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Schengen or tourist visa for the Netherlands? A guide on everything you need to know

Kavana Desai

Getting a Schengen or tourist visa for the Netherlands can be easy or difficult, depending on where you come from.

There’s a lot of information available online so here’s an easy-to-read one-stop guide for all the visa options available if you want to visit the Netherlands.

Maybe you live in the Netherlands and have family or friends visiting, or perhaps you’re embarking on a Dutch adventure yourself. Either way, we have all the information you’ll need to get that visa sorted.

Start planning now so that once it’s safe to travel again, you won’t have to scramble with logistics — you’ll be cruising around the canals and tulip gardens before you know it!

Be sure to check the Dutch government’s website for current coronavirus travel recommendations and effects on visa applications .

First things first: which passport do you have?

The type of visa you’ll need not only depends on what you are going to do in the Netherlands but which passport you hold. If you have a passport from any of the countries within the EU/EEA or Switzerland, you will not need any visa to travel to the Netherlands.

However, if you don’t have a passport from these countries (barring a few exceptions), then you will need a visa to travel to the Netherlands.

The Immigration and Naturalisation Services of the Netherlands has a list of countries that come under this rule. Check it before you make your travel plans because for some countries like Australia, Canada, the USA, etc. a visa is not required.

Remember that if you’re exempt from a visa requirement, you can stay in the Netherlands for a maximum of 90 days, spread over a 180 day period.

This rule is different if you have a passport from Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Mauritius, Saint Kitts & Nevis, and Seychelles, according to the IND website. You can stay for three months within a six month period.

Be sure to check the list to see the requirements for your specific country if you plan to visit the Netherlands. You can use the short-stay calculator  to figure out how many days you can stay depending on your nationality.

Types of visas: why are you visiting the Netherlands?

If you’re making travel plans, or if you’re just passing through the airport to get to your next destination, there are different visas that would apply to you.

These visas are for short-term stays, and should not be used in the same capacity as a residence permit. You can stay and travel through the Netherlands for a maximum of 90 days, or just transit through the country.

There are four types of visas:

  • Schengen visa or tourist visa,
  • transit visa,
  • return visa, and
  • MVV authorisation for a temporary stay.

The Schengen visa is the only one which is purely for tourist purposes.

As of late 2022, nationalities including Brits, Americans, Australians, Japanese and Mexicans will require an ETIAS visa waiver to visit the Netherlands or any other EU member state.

This travel document will be valid for 3 years from the date of issue, allow you to visit for up to 90 days in a 6-month period, and will cost €7. You can find out more on a travel visa service like Byevisa .

Schengen or tourist visa for the Netherlands

Do you need a Schengen or tourist visa for the Netherlands?

The Schengen visa is the visa you need to apply for if you have a passport from one of the listed countries, and if you’re coming for tourist purposes, visiting family, or a business trip.

This visa will allow you to stay in the Schengen zone (including the Netherlands) for up to 90 days. These 90 days can be spread over a period of 180 days and allows you to travel through all the Schengen countries .

This is not to be confused with a residence permit and does not allow you to work in the country or any other Schengen country.

It’s always handy to know the local language before you go to a foreign land. Learn a few Dutch words before you come here, and blend in with the locals!

Single or multiple entry: What does your itinerary look like?

If you choose to only travel through the Schengen zone, you can apply for a single entry visa .

This means that once you depart from any of the countries, you will not be allowed to re-enter. Another thing to keep in mind is that if you choose this option, you have to leave the Netherlands and the Schengen zone and will be able to apply for a visa only after 90 days.

If you choose to apply for a multiple entry visa, you will be able to leave the Schengen zone and re-enter without having to apply for another visa.

Remember, the Schengen zone is different from the European Union, so if you’re planning to travel to Bulgaria or the UK, you will need to apply for this type of visa. Did you know that we now have a train that goes from Amsterdam or Rotterdam, all the way to London?

Once you have a tentative plan in place, it’s time to get your documents together and start preparing for your visa application appointment.

What documents do you need for a Schengen visa?

Get your checklist writing shoes on — this is going to be a long one!

Schengen or tourist visa for the Netherlands

  • A valid travel document like a passport which is valid for six months from the date you enter the Netherlands.
  • Two passport photos which meet the Dutch passport photo requirements .
  • Show your travel purpose . You can do this with your hotel reservations or an invitation from a company in the Netherlands. If you’re staying with a friend or family, you will have to submit a form to show proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation .
  • Proof that you can support yourself or anybody else accompanying you for the trip. You can do this submitting bank statements, traveller’s cheques or cash. You need to show you have enough for at least 34 euros a day.
  • Medical insurance that is valid during your trip. It’s also worth considering taking on Schengen travel insurance , but this is not compulsory.
  • Proof of return to your country of origin . You can do this by showing an employer’s declaration, proof of enrolment at a school, that you own your own house, or a return ticket.

