Netherlands
General visa requirements for travelling to Netherlands. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Tourist visa (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Tourism)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days (may extend to 45 days)
- Fee
- EUR 90
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Single-entry by default; multiple-entry may be granted for frequent travelers. Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before departure. Fee is EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children aged 6-11, free for children under 6.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of countries listed in EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex I (visa-required third countries).
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to cover stay in the Netherlands, approximately EUR 55 per person per day.
Minimum funds: EUR 55 per day
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Criminal record
Must not be listed in the Schengen Information System (SIS) as a person to be refused entry and must not pose a threat to public order.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: ICAO-compliant passport photographs (35x45mm, white background, taken within last 6 months)
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: EUR 55 per day of stay; Months required: 3
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: All Schengen states; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation, Airbnb booking, or proof of sponsorship/invitation from host; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen visa application form; Form url: https://netherlandsworldwide.nl
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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card at embassy/consulate; Amount: EUR 90
How to apply
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Online application
Complete the Schengen visa application form online at netherlandsworldwide.nl or download and fill the paper form.
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Document gathering
Collect all required supporting documents: passport, photos, insurance, financial proof, accommodation, flight reservations, and cover letter.
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Appointment booking
Book an appointment at the Dutch embassy, consulate, or authorized visa application center (VFS Global or TLScontact).
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Document submission
Submit application and all supporting documents in person at the embassy/consulate or visa application center.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photograph) at the visa application center. Biometrics are valid for 59 months and may be reused for subsequent applications.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee of EUR 90 (adults) at the time of submission. Additional service fee applies if using VFS Global or TLScontact.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing. Standard processing time is 15 calendar days, which may be extended to 45 days if additional verification is required.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa sticker from the embassy/consulate or visa application center, or receive by courier if that service was selected.
Tourist visa (Schengen Visa-Free Entry (Short Stay))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
90/180-day rule applies across all Schengen states combined. EU/EEA/Swiss nationals have unrestricted freedom of movement and are not covered by this policy. Citizens of Schengen Annex II countries may enter the Netherlands and the Schengen Area without a visa for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism, business visits, or family visits. ETIAS pre-travel authorization will be required starting late 2026.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of countries listed in EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex II (visa-exempt third countries).
Eligible countries: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Georgia, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Korea (Republic of), Macao, Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia (Federated States of), Moldova (Republic of), Monaco, Montenegro, Nauru, New Zealand, Nicaragua, North Macedonia, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Taiwan, Province of China, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)
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Criminal record
Must not be listed in the Schengen Information System (SIS) as a person to be refused entry. No active entry bans.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Cash, credit cards, or bank statements; Minimum amount: EUR 55 per day
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservations, Airbnb confirmation, or invitation from host; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes