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Netherlands visa requirements (2026)

Of 198 passports, 93 can travel to the Netherlands without arranging a visa in advance. 0 can apply online for an e-Visa and 105 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Who can visit the Netherlands: passports by requirement

Do I need a visa for the Netherlands?

Entry requirement Choose a passport and a destination.

Popular passports

PassportRequirementStay
United States Visa-free 90 d
United Kingdom Visa-free 90 d
India Visa required –
Philippines Visa required –
Nigeria Visa required –
Pakistan Visa required –
Canada Visa-free 90 d
Australia Visa-free 90 d
China Visa required –
Germany Visa-free –

Access by passport region

Passports that enter visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA.

RegionPassports
Europe 43/45
Asia 12/50
Africa 2/54
North America 18/23
South America 8/12
Oceania 10/14

Netherlands is in the Schengen area: visa-free visitors may stay 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. Calculate your remaining days.

Passports that can enter the Netherlands visa-free

93 passports

Passports that need a visa for the Netherlands

105 passports

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit the Netherlands?

It depends on your passport. 93 passports can enter the Netherlands visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 need an eTA, 0 can apply for an e-Visa online and 105 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Which countries can enter the Netherlands without a visa?

93 passports can enter the Netherlands visa-free, including Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados and others.

Is the Netherlands part of the Schengen area?

Yes. Short stays in the Netherlands count toward the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180-day period, shared across all Schengen countries.

Holding a Netherlands passport? See where the Netherlands passport can travel visa-free.

Data last updated February 2026. Rules can change at short notice and may differ by purpose of travel. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of the Netherlands before you book.