How and when do you apply?

After you have all of these documents together, get an appointment at the Dutch embassy where you’re residing (this can be your country of origin or a country where you have a valid residence permit), and pay the visa application fee .

It is recommended that you apply for the visa at least three months before your travel date, and you only reserve (and not finalise your booking) until you have heard back about the decision. The assessment can take anywhere between 15-30 days before you hear back. You can contact your Dutch embassy for an update about your application.

Where do you go to get your visa?

As soon as your visa application has been approved, you have to get another appointment at the Dutch embassy or consulate where you applied and drop off your passport to have the visa sticker stamped. This sticker will tell you the validity of your visa, and an indication of whether it is a multiple or single entry visa.

Once you have this sticker, you’re good to start preparing for your trip!

Have you done everything right and set those travel dates in stone? Find out everything you need to know before you come to the Netherlands for the first time .

Do you have a disability ? Check out the Dutch laws, public transport, and which attractions are accessible (in Amsterdam).

If you’re looking for somewhere tourists don’t frequently go, why not try one of the many national parks  for a hike under the sun?

The Netherlands is a small country, and it is easy to go on  day trips to many places while setting up base in one of the central cities. The country is relatively safe  to visit, and super easy to get around (check our guide for public transport ).

Have you applied for a tourist or Schengen visa? Do you plan to? Tell us in the comments below!

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Check if you need a visa for the Netherlands

You may need a visa to come to the Netherlands to visit, study or work.

  • Which visa do I need to travel to the Netherlands?

How do I apply for a short-stay Schengen visa for the Netherlands?

Short stay, holiday or business visa

You would like to come to the Netherlands for a maximum of 90 days on holiday, or for a family visit or business visit. Find out what you need to do.

In most cases you need a visa to travel to the Netherlands. Go to Netherlandsworldwide.nl and check if you need a visa .

You can travel to the Netherlands and other Schengen countries for a maximum of 90 days without a visa. You will, however, still need to meet the following requirements:

  • You have a valid passport or other travel document. Your passport may not have been issued more than 10 years ago. The passport must also be valid for at least another 3 months after your departure from the Netherlands.
  • You are not a danger to the public order or national security. Or to the international relations of a Schengen country.
  • Costs of return to your country of origin for medical reasons. The country of origin is the country of your nationality.
  • Urgent medical care.
  • Urgent treatment in hospital.
  • You have enough reasons to return to your country of origin, or country of continuous residence. For example, because you work there, have school-age children or your own house. A return ticket alone is not enough. The country of continuous residence is the country where you are allowed to stay for more than 3 months, because you have a valid residence permit there or you are waiting for a decision on a residence application. 

Extra requirements for holiday or family visit

  • You have a travel purpose in the Netherlands. You can show this, for example, with a hotel reservation in the Netherlands. Or with an invitation from a sponsor. This sponsor has a valid residence permit or is a Dutch national.
  • You have enough money for your stay in the Netherlands, and the transit journey or return journey. You have at least €55 per person per day for the duration of the stay. Or someone in the Netherlands guarantees this for you. This can be the sponsor, but also another person. The person giving this guarantee must meet the income requirements .

Extra requirements for business visit

  • o    consultation with or training at a business division located in the Netherlands;
  • o    purchase and sale of products, business payments and offers; 
  • o    going to a trade fair, conference or seminar;
  • o    participation in a cultural or sport event;
  • o    diplomatic visit (diplomats);
  • o    traineeship or study (less than 90 days).
  • You have been invited by a business or organisation. For example a foundation, volunteer organisation or sports club in the Netherlands. The invitation may come from a foreign organisation, but the travel destination must be the Netherlands.

You apply for the visa in the country where you live. For example at the Dutch representation (embassy or consulate). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs decides whether you will receive a Schengen visa.

Applying for a Schengen visa and all information

Go to Netherlandsworldwide.nl for all information about the conditions, the documents you need and how to apply for a Schengen visa .

At the border, the Aliens Police (Aliens Police, Identification and Human Trafficking Department or AVIM) may check whether you meet the requirements.

Collect documents

You may need the following documents for a check:

  • A valid passport or other travel document
  • An option on or (provisional) reservation of a return ticket
  • A copy of proof of travel insurance including cover of medical expenses. This is not compulsory, but it is recommended.

Extra documents for holiday or family visit

  • a reservation for a hotel or other accommodation; 
  • an invitation from the person you will be staying with in the Netherlands.
  • Evidence that you have enough money for your stay in the Netherlands and for the transit journey or return journey. For example 1 or more bank statements, travel cheques or cash. Will someone in the Netherlands guarantee the costs of your travel and accommodation? You can use your own guarantee. Your guarantor can use the form Proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation Bewijs Garantstelling en/of particuliere logiesverstrekking (E) 1310 (PDF, 202.17 KB)
  • Employer’s declaration;
  • proof of registration of your children at a school;
  • proof of title to your own home and/or other immovable property.

