Netherlands
Canals, windmills, tulips and vibrant cities.
Good to know
You can travel without a visa to the Schengen area, which includes the Netherlands, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period…
The Netherlands follows Schengen area rules. Your passport must: have a ‘date of issue’ less than 10 years before the date you arrive – if you renewed your passport before 1 October 2018, it might have a date of issue that is more than 10…
The European Union’s (EU) new Entry/Exit System (EES) is now being implemented across the Schengen area…
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of the Netherlands. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty…
Exercise a high degree of caution. Latest change: Entry and exit requirements section – updated information on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS).
Königreich der Niederlande: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise
Tap water is safe to drink in all major cities.
Bikes have priority, look both ways and use bike lanes.
Public transport is reliable, use an OV-chipkaart or contactless payment.
Local knowledge
Contributed by guides, operators and creators on the ground. Community advice, kept separate from official sources.
Visit Keukenhof in mid-April for full blooms, but go early in the morning to beat the crowds.
Take a train to Utrecht, beautiful canals, great food, and less touristy than Amsterdam.
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Frequently asked questions
You can travel without a visa to the Schengen area, which includes the Netherlands, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. This applies if you travel: (UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, for British citizen passport holders)
The Netherlands follows Schengen area rules. Your passport must: (UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, for British citizen passport holders)
For details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Netherlands guide. (UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, for British citizen passport holders)
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of the Netherlands. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. (UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, for British citizen passport holders)
Global Affairs Canada currently states: “Netherlands: Exercise a high degree of caution” (advisory level 2 of 4). Always check the original advisory before travelling.
Currency: EUR. Languages: Dutch. Capital: Amsterdam.
Travel information last reviewed 12 August 2026. Compiled from Netherlands Government Travel Advice, IATA Timatic, Holland.com (NBTC), Open-Meteo and datakyte Travel Intelligence. Always confirm entry rules and safety guidance with official government sources before you travel.
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