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Netherlands passport · 2026

Where can Netherlands passport holders travel without a visa?

Netherlands passport holders can visit 148 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, 37 with an online ETA or e-Visa, and need a visa issued in advance for 13.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Visa and Trips / MERN SolutionsLast updated Open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17) + verified entries

Visa-free (122)

No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.

Visa on arrival (26)

You get the visa at the border. Bring cash/card for the fee, a photo and your onward ticket.

eTA / ETA required (12)

A quick electronic travel authorization must be approved before you fly.

e-Visa required (25)

Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport.

Embassy visa required (13)

A visa must be issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center.

FAQ

How many countries can Netherlands passport holders visit without a visa?

122 destinations are visa-free and 26 offer a visa on arrival, 148 in total, according to the open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17). Another 12 require an online ETA and 25 an e-Visa.

Which countries need an embassy visa for Netherlands citizens?

13 destinations require a visa issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center, for example Afghanistan, Algeria, Central African Republic, Congo, Eritrea.

Can Visa and Trips apply for my visa?

Yes, for destinations that need an online e-Visa or ETA, we prepare and check your application and submit it, for one all-in price per traveler. Embassy visas, visa on arrival and visa-free trips need no online application, so for those we show the requirements only. Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government site.

Important, private service

Visa and Trips is a private visa-assistance service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government or embassy. Prices are all-in totals that include government fees where applicable and our service fee. Approval decisions are made solely by the relevant authorities.

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