Extra documents for a business visit

  • your personal details (name, date of birth, passport number);
  • the reason why you will come to the Netherlands (purpose of travel);
  • the period that you will stay in the Netherlands (with arrival and departure date)
  • information on who is responsible for which costs (plane ticket, hotel, transport, medical insurance);
  • information on where you will stay during your short stay in the Netherlands;
  • statement that the company or organisation will be your sponsor, and that you will return on time to your country of origin or country of continuous residence.
  • a statement by the company that the company will pay all costs of your journey to and stay in the Netherlands. The company may also state this in the invitation letter; 
  • proof of business done previously or pro forma invoices;
  • registration in a commercial register abroad;
  • proof of enough money to make business payments and pay for offers; 
  • copies of bank statements from the last 6 months showing that you have enough money of your own;
  • proof of payment of taxes. 
  • Evidence showing that you have a job in your country of origin or country of continuous residence. For example an employer’s declaration or employment contract.

Have official documents from abroad legalised and translated into Dutch, English, French or German.

You are allowed to stay in the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days within a period of 180 days. Did you stay in the Schengen Area for 90 days in a row? In that case you have to wait 90 days before you can travel to the Schengen Area again. You can also spread the 90 days across the period of 180 days.

Longer duration of stay for certain nationalities

Do you have the nationality of one of the following countries? In that case you will be allowed to stay in the Schengen Area for a maximum of 3 months out of a period of 6 months.

  • Antigua & Barbuda
  • Saint Kitts & Nevis

Short stay calculator

Do you want to know how many days you are allowed to stay in the Schengen Area after your entry? You can calculate this on the website of the European Commission with the short stay calculator . You can also use this tool to plan your journey.  

Do you have a first-degree or second-degree family member in the Netherlands who is terminally ill or has died? And do you want to come to the Netherlands urgently for this? Then you can apply for an urgent visa. The following persons are first-degree or second-degree relatives:

  • Your grandparent, parent, child, brother and sister
  • Your father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law and sister-in-law and brother-in law
  • Your step parent, stepchild, stepbrother and stepsister

Requirements for an urgent visa

  • You have a valid passport or other travel document.
  • You are not a danger to the public order or national security.
  • No alert has been issued for you within the Schengen Area.
  • You can show that you will return to your country of origin.
  • You have enough money for your stay in the Netherlands. Or someone in the Netherlands guarantees this for you.

How to apply for an urgent visa

First have a family member in the Netherlands contact the IND by telephone . You then go to the Dutch representation (embassy or consulate) yourself. There you apply for the urgent visa.

Do you want to work in the Netherlands during your visa-exempt period? Your employer may need a work permit (in Dutch: tewerkstellingsvergunning or TWV). This also applies if you do voluntary work or an unpaid assignment.

Citizen service number

In addition, you may need a citizen service number (in Dutch: burgerservicenummer or BSN). The local council gives you this number when you register in the Register of Non-Residents (in Dutch: Registratie Niet-Ingezetenen or RNI). For more information, visit the website of the local council (in Dutch: gemeente) where you live or work. Or visit the   website of Netherlandswordwide .  

Your Schengen visa or visa-exempt period is about to expire

Is the validity period of your visa or visa-exempt period expiring? Then you must leave the Netherlands and the Schengen area.

Has the period of validity of your visa or visa-exempt period expired? And did you stay in the Netherlands or the Schengen area? Then you can get an entry ban for the territory of the European Union . This does not apply to nationals of the EU and EEA and their family members.

Extend Schengen visa or visa-exempt period

Would you like to stay longer in the Netherlands? This is only possible in special and unexpected situations. The IND can then extend your Schengen visa or visa-exempt period .

Visa extension to more than 90 days for Surinamese people

Do you have Surinamese nationality and are you aged 60 or older? Then, the IND can extend the Schengen Visa or visa-exempt period to more than 90 days . This can be done once per stay.  

Change the Schengen visa from single-entry into multiple entry

Are you already in the Netherlands with a single-entry Schengen visa? But do you want to travel in and out of the Schengen area more often? Then you must have your Schengen visa changed. This is only possible in special and unexpected situations. The IND can then change your Schengen visa from single-entry to multiple-entry .

Object decision on Schengen visa or transit visa

Have you applied to a Dutch representation (embassy or consulate) for a Schengen visa for a short stay in the Netherlands? Or have you applied there for a transit visa for a transit in the Netherlands? And do you disagree with the decision? Find out how you can object to the IND .

