Netherlands Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
94
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
94
Visa required in advance
104

Netherlands' visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Netherlands tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Netherlands Visa-Free (94)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Netherlands without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Netherlands Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C)

    up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourcenetherlandsworldwide.nl ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) - business purpose

    up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourcenetherlandsworldwide.nl ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Airport transit visa (type A)

    airport transit onlyofficial sourcenetherlandsworldwide.nl ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Caribbean visa (Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Saba, St Eustatius, St Maarten)

    short stay in the Caribbean parts of the Kingdomofficial sourcenetherlandsworldwide.nl ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global (TLScontact in some countries) - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Netherlands Transit Visa

Netherlands publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Required for certain nationalities transiting through an international zone at a Dutch airport (e.g., Amsterdam Schiphol) without entering the Schengen area.

~$90

Fee is €80 for adults, €40 for children 6-12, free for children under 6. Required for nationals of specific high-risk countries when transiting through Schengen international zones. Separate from the Type C short-stay visa. Applied for at the Dutch embassy or consulate.

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FAQ

Netherlands Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Netherlands?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Netherlands visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Netherlands tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Netherlands without a visa?

94 countries can visit Netherlands without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Netherlands.

How do I apply for a Netherlands tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Netherlands, you typically need to apply at a Netherlands embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Netherlands without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Netherlands varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Netherlands Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Netherlands visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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