Note: This information is no longer current. Since September 17, 2022, there are no longer any corona rules for travelers to the Netherlands. You can travel to the Netherlands without a long-distance relationship statement, proof of vaccination, proof of recovery or negative test result. If you are subject to a visa requirement, you must of course first apply for a Schengen visa.
Travelers from the list of so-called 'safe countries' can still travel to the Netherlands, despite the stricter entry ban.
The list of exception categories for the EU entry ban for the Netherlands has been adjusted on 23-01-2021. This is due to the current developments surrounding the COVID-19 situation in the Netherlands and the rest of the world. Travelers from the list of 'safe countries' are allowed to travel to the Netherlands.
Safe countries (with a low COVID-19 risk)
If you live in a country with a low COVID-19 risk, a safe country, you can travel to the Netherlands. There is no EU entry ban for this. It does not matter what nationality you have or what the purpose of your trip is. If you come from a country with a low COVID-19 risk, a safe country, you do not have to have a negative test result when you travel to the Netherlands.
Safe countries outside the European Union
- Iceland
- Australië
- Japan
- New Zealand
- Rwanda
- Singapore
- South Korea
- Thailand
- China (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau). The EU entry ban applies to China until China also allows European travelers again. Travelers from China do not need to be able to show a negative test statement.
These safe countries can change. So keep an eye on the page for the latest information.
Schengen visa
It goes without saying that travelers who are required to have a visa must have one Schengen visa for short stay and also meet the other regular entry requirements.
Source: Rijksoverheid.nl
