Are masks required in Amsterdam airport?

Do I have to wear a face mask at Schiphol? No, you are no longer required to wear a face mask as of 21 May 2022. If you would prefer to wear a face mask at the airport, you can of course do so.



As of February 2026, masks are not required at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for the general public. Like most major European hubs, Schiphol transitioned to a "mask-optional" environment following the stabilization of global health protocols. However, there is a major caveat: the airline's rules take precedence. While you can walk through the terminal, security, and the "Schiphol Plaza" shopping area without a mask, certain international airlines may still require them during boarding or for the duration of the flight, especially if the destination country has specific health mandates. In 2026, Schiphol still maintains high-tech hygiene measures, such as "UV-C" sanitization for security trays and numerous hand-sanitizing stations. If you have flu-like symptoms, the Dutch Ministry of Health (RIVM) strongly "advises" wearing a high-quality (FFP2) mask as a courtesy to other travelers, but there is no legal enforcement or "mask police" present in the airport for healthy individuals.

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If you are transferring on a connecting flight to a non-Schengen or non-EU destination, and you stay in the transfer area at Schiphol and depart within 48 hours, make sure you have a valid flight ticket and valid travel documents so that you are able to prove that you are in transit.

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You won't be going through customs at Schiphol until you return from your trip. Unless you're travelling to another Schengen country, you'll be going through passport control after the security check.

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It depends on how your ticket was booked. If your flights were booked under one ticket, your bags will be checked through to your final destination. If your flights were booked under separate tickets, you will need to collect your bags and recheck them before your connecting flight.

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The minimum required transfer time at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is usually around 50 minutes. Please note, though, that if you travel to a non-Schengen country, you'll need to go through additional security checks, which might require more time.

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Do you have to go through security again for connecting flight? Yes, passengers usually have to re-clear security for connecting flights. It is recommended that travelers allow enough extra time before their connecting flight to pass through security and customs again.

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You'll need to pick-up your luggage, then check it in again for the next flight. Top Tip: A wait at the airport between two connecting flights is called a layover. For more travel advice, check out our guide to dealing with a short layover.

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Schiphol is the biggest airport in the Netherlands, and the 4th largest in Europe. The airport is built as one large terminal split into 3 large departure halls.

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Where Masks Are Required. Masks or face coverings are required on Delta flights only where required by the laws of the flight origin and/or destination, including local governments or foreign countries or territories. This may include requiring masks on board or in the airport gate area or lounges.

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Yes, CDC recommends travelers wear a mask throughout their travel journey. Travelers may be asked to adjust their mask for identity verification or remove it briefly if it alarms the security screening equipment.

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What is a good connection time? Travel advisers say there's a lot to take into account when booking connecting flights, but a general rule of thumb is 60-90 minutes between domestic flights and at least two to three hours for international itineraries.

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If a delay in your first flight is the reason you're missing your connection, don't worry too much. Usually, most airlines will rebook you on the next flight, and that too for free. Although, you might have to fly on standby depending on seat availability.

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Most of the time, your baggage will be automatically sent to your connecting flight. The only exception is if you're travelling on two separate tickets. In that case, your baggage will be delivered to baggage reclaim area. All you need to do is collect your baggage from the carousel and check it in again.

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Unlike many of the largest hub airports in the world, Amsterdam features a single terminal divided into three departure halls, which are simply numbered as 1, 2, and 3. The single terminal allows passengers to walk between their gates and avoid long wait times for transfer options.

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Airlines will transfer your checked bags if a codeshare or interline agreement exists between them. You can find out what agreements your airline has by visiting their website.

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If you checked a bag, you'll have to collect it from baggage claim from the international flight. You'll need to clear customs and immigration.

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