I went to the consulate on 6th Feb early morning from Eindhoven. Unluckily my train was delayed. only got to AMS CS around 8:40am. So i took a taxi to the consulate and got there on time at 9am. it cost me 15EUR or so. I was afraid of being late. But later on I was waiting for 30min. So I guess it's not that strict...
I handed in
1. the application with a photo attached
2. passport, residence card + copies
3. the reservation of a hotel room for a few days
4. bank statement + saving statement
5. work contract + copy
Scanned finger prints and took a photo. I paid 82EUR which includes the post fee to receive the passport.
Exactly 5 working days after, last Friday the post arrived. though i got it yesterday from the post office as i wasnt home when it was delivered.