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The Netherlands, a land of tulips, is a compact country filled with lots of tourist attractions. Who does not know about Amsterdam and museums filled with Van Gogh’s works? Castles, landscapes, and canals attract many visitors to the Netherlands. If you want to visit this amazing country, you might need a Netherlands Tourist Visa. In this blog, we will explain if you need this visa or not, the requirements, application, fees, validity, FAQs, etc.

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Do you need a Netherlands tourist visa?

If you are going to the Netherlands for Tourism purposes, you might need a Tourist visa. If you need a Netherlands Tourist Visa or not depends on your nationality. The EU/EAA and all Schengen states are free of Netherlands Tourist Visa. The nationals of these countries can travel to the Netherlands for up to 90 days visa-free. Some other countries and states are also exempt from the Netherlands tourist visa. If your nationality does not need a Netherland-short stay visa, you won’t need a tourist visa if you stay up to 90 days.

How to apply for Netherlands Tourist Visa?

Please note being exempt from Netherland’s short-stay visa does not mean being exempt from Netherland’s long-stay visa. If you need to stay longer than 90 days in this country, then you have to apply for a different type of Netherland visa. The Netherlands Tourist Visa only allows you to stay in the country for 90 days in a six months period.

If your nationality DOES NEED a Netherlands short-stay Visa, then you need a Netherlands Tourist Visa. Please note if you need a short-stay visa, you must apply for a Netherlands tourist visa. Your nationality does not matter.

The requirements for a Netherlands tourist visa

Once you know you need a Netherlands Tourist Visa, you must collect all requirements to apply for it. The required documents for a Netherlands Tourist Visa are as follows:

Netherlands Tourist Visa application form . You must complete it with the appropriate information according to your documents. You can download it from the Netherlands embassy or consulate website in your home country. You should also mention your phone number and email address in the application form. The Dutch embassy or consulate will contact you through them.

Photo . Two photos of you are needed to get recognized. They must get taken in the past three months with a clear background.

Passport . It must be valid for three months over the date you will return from the Netherlands. It mustn’t be older than ten years ago either. At least it must have two blank pages in it too. If you have had other passports, you should provide a copy of their personal details page. Your photos must not scan from, stapled, or used in the previous visa.

Proof of accommodation . This document proves where you will stay in the Netherlands. It could be a:

  • Hotel reservation
  • Rental agreement
  • Document proving you will stay with your host.

Travel itinerary . It is a travel reservation under your name to the Netherlands.

Proof you will go back to your home country . You must prove to the Dutch officials that you will go back to your home country once you have finished your visit. You must do it through a legal document. It could be:

  • A document that proves your children or you are attending school in your country.
  •  An employment contract.
  • A document that proves your property in your country.
  • A declaration from your employer.

Health insurance . The Dutch government (all Schengen states) cares about health a lot. You have to buy health insurance to cover your medical expenses in the Netherlands and all Schengen countries. It must cover your expenses of 30.000 EUR.

Evidence to have enough funds . You must state that you have enough money to cover your expenses in the Netherlands. Bank statements for the past six months will suffice. If your host covers your expenses, he/she must state the financial documents.

Cover letter . You state your name, designation, passport number, the purpose of your trip, and duration to the Dutch government.

If you will be visiting your friends or relatives:

  • Invitation letter from him/her
  • Inviter’s ID passport or PR
  • Proof of Address like any Electricity bill, any Utility bill, etc.

If someone else will sponsor your trip to the Netherlands:

  • Sponsorship letter.
  • A copy of the residence permit
  • Sponsor’s national ID proof like Passport, PAN Card, or Resident permit.
  • Updated bank statements for the last three months.
  • The past month’s Income tax returns.

The requirements for minors:

  • The passport photocopy of both parents.
  • Written formal permission leave signed by both parents.
  • If one of the parents is dead or divorced, a death certificate or permission leave.

Learn how to immigrate to the Netherlands as a pilot by reading our article.

Required Documents based on employment status:

If employed.

  • Contract of employment
  • Bank statement for the past six months
  • Permission leave from your employer.
  • Income Tax Return (ITR)

If self-employed

  • A copy of your business registration/business license
  • Bank statements of your company for the past six months.
  • Proof of enrolment
  • A no-objection letter from your school, university, or educational academy
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  • Bank statements from the last six months

What is the application process for a Netherlands tourist visa

The process you have to go through to get a Netherlands tourist visa is as follows:

Step 1. Figure out if you need a visa or not

As we explained above, you should find out whether you need a visa or not. If your nationality needs a short-stay visa for Netherland, then you have to get one. If you are staying longer than 90 days, then you have to apply for a visa.

Step 2. Complete the application form

You should download the Netherland tourist visa application form from the Dutch embassy or consulate you apply at. Then, you should complete, print, sign, and date it. Keep it until you deliver it to the Dutch officials during your appointment.

