A number of nationalities are allowed to travel to the Netherlands without a visa. You can stay in the Netherlands for a maximum of 90 days without a visa. In 2023, there will be some changes in the area of visa-free travel to Schengen due to the introduction of ETIAS.
Travel documents for citizens from outside the EU
If you do not have the nationality of an EU country and you want to visit the EU or travel within the EU, you will need a passport and, in some cases, a Schengen visa
Marechaussee refused 2.109 travelers last year
Last year, the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee refused more than 2.100 travelers at the border entry to the Netherlands. Most individuals were refused because they could pose a threat to public health.
ETIAS: travel authorization for visa-exempt persons traveling to Schengen
ETIAS is the new EU travel information and authorization system. The system applies to third-country nationals who are exempt from the visa requirement and wish to travel to the Schengen area.
Adjusted entry rules for the Netherlands for travelers outside the EU/Schengen
From 22 December 2021, new rules will apply to travelers from outside the EU/Schengen who depart for the Netherlands. They must always have a negative test result with them.
The Netherlands is tightening entry rules from countries outside Europe
From next Wednesday, stricter entry rules will apply to travelers from countries outside the Schengen area. Travelers from the so-called third countries must then be able to submit a negative test result, even if they have been fully vaccinated or have recently recovered from corona.