On March 8, the cabinet announced that the entry ban for the Netherlands will be adjusted as of March 16, 2021. For example, Dutch people who have a relationship with a person from outside the EU may receive their foreign partner again for a short stay of a maximum of 90 days.
Applying for a Schengen visa during the corona pandemic
Those who want to travel to the Netherlands from abroad and are not an EU citizen will have to deal with strict entry conditions that have been introduced to combat the corona pandemic. For example, there is a ban on non-essential travel for travelers who are not on the list of safe countries.
Flight ban for UK, South Africa and South America extended until April 1
The flight ban for the United Kingdom, South Africa and countries in Central and South America has been extended until April 1. Outgoing Minister Cora van Nieuwenhuizen (Infrastructure and Water Management) announced this on Wednesday evening.
Flight ban for high-risk countries extended until March 4
To reduce the risk of spreading coronavirus mutations, flight bans were announced on January 23 for passenger flights from a number of countries. These bans will in any case be extended until Thursday 4 March.
Traveling to the Netherlands during the corona pandemic: safe countries
Due to the corona pandemic, there is a European entry ban, which means that you can only travel to the Netherlands under certain conditions. However, if you live in a country with a low COVID-19 risk, a safe country, you can travel to the Netherlands without restrictions.
Travel to the Netherlands and entry conditions
Are you currently living abroad and do you want to (return) to the Netherlands? Then check this list with 7 points before you leave. For example, whether you have to be quarantined when you arrive in the Netherlands.