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Netherlands passport

Visa requirements for ordinary passport holders, tourism. Data as of October 14, 2026.

Netherlands passport holders can travel to 194 destinations without arranging a visa in advance. That is 145 visa-free, 27 with a visa on arrival, and 22 with an electronic travel authorisation. 20 more offer an e-visa; 34 require a visa before you travel. This puts the Netherlands passport 3rd of 199 worldwide.

145 visa-free
27 on arrival
22 eTA
20 e-visa
34 visa required
#3 global rank

Visa-free

145 destinations

Enter on a valid passport, no visa.

Visa on arrival

27 destinations

A visa is issued at the border.

Electronic travel authorisation (eTA)

22 destinations

Quick online approval before departure.

e-Visa

20 destinations

Apply and get approved online before travel.

Visa required in advance

34 destinations

Arrange a visa before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Netherlands passport holders visit visa-free?

194 out of 248 destinations covered, without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA). 20 more offer an e-visa; 34 require a visa before travel.

Where can Netherlands passport holders travel without a visa?

The country-by-country list below shows where Netherlands passport holders can travel visa-free, get a visa on arrival, use an eTA, apply for an e-visa, or need a visa in advance. 194 destinations are currently in the easier-access group.

Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa?

It depends on the destination. Some destinations are visa-free or offer a visa on arrival or eTA; 20 offer an e-visa, while 34 require a visa before travel. Check the destination-specific entry rule and official authority before departure.

How can I check the latest visa requirements for a Netherlands passport?

Use the destination list and visa requirement pages on this site as a starting point. The Netherlands passport data is dated October 14, 2026; rules can change and may depend on nationality, residence, travel purpose, passport validity, or length of stay. Confirm the result with the destination's official immigration authority or consulate.

What is the Netherlands passport ranked?

3rd of 199 passports worldwide, by number of visa-free-or-easier destinations.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Netherlands

The Netherlands, also informally known as Holland, is a country in Northwestern Europe, with overseas territories in the Caribbean. It is the largest of the four constituent countries of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Netherlands consists of twelve provinces and three overseas special municipalities. European Netherlands has land borders with Germany to the east and with Belgium to the south, and a coastline to the north and west. It shares maritime borders with the United Kingdom, Germany, and Belgium in the North Sea. The official language is Dutch, with West Frisian as a secondary official language in the province of Friesland. Dutch, English, and Papiamento are official in the Caribbean territories. People from the Netherlands are referred to as Dutch.

CapitalAmsterdam

RegionWestern Europe

Population18.1M

Area41,850 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesDutch

Calling code+31

Drives on theright

TimezoneAmsterdam (UTC+2)

Nearest airportAmsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 11 km

Emergency number112

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$73,684 (2025)

Tourist arrivals7.3M (2020)

Climate in Amsterdam

Warmest August, coolest December, driest May, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for Amsterdam, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	8.5°C	4.2°C	58mm	107h
February	9.2°C	4.9°C	133mm	143h
March	9.6°C	3.3°C	46mm	250h
April	15.4°C	5.3°C	23mm	340h
May	17.1°C	7.9°C	20mm	408h
June	20.7°C	13.2°C	72mm	330h
July	19.9°C	12.8°C	93mm	347h
August	23.9°C	16.1°C	100mm	346h
September	19.4°C	11.4°C	69mm	283h
October	14°C	9°C	145mm	165h
November	12.1°C	6.2°C	54mm	156h
December	7.6°C	3°C	111mm	94h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Netherlands is a charming small country in the low-lying river delta of northwestern Europe. Its landscape of famously flat lands, much of it reclaimed from the sea, is dotted with windmills, blooming tulip fields and picturesque villages. The modern architecture and urban environments of quite a few cities are also becoming internationally prominent. With over 17 million people living in a relatively small area, this is a densely populated modern European country. Still, even the largest of its cities have retained elements of a laid-back, small-town atmosphere, and most are packed with historic heritage, for which there is much local pride.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Eerste Kerstdag

December 26, 2026Tweede Kerstdag

January 1, 2027Nieuwjaarsdag

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