Step 3. Gathering Requirements.

You have to collect all the required documents from the Dutch embassy or consulate, as we explained above. Please note that the Furth authorities can ask for more documents, and you have to obey.

Step 4. Schedule an appointment

Once you gathered all the requirements, book an appointment to:

  • The Dutch consulate/embassy in your home country
  • A visa center authorized by the Dutch government
  • The Dutch embassy, consulate, or a visa center in a neighboring country

Step 5. Attend appointment

When the time for the appointment comes, you should attend it in person. Wear conventional clothes (a bit formal would be better) and don’t be late. Submit all the requirements along with the application form. Then pay the fee for visa processing. It is 80 EUR. Now you have to go through an interview. Please note that the fate of your visa depends on this interview. The Dutch visa officer will ask you a few questions about your history, resume, and the purpose of your visit to the Netherlands. Be friendly, strong, and give honest answers.

Step 6. Wait for the processing

Now you have to wait until your application gets processed. It often takes two weeks for a Netherland tourist visa to get processed. If your application gets accepted, the Dutch officials will send it to your address. If it gets denied, they will send you a letter explaining the reason.

Netherlands tourist visa validity

The Netherlands Tourist Visa is valid for only 90 days in six months. Yet, the times you can enter the Netherlands depends on the type of visa; the authorities grant you:

Single-entry. You may only enter the Netherlands one time for six months.

Double-entry, you have the right to enter the Netherlands two times.

Multiple-entry. You can enter the Netherlands as many times as you want for six months.

The type of entry visa you will receive depends on the Dutch decision and your case.

How long does it take to get a Netherlands tourist visa?

It often takes about two weeks for a Netherlands Tourist Visa to get processed. Yet, depending on the Dutch embassy workload or political circumstances, it might take up to 30 or even 60 days.

Can you extend a Netherlands tourist visa?

You CAN NOT EXTEND a Netherlands Tourist Visa. It is only valid for 90 days. YET, in some special emergency or humanitarian cases, you can extend it. Please note that you must have a compelling reason to convince the Dutch authorities and stay in the Netherlands.

Can you apply for a Permanent Residence with a Netherlands tourist visa?

You have no right to apply for a Permanent Residence with a Netherland tourist visa. This visa only allows you to stay in the country for up to 90 days for tourism and visiting purposes.

Do you have to buy Health Insurance for a Netherlands tourist visa?

YES. You have to buy health insurance valid for the Netherlands and all Schengen states. It must cover your medical expenses for 30.000 EUR.

Can you work in Switzerland on  a tourist visa?

NOT AT ALL. You have no right to get a paid job in the Netherlands under a tourist visa. Please note that violating EU or Schengen rules will have heavy consequences.

f you need to work in Switzerland, you can apply for a work visa.

Netherland tourist visa costs

The cost for a Netherland tourist visa is 80 EUR. The cost for 6-12 children is 40 EUR and under six children are free.

Netherlands Tourist Visa Interview Questions

During your visa appointment, the Dutch visa officer will ask you a few questions about your history and the purpose of your visit. They might include:

  • The place you live
  • Previous studies
  • Marital status
  • Does anyone will travel with you
  • Financial means
  • scholarship or sponsorship
  • The reason you have chosen Sweden, university, or course
  • The plans for further studies
  • will you return to your home country after your studies
  • Your plans after finishing your studies
  • Your hobbies.
  • Your children, etc.

Let’s sum up…

In this blog, we explained all about the Netherlands tourist visa.

The people who need and don’t need it, requirements, the application process, validity, fees, FAQs, got covered.

You can find all the Netherlands visa information in the world here. To find out more about the visa that suits you, go through the menu of the site. You can find all types of Netherlands visas on the left sidebar Including Netherlands business visas, Medical visas, etc.

You can check the visa Library to find more information about other countries’ visas.

In case you have some experience, please write it down in the comment section. Your comments let the readers choose better and avoid mistakes. Conveying your experiences as comments is a great help for applicants.

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Hawaii is the latest destination to consider taxing visitors to help address the effects of climate change and overtourism, two issues that are particularly front of mind in the Aloha State following the devastating Lahaina fire .

The so-called climate tax is part of a bill first introduced in January that could pass as early as this spring. If approved, visitors to Hawaii would be charged a $25 flat fee during check-in at hotels and short-term rentals. The money would go onto support sustainability initiatives in the state including wildfire and flood prevention, coral reef restoration, emergency water supplies, green infrastructure, and coastal restoration.

