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Sint MaartenEswatini: Visa-free

Sint MaartenEswatini

Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Eswatini?

Visa-free

No. Netherlands passport holders do not need a visa to visit Eswatini for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Sint Maarten does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Netherlands passport. See the Netherlands passport.

Source: gov.sz (checked July 16, 2025).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Visa-free access to Eswatini133 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Eswatini passport holders visiting Sint Maarten: Visa required.

Eswatini drives on the left, the opposite side to Sint Maarten. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Eswatini?

No. Netherlands passport holders do not need a visa to visit Eswatini for tourism.

What currency is used in Eswatini?

Swazi lilangeni (SZL).

What is the emergency number in Eswatini?

933 / 977 / 999.

Does Eswatini drive on the same side of the road as Sint Maarten?

Eswatini drives on the left, the opposite side to Sint Maarten. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Eswatini in?

Mbabane (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Mbabane?

King Mswati III International Airport (SHO), about 31 km away.

How many countries can enter Eswatini without a visa?

133 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Eswatini visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

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.