Do you need a visa to visit the Netherlands?
Visa requirements can change at any time. Before making travel plans, consult with the nearest Dutch embassy or consulate, or check the web site of the foreign ministry of the Netherlands.
Entry under European treaties
Nationals holding passports from the following countries can freely enter the Netherlands:
Visa-free entry to Schengen area
Nationals holding passports from the following countries can enter the Netherlands and remain in the Schengen area for up to 90 days out of any 180-day period:
- Andorra
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Brazil
- Brunei
- Canada
- Chile
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- El Salvador
- Guatemala
- Holy See (Vatican)
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Israel
- Japan
- Macau
- Macedonia
- Malaysia
- Mauritius
- Mexico
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- San Marino
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- South Korea
- United Arab Emirates
- Uruguay
- USA
- Venezuela
All other visitors
Holders of other passports, or travelers wishing to remain in the country for longer periods, should contact the nearest embassy or consulate to obtain a visa.