The concept of tourist tax isn’t a new one. They have long been the norm for many countries in Europe such as Greece, Spain, and Germany, and hotel tax is standard across many destinations, including US states. The impact of the pandemic on the travel industry was severe—hotels, restaurants and hospitality venues closed, people that relied on tourism for their livelihoods suddenly faced huge losses, and money that the government relied on for development and maintenance was depleted. As a result, many countries have decided to implement a tourist tax to help support local needs. Below, we take a look at what exactly tourist tax is, and which places are introducing the measure for 2024.

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Bhutan's tourist tax (one of the most expensive fees on the list) recently decreased from $200 to $100 per night.

What is tourist tax?

Originally, tourist tax was introduced by certain governments with the aim of tempering overtourism and generating income from large numbers of travelers entering the destination. Bhutan , for example, has asked tourists to pay a significant sum of money to enter since it opened to international visitors in 1974. The country uses the tax (called the Daily Sustainable Development Fee) in an attempt to preserve the country’s natural, undisturbed beauty and to protect traditional Buddhist culture . Barcelona , meanwhile, uses the city’s tourist tax to fund local construction and development projects. Most tourist taxes are added onto the cost of your accommodation in the form of a percent or flat fee.

Which destinations will begin imposing tourist taxes in 2024?

  • This January, Iceland reintroduced its tourist tax following a pandemic hiatus.
  • The Indonesian government began taxing travelers visiting Bali from February 14, 2024.
  • In 2024, the UK is imposing a new system called an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), whereby visitors from the US, Europe, Australia, and Canada will be required to apply for permission and pay to enter the country.
  • Pro tip: Next year, the EU will begin implementing a new tourist visa , whereby non-EU citizens traveling from outside the Schengen zone will need to fill out a €7 (around $7.57) application to enter the country.

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Bali started charging tourists a $10 entrance fee on February 14, 2024.

Which destinations currently impose tourist tax?

The below destinations currently impose tourist taxes on travelers entering the country, but the amount of tax charged changes frequently. While we have included some guidance on projected costs, make sure you check with your accommodation or the tourism board for each destination before traveling.

  • Austria : The cost of tourist tax is typically added onto your accommodation bill, and is around 3.2% in Vienna.
  • Belgium : In Brussels, the tourist tax is typically below $5 and is added onto your accommodation bill, but it varies from city to city.
  • Bhutan : Visitors to Bhutan are required to pay a daily Sustainable Development Fee of $100 per person.
  • Bulgaria : Tourist tax in Bulgaria varies on destination and hotel standard, but it is usually below $2.
  • Caribbean islands: Most of the Caribbean islands charge tourist tax, and the price ranges depending on the island–in St Lucia, for example, it is around 8%, whereas in the Dominican Republic it is 18%.
  • Croatia : The cost of tourist tax in Croatia depends on the season you are traveling in and where you are staying.
  • Czech Republic: In Prague , tourist tax typically costs around CZK 50 per night (around $2).
  • France : Tourist tax here is based on a municipal rate, but the standard cost is typically under $6 a night. As of this January, the nightly visitor fee in Paris has increased to between $3 and $17, dependent on hotel type.
  • Germany : It varies from city to city–in Berlin , the standard tourist tax is 5% of the accommodation price.
  • Greece : The price you pay in Greece depends on the standard and size of your accommodation. It shouldn’t be more than $5 per night.
  • Hungary : Travelers should expect to pay around 4% of the cost of accommodation per night.
  • Iceland: The newly reintroduced fee applies to travelers staying at campsites (about $2), hotels (about $4), and cruises (about $7).
  • Italy: Venice will begin charging tourists a €5 nightly fee (about $5.50) in 2024.
  • Indonesia: Starting on February 14, travelers will have to pay 150,000 rupiah (around $10) upon entering Bali .
  • Italy : Depending on the city, tourist tax can be somewhere between $1 and $8 per night.
  • Japan : If you’re traveling to Japan, expect to pay 1,000 yen (about $6.65) in tourist tax.
  • Malaysia : In 2023, the cost of tourist tax across Malaysia was approximately $2 per night.
  • New Zealand: Travelers visiting New Zealand have to pay an International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) which costs $35 NZD (about $22).
  • Portugal : The country charges tourist tax in 13 cities, including Lisbon and Porto . The cost is about $2 per night.
  • Thailand : The tourist tax for travelers visiting Thailand is 300 baht (about $8) for visitors arriving by air and 150 baht (about $4) for those arriving by land or water.
  • The Netherlands : Amsterdam is one of Europe’s most expensive places for tourist tax–currently the rate states at 7% of accommodation price plus a flat rate of €3 (about $3.24) per person per night.
  • Switzerland : The price varies depending on the destination, and it ranges from about CHF 2 (about $2.30) to CHF 7 (about $8) per person per night.
  • Slovenia : Again, the rate changes from destination to destination (it is higher in cities than in more rural areas), but generally the cost is around €3 (about $3.24).
  • Spain : Several cities in Spain have recently decided to raise the price of tourist tax, and other cities are in discussions about following suit. In Barcelona, the fee is €4 (about $4.30), whereas in the Balearic Islands the fee is between €1 (about $1.10).
  • USA: When traveling to the US, visitors need to apply for an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization), which is a type of visa allowing travellers to stay in the country for up to 90 stays. It is valid for two years. The cost of an ESTA is $21. A version of this article was originally published on Condé Nast Traveller UK .

