpart (netherlandsworldwide.nl), and the Reisapp mobile application for Android and iOS, all backed by an inter-agency integration with 17 Dutch government organizations.

Core products include Schengen/MVV/Caribbean visa application guidance, passport and ID-card renewal services, emergency travel document (nooddocument) applications, visa objection procedures, the Informatieservice subscription-based travel advisory alert system, and the Reisapp providing color-coded country risk ratings, currency conversion, and emergency procedures. Visa application intake is operationalized through external channel partners VFS Global and TLScontact, which operate application centers in approximately 180 countries, supplemented by over 150 Dutch diplomatic missions worldwide.

The business model is a public-service, fee-based consular model rather than a commercial one. Revenue mechanics consist of transaction fees for visa applications, passport issuance, and other consular documents processed through embassies, consulates, and the VFS/TLScontact partner network, while the Informatieservice and travel advisory information are provided free of charge. Primary customers are Dutch nationals living, working, or traveling abroad; a secondary segment consists of non-Dutch nationals applying for short-stay (Schengen), long-stay (MVV), or Caribbean Kingdom visas for travel to the Netherlands. Marketing and distribution rely on direct digital channels (website, app, email/SMS, Facebook, Instagram) and the global diplomatic/partner network.

Name

Embassy of the Netherlands in Morocco

Legal name

NederlandWereldwijd

Website

https://nederlandwereldwijd.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Embassy of the Netherlands in Morocco is a Dutch diplomatic mission in Rabat, part of the NederlandWereldwijd government portal operated by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It provides consular services, visa processing, and travel advisory information to Dutch citizens abroad and foreign visa applicants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Consular and Government Services

NAICS

International Affairs (92812), National Security and International Affairs (928)

SIC

Foreign Governments (8888), International Affairs (9721)

akta.pro primary industry

Consular Services & Citizen Assistance (BPAIAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Visa, Immigration Liaison & Travel Document Policy (Foreign Affairs) (BPAIAIAL), Migrant & Refugee Legal Aid and Documentation Services (BPADAHAE)

Keywords

• Consular services
• Travel advisories
• Visa processing
• Passport services
• Diplomatic services

Headquarters

HQ city

Rabat

HQ country

Morocco

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Consular service fees: Fees collected for visa applications, passport services, and other consular documents processed through the network of Dutch embassies, consulates, and external service providers (VFS Global, TLScontact).
2. Visa application processing: Schengen visa applications processed through VFS Global and TLScontact application centers worldwide, with service fees charged for application handling.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

NederlandWereldwijd is the official Dutch government information portal operated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, providing consular services for Dutch citizens abroad and foreign nationals seeking entry to the Netherlands. The platform offers Schengen visa application guidance, passport and ID card renewal services, emergency travel document support, travel advisories via the Reisapp mobile application, and a subscription-based Informatieservice for crisis notifications. Services are delivered through the website, mobile app, a network of Dutch embassies and consulates, and external visa application partners VFS Global and TLScontact.

Product overview

NederlandWereldwijd (NetherlandsWorldwide) is a unified government services portal operated by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, providing consolidated consular and travel-related services for Dutch nationals abroad and foreign nationals seeking entry to the Netherlands. The platform offers Schengen visa applications, passport/ID card renewal services, travel advisories via the Reisapp mobile application, and the Informatieservice alert subscription. The service integrates with VFS Global application centers for visa processing and provides country-specific guidance for emergency document requests.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Schengenvisum Service (Schengen Visa Service) Online portal for applying for Schengen visas for short stays in the Netherlands, with country-specific application guidance and VFS Global application center integration. For foreign nationals seeking entry to the Netherlands.
• Reisapp (Travel App) Mobile application for Android and iOS providing travel advisories, destination favorites with change notifications, emergency procedures, and currency conversion tools for travelers.
• Informatieservice Buitenlandse Zaken (Foreign Affairs Information Service) Subscription service that sends alerts when travel advisories change and during crises, available for travelers and Dutch nationals living abroad.
• Paspoort en ID-kaart Service (Passport and ID Card Service) Guidance portal for applying for or renewing Dutch passports and ID cards from abroad, with country-specific procedures.
• Nooddocument Aanvraag (Emergency Document Application) Emergency travel document application service for Dutch nationals who have lost or had their passport stolen while abroad.
• Visum Bezwaar Procedure (Visa Objection Procedure) Online guidance for filing objections against rejected visa applications, with step-by-step procedures and IND contact information.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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App detail

