ThailandCaribbean Netherlands: Visa required

ThailandCaribbean Netherlands

Do Thailand passport holders need a visa for Caribbean Netherlands?

Visa required

Yes. Thailand passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Caribbean Netherlands.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: netherlandsworldwide.nl (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Visa-free access to Caribbean Netherlands130 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Netherlands passport holders visiting Thailand: Visa required.

Caribbean Netherlands drives on the right, the opposite side to Thailand. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Other visa-free destinations for Thailand passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Thailand passport holders need a visa for Caribbean Netherlands?

Yes. Thailand passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Caribbean Netherlands.

What currency is used in Caribbean Netherlands?

United States dollar (USD).

Does Caribbean Netherlands drive on the same side of the road as Thailand?

Caribbean Netherlands drives on the right, the opposite side to Thailand. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

How many countries can enter Caribbean Netherlands without a visa?

130 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Caribbean Netherlands 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.

About Thailand

Thailand, officially the Kingdom of Thailand, and formerly known as Siam, is a country located in Mainland Southeast Asia. It shares land borders with Myanmar to the west and northwest, Laos to the east and northeast, Cambodia to the southeast, and Malaysia to the south. Its maritime boundaries include the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea, and it shares maritime borders with Vietnam, Indonesia, and India. Thailand has a population of nearly 66 million people and covers an area of approximately 513,115 km2. The capital and largest city is Bangkok.

CapitalBangkok

RegionSouth-Eastern Asia

Population71.6M

Area513,120 km²

CurrencyThai baht (1 USD ≈ 33.41 THB)

LanguagesThai

Calling code+66

Drives on theleft

TimezoneBangkok (UTC+7)

Nearest airportDon Mueang International Airport (DMK), 22 km

Emergency number1669 / 191 / 199

UNESCO sites10

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$8,057 (2025)

Tourist arrivals39.9M (2019)

Travel guide

Thailand is among the most visited countries on Earth, and for good reason. You can find thick jungle as green as can be, crystal blue waters that feel more like a warm bath than a swim in the ocean, and food that can curl your nose hairs while tap dancing across your taste buds. Bustling, yet safe; cheap, and equipped with every amenity you need, there is something for every interest and every price bracket, from beachfront backpacker hostels to some of the best luxury hotels in the world.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ayutthaya Historical Park
Ban Chiang
Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex
Historic City of Ayutthaya
Historic Town of Sukhothai and Associated Historic Towns
Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex
Phu Phrabat, a testimony to the Sīma stone tradition of the Dvaravati period
Si Thep historical park
Thungyai-Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuaries
Wat Phra Mahathat

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About Caribbean Netherlands

The Caribbean Netherlands is a geographic region of the Netherlands located outside Europe, in the Caribbean, consisting of three special municipalities. These are the islands of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba, as they are also known in legislation, or the BES islands for short. The islands are officially classified as public bodies in the Netherlands and as overseas territories of the European Union; as such, European Union law does not automatically apply to them.

RegionCaribbean

Area328 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesEnglish, Dutch, Papiamento

Calling code+599

Drives on theright

Climate in Caribbean Netherlands

Warmest September, coolest January, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, September.

Monthly climate normals for Caribbean Netherlands, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	27.8°C	25.1°C	33mm	340h
February	27.9°C	25.1°C	36mm	332h
March	28.1°C	25°C	30mm	359h
April	28.8°C	25.8°C	20mm	343h
May	29.3°C	26.3°C	10mm	378h
June	29.2°C	26.2°C	53mm	365h
July	29.2°C	26.3°C	59mm	372h
August	29.6°C	26.5°C	89mm	355h
September	30.5°C	27.1°C	41mm	336h
October	29.8°C	26.7°C	87mm	335h
November	28.2°C	25.4°C	171mm	316h
December	27.7°C	25.2°C	56mm	341h

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

Caribbean Netherlands refers to three Caribbean islands that are overseas municipalities of the European country of the Netherlands:Bonaire, famous for its dive spots. Sint Eustatius, famous for its tranquility Saba, known for its unique ecosystem

Upcoming public holidays

November 16, 2026Statia Day

December 6, 2026Vlagdag saba

December 25, 2026Kerstmis

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