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China just made it a lot easier for Americans to visit

W hile holders of an American passport are currently able to visit 183 of the world's 227 countries and travel destinations without a visa, the People's Republic of China has never been one of them. 

The nation of 1.4 billion is home boasts major world sights like the Great Wall and the Summer Palace but is ruled by a government that is notoriously distrustful of international tourists. Long before the country completely closed off amid to the covid-19 pandemic and saw its diplomatic relations with the U.S. plummet to a decades-long low, American tourists interested in coming to the country had to submit extensive documentation of where they planned to stay and what they hoped to visit.

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The latter is about to change as China looks to jump-start its tourism industry from the standstill that came after the country enacted some of the strictest lockdowns in the world amid the covid-19 pandemic.

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The United States Chinese Embassy announced that, as of Jan. 1, 2024, Americans who want to come to the country for a brief visit will no longer need to submit proof of a round-trip air ticket, hotel reservation and itinerary or invitation from a local individual or organization in order to obtain a tourist visa.

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Instead, interested travelers can submit the usual application at a Chinese visa office in the U.S. and plan a trip after approval. According to the embassy, each application will be evaluated on a "case-by-case basis."

"To further facilitate people-to-people exchanges between China and the United States ... the Chinese Embassy and Consulates-General in the United States will simplify application documents required for tourist visa (L-visa)," the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the United States of America said in a statement. "Tourist visa applicants within the United States will no longer be required to submit round-trip air ticket booking record, proof of hotel reservation, itinerary or invitation letter."

The slightly less demanding application process (obtaining a Chinese visa will still require one to submit everything from proof of work and residence to passport-sized photos to the embassy) has also been approved for citizens of France, Germany, Italy, Malaysia, Spain and the Netherlands while the Chinese government has also expanded the number of countries to which it grants visa-free transit to 54.

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But even with the simplified rules, the United States and China are at a particularly tense point in what has long been a very rocky relationship. 

Everything from increased concerns over government data collection through the wildly popular social media platform TikTok over "spy balloons" floating through U.S. airspace and differing views on wars in Ukraine and the Middle East have come together to create an increasingly strenuous relationship between the two countries. 

The U.S. Department of State currently has  China under the Level Three “reconsider travel” largely due to "arbitrary enforcement of local laws" and the "risk of wrongful detentions" of citizens of countries the Chinese government considers unfriendly. 

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Applying for a Schengen visa for the Netherlands in Canada

If you will be visiting the Netherlands for a maximum of 90 days – for a holiday, to do business or to see family, for example – you can apply for a Schengen visa. Follow the steps below to apply in Canada.

Step 1: Check before applying

Before starting your application, check whether you need a visa for the Netherlands and, if so, where you can apply for it.

Do I need a visa?

If you are the holder of a Canadian passport, you do not need a visa to visit the Netherlands.

If you have a different nationality and are unsure what the visa requirements are, check whether you need a visa to visit the Netherlands . 

If you plan on applying for a Schengen visa for Luxembourg, check with the embassy of Luxembourg to find out what visa requirements apply to you. 

Don’t need a visa?

If you don’t need a visa for the Netherlands, see what documents you do need to travel to the Netherlands.

Check what you need to travel to the Netherlands

Where can I apply for a visa?

You can apply for a Schengen visa for the Netherlands in Canada at:

  • the VFS Global application centre in Edmonton, Toronto or Vancouver
  • the Netherlands embassy in Ottawa

If you want to apply for a Schengen visa for Luxembourg, you can only submit your application at the VFS Global application centre in Vancouver.

You can only submit an application at the Netherlands’ visa application locations in Canada if you live in Canada.

If you live somewhere else, go to the page Applying for a Schengen visa and select the country where you live to find out where to submit your application. If you still want to submit your application in Canada, first check if that’s possible.

Check whether you can apply for a visa outside your country of residence

I want to visit more than one Schengen country

If you want to visit another Schengen country besides the Netherlands, check whether you should apply for a visa for the Netherlands or the other country.

Find out which Schengen country you should apply for a visa for

Step 2: Gather the documents you need

You need several documents to apply for a Schengen visa. Which ones you need depends on your purpose of travel.

Which documents do I need?

On the VFS Global website you’ll find a checklist with the documents you need based on your purpose of travel.