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• BelastingdienstcoreOthersDutch Tax and Customs Administration. Collaborates with NederlandWereldwijd to provide information about tax obligations for Dutch citizens abroad, including tax filing requirements and double taxation treaties.
• Immigratie- en Naturalisatiedienst (IND)coreOthersImmigration and Naturalization Service. Provides information about Dutch nationality, naturalization procedures, and residency matters for Dutch citizens abroad and those seeking to become Dutch nationals.
• Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs (DUO)coreOthersEducation Executive Agency. Provides information about Dutch education abroad, student loans, and educational services available to Dutch nationals living outside the Netherlands.
• Dienst Wegverkeer (RDW)coreOthersNetherlands Vehicle Authority. Collaborates on information about Dutch driver's licenses, vehicle import/export, and driving regulations for Dutch citizens abroad.
• DouanecoreOthersDutch Customs. Provides information about customs regulations, prohibited items, and import/export rules for travelers entering or leaving the Netherlands.
• Sociale Verzekeringsbank (SVB)coreOthersSocial Insurance Bank. Provides information about Dutch social security benefits, AOW pensions, and insurance schemes for Dutch citizens living abroad.
• Uitvoeringsinstituut Werknemersverzekeringen (UWV)coreOthersEmployee Insurance Agency. Provides information about Dutch unemployment benefits, disability insurance, and work-related social security for Dutch nationals abroad.
• VFS GlobalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExternal visa application service provider. Operates application centers worldwide where Schengen visa applicants for the Netherlands submit documents, biometrics, and pay fees. Handles administrative processing for visa applications across approximately 180 countries.
• TLScontactcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExternal visa application service provider. Similar to VFS Global, operates visa application centers in select countries for processing Netherlands visa applications.
• NufficcoreOthersDutch organization for internationalization in education. Provides information about Dutch education abroad, international student exchanges, and Dutch language and culture education overseas.
• Rijksdienst voor Identiteitsgegevens (RVIG)coreOthersNational Register for Identity Data. Collaborates on identity verification services and information about Dutch identity documents for citizens abroad.
• LogiuscoreOthersDutch digital government services organization. Provides information about DigiD (digital ID) activation and usage for Dutch citizens abroad who need to access Dutch government online services.
• Gemeente Den HaagcoreOthersMunicipality of The Hague. Collaborates on municipal services information and civil registration matters relevant to Dutch citizens abroad.
• CAKcoreOthersCentral Administration Office. Provides information about Dutch healthcare contributions and care insurance matters for Dutch nationals living abroad.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• TLScontact: External visa application service provider handling Netherlands visa applications in select countries. Comparable to VFS Global as a partner rather than a competitor, but materially relevant to understanding the visa processing value chain.
• VFS Global: External service provider that operates Netherlands visa application centers worldwide on behalf of the Dutch government. Listed as a core channel partner in the data, making it a directly relevant ecosystem participant and operational partner.

Emerging players

• International SOS: Private-sector provider of travel security services, medical assistance, and real-time travel risk advisories to organizations and individuals. Comparable in the travel advisory and crisis support domains, but commercially positioned rather than government-backed.
• Schengen Visa Info: Third-party information portal aggregating Schengen visa requirements, application procedures, and embassy information for travelers. Comparable in serving prospective visa applicants with self-service information, though not an official source.

Direct peers

• Germany - Auswärtiges Amt (Federal Foreign Office): Official German government portal providing consular services, visa information, and travel advisories for German citizens abroad. Directly comparable peer embassy service platform with similar Schengen visa processing mandate.
• UK Government - GOV.UK (Passports, Travel and Living Abroad): Official UK government portal providing passport, visa, and travel information for British citizens abroad. Closely comparable in scope, multi-language availability, and the integration of consular services with broader government services.
• France - Diplomatie (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs): Official French government portal providing consular services, visa applications, and travel advisories for French citizens abroad. Comparable in scope, regulatory authority, and integration with Schengen visa processing.

Broad incumbents

• U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs: Operates the official U.S. government portal providing passport services, visa applications, and travel advisories for U.S. citizens abroad and foreign nationals. Directly comparable in mandate, service catalog, and regulatory moat as a sovereign consular services provider.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/NederlandWereldwijd
• Instagraminstagram.com/nederlandwereldwijd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/netherlands-business-in-morocco

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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