Netherlands Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | See below | No | No |
| USA | Yes | Yes | No |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | No |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | No |
| British | Yes | Yes | No |
Passports
EU nationals: You are not required to show a passport or national ID card when entering the Netherlands. However, transport providers like airlines, train operators and ferry companies will require you to show your passport or ID card to prove your identity.
Non-EU nationals: You must have a valid passport issued within the past ten years and with at least three months left, along with a return ticket and sufficient funds for the length of stay.
The Netherlands is a Schengen country, but beware that EU members such as Cyprus and Ireland are not part of the Schengen area, so a passport or ID card is required if travelling to/from these countries.
Passport Note
Passport and visa regulations are subject to change, and airlines may have different requirements. Information is correct at the time of publishing; travellers should check with the relevant embassy before departure, particularly when transiting through a third country. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these requirements.
Visas
EU nationals: Citizens of EU and EEA countries do not need a visa to enter the Netherlands. But those planning to stay longer than 90 days must apply for a residence registration certificate with local authorities.
Non-EU Nationals: Citizens of the following countries can visit the Netherlands and other Schengen countries visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period:
Africa: Seychelles.
Americas: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United States of America, Uruguay, Venezuela.
Asia: Brunei, Georgia, Hong Kong (SAR passport holders), Israel, Japan, Macao (SAR passport holders), Malaysia, Maldives, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan (passport must include an identity card number), Timor-Leste, United Arab Emirates.
Europe: Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia, San Marino, Serbia (biometric passports only; excluding those issued by the Serbian Coordination Directorate), Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican City.
Oceania: Australia, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, New Zealand, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.
Nationals from countries not listed above are advised to contact the nearest Dutch embassy or consulate to verify visa requirements.
Types and Cost
Short-stay (Schengen C) visa: €90 for those aged 12 and above, €45 for children aged six to 11, and free for children under six. Certain categories, such as students, researchers, and family members of EU/EEA citizens, are exempt from fees.
Validity
The Schengen C visa allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Transit
If you are transiting through a Dutch airport, you may need an airport transit (A) visa depending on your nationality. Check with a Dutch embassy or consulate before travelling.
Application to
Contact the nearest Dutch embassy, consulate, or authorised visa application centre. Applicants can start their visa process online via the Dutch government's official website.
Schengen Visas
The Netherlands is a Schengen country, so the Schengen visa rules apply.
Temporary residence
EU nationals: Must register with the local municipality (gemeente) if staying longer than four months.
Working days
Schengen visa applications are normally processed within 15 calendar days, but in some cases this may take up to 45 days. Applicants are advised to apply well in advance of travel.
Sufficient Funds
Schengen visa applicants must provide proof of funds to cover their stay.
Entry with pets
Pets from EU countries must have a microchip, an EU pet passport, and a valid rabies vaccination given at least 21 days before travel. Pets from non-EU countries must also meet EU requirements, including an official veterinary certificate and, in some cases, a rabies antibody test.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
Royal Netherlands Embassy in the UK
Telephone: (020) 7590 3200.
Website: http://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/your-country-and-the-netherlands/united-kingdom
Address: , 38 Hyde Park Gate, London, SW7 5DP,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1700; consular section: Mon-Fri 0830-1200 and 1330-1530 (by appointment only). Closed first and third Wednesday of every month.
Royal Netherlands Embassy in the USA
Telephone: +1 202 244 53 00.
Website: http://dc.the-netherlands.org
Address: , 4200 Linnean Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008,
Opening times:
Embassy: Mon-Fri 0830-1630; consular and visa section: Tue-Fri 0850-1230 (by appointment only).
British Embassy in the Netherlands
Telephone: +31 (0)70 427 0427
Website: http://www.gov.uk/government/world/netherlands
Address: , Lange Voorhout 10, The Hague, 2514 ED,
Opening times:
Currently not open to the public.