Find out which documents you need

Family member of an EU/EEA national or Swiss national?

If you are travelling with a family member who is a national of an EU/EEA member state or Switzerland, or you’re travelling to visit that family member, you may be eligible for free Schengen visa facilitation.

Find out whether you are eligible for visa facilitation

Step 3: Make an appointment

Once you have all the documents you need for your Schengen visa application, you can make an appointment. You can apply for your visa up to 6 months ahead of your trip. Apply no later than 45 days before your trip.

How do I make an appointment?

Make an appointment online at VFS Global in Canada

Make an appointment at the Netherlands embassy in Ottawa

  • Making an appointment is free of charge. Do not make an appointment with an intermediary because they will charge you money.
  • If you are applying for visas for multiple people, make a separate appointment for each person.

Can someone else submit my application for me?

You must appear in person at your appointment to submit your application, even if you’re under 18.

You don’t need to appear in person to submit your application if:

  • you have applied in person for a Schengen visa within the past 5 years (59 months), and:
  • you submitted a photo with that application, and:
  • your fingerprints were taken for that application (only applies if you are 12 or older).

If you meet all 3 conditions, you can have someone else submit your application for you. The appointment must be under the name of the person submitting your application.

If you are not certain whether VFS Global or the embassy has your fingerprints on record, you should submit your application in person. Neither VFS Global nor the embassy can check this for you.

How can I change or cancel my appointment?

To change or cancel your appointment at VFS Global, contact VFS Global in Canada .

If you made an appointment at the embassy, you will receive a confirmation by email. The email contains a link that you can use to change or cancel your appointment. 

Step 4: Go to your appointment

Go to your appointment, and bring all the documents on your checklist from step 2 with you, plus the checklist itself.

See the address of VFS Global in Canada

See the address of the embassy in Ottawa

What happens at my appointment?

At your appointment you:

  • submit the documents that are on your checklist, together with your passport
  • provide your fingerprints (only if you are 12 or older)
  • answer questions about your trip
  • pay the visa fees
  • indicate whether you want to collect your passport (with visa affixed) or have it sent to you
  • receive a reference or tracking number to track the status of your application

How much does a visa cost?

See the overview of consular fees in Canada to find out how much a visa costs and what forms of payment are accepted. In some situations you are not required to pay.

Find out in which situations you do not need to pay the visa fee

You will always need to pay service costs to VFS Global.

How long will it take for my application to be processed?

You’ll usually find out within 15 calendar days whether your application was successful. Sometimes it can take longer and may take up to 45 calendar days.

Find out more about processing times for a visa application

How can I track the status of my application?

If you submit your application at VFS Global, you’ll receive a reference number that you can use to track the status of your application online .

If you submit your application at the embassy, you'll receive a tracking number that you can use to track the status of your application online .

Step 5: Collect your passport or have it sent to you

You will receive an email once your application has been processed. The email won’t say whether your application was successful. You can collect your passport or have it sent to you. If your application was approved, the visa will be affixed to a page in your passport.

Having your passport sent to you

For applicants at vfs global.

If you choose to have your passport sent to you, you’ll discuss at your appointment how to arrange this.

For applicants at the embassy

​​ Find out how to have your passport sent to you

Collecting your passport

If you choose to collect your passport, you’ll discuss at your appointment when you can collect it. You can also have someone else collect your passport for you.

If you collect your passport yourself, bring the following with you:

  • a valid form of ID
  • the proof of payment provided by VFS Global

If someone else collects your passport for you, they must bring the following with them:

  • a signed letter from you authorising them to collect your passport

​​​​​​ You can collect your passport on any of the following days:

  • Monday: 13:00 - 15:00
  • Tuesday: 13:00 - 15:00
  • Thursday: 13:00 - 15:00
  • Friday: 13:00 - 15:00

You do not need to make an appointment.

Find out the address and closing days of the embassy

Check the information on your visa

Check whether the information on your visa is correct. Your name and the visa’s validity period, for example.

Find out more about the information on your visa

If any of the information is incorrect or you can’t use the visa, for example because the period of validity is later than the dates of the plane tickets in your application, contact the Netherlands embassy in Ottawa.

Email the Netherlands embassy

What if my application was refused?

If your application wasn’t approved, you’ll receive a letter stating why. If you disagree with this decision, you have several options.

Find out what you can do if your visa application was refused

Step 6: Prepare for your trip

With your Schengen visa you can travel to the Netherlands or another Schengen country. You must show the visa upon departure and arrival.

Border control may also ask you for other documents. Find out what other documents you need in the checklist for travelling to the Netherlands.

Check what you need for travel to the Netherlands

Do you have a question about applying at VFS Global?

Contact VFS Global in Canada

Do you have a question about applying at the embassy?

Contact the Netherlands embassy

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