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Netherlands

  • Amsterdam
  • Europe
  • Dutch

At a glance

Netherlands: know before you go

At a glance

Capital
Amsterdam
Population
17,100,715
Area
42,201 km² · 16,294 sq mi
Languages
Dutch
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Time zone
Atlantic Time Zone, Central European Time, Europe/Amsterdam
Calling code
+31
Drives on the
Right
Internet domain
.nl
Landlocked
No, it has a coastline
More facts
Continent
Europe

Member of

  • United Nations

Neighbouring countries

Entry requirements

Netherlands visa requirements

Netherlands entry requirements by passport: of 197 passports, 92 can enter without a visa, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 apply online before they travel and 105 need a visa from an embassy or consulate.

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Visa-free92 passports

Visa required105 passports

Safety

Netherlands safety: is it safe to visit?

Level 2 of 4Exercise Increased Caution

Due to terrorism

US State Dept, updated September 10, 2025. Advisories change: check your own government's travel advice before you go.

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Netherlands: frequently asked questions

Netherlands visa: do I need one?
Netherlands entry requirements by passport: of 197 passports, 92 can enter without a visa, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 apply online before they travel and 105 need a visa from an embassy or consulate.
Netherlands: is it safe to visit?
US State Dept rates Netherlands at level 2 of 4. Exercise Increased Caution: Due to terrorism.
Netherlands: what currency is used?
Currency in Netherlands: Euro (EUR).
Netherlands: what language do people speak?
Languages of Netherlands: Dutch.
Netherlands: what is the capital?
The capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam.

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