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Do I need a visa for Amsterdam from UK?

If you are the holder of a British 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.



As of 2026, British citizens do not need a visa to visit Amsterdam for short-term stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. This is because the United Kingdom currently maintains a visa-waiver agreement with the European Union for tourism and business visits. However, since the UK is no longer a member of the EU, there are several new requirements that travelers must follow. Most notably, you must ensure your passport was issued within the last 10 years and has at least three or six months of validity remaining beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen Area. Furthermore, by 2026, the ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is expected to be fully operational. This means British travelers will need to apply for an online authorization before they travel, which involves a small fee (around €7) and is valid for three years. While not a "visa" in the traditional sense, it is a mandatory pre-travel security check. Upon arrival at Schiphol Airport or via the Eurostar, you will also need to use the non-EU passport lanes and may be asked to show proof of a return ticket and sufficient funds for your stay.

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Travelling to EU countries that are not in the Schengen area You can stay up to 90 days in a 180-day period in each of these countries without a visa. Any time you spend in the Schengen area does not affect the number of days you can spend in these countries.

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Applying for a long-stay visa (MVV) for residents of the United Kingdom. You may need a residence permit if you want to stay in the Netherlands for longer than 90 days. Depending on your nationality and the purpose of your stay you may also need to apply for a long-stay visa before you travel to the Netherlands.

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A short-stay Schengen visa lets you visit the Netherlands and other Schengen countries for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period.

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If you want to stay in the Netherlands for longer than 90 days and you are not a national of an EU country, Liechtenstein, Norway, Iceland or Switzerland, you will need a residence permit. Often, you will also need an authorisation for temporary stay (MVV) to enter the Netherlands.

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Three days is the perfect amount of time to spend in the city. Amsterdam is quite small, so you don't have to be here for a long time to see all the best attractions. If you're wondering what to do in Amsterdam in 3 days, this is the article for you. Here is a list of what to see in Amsterdam in 3 days.

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France and the Netherlands are part of Schengen, UK is not. Travel from London to Paris or London to Amsterdam and you'll have to pass through passport control.

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Schengen started in 1985 with just six countries. The UK opted out of the initiative, having much less interest in scrapping border controls because of its island geography.

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The most popular ferry to Amsterdam from UK sailing is with the Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry, arriving at Ijmuiden, the Amsterdam ferry port. Another way to go by ferry to Amsterdam is with the Hull to Amsterdam ferry, connecting Hull in England with Holland.

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British nationals living in the Netherlands without a residence permit. However, from 1 October 2021 you can no longer legally live and work in the Netherlands without a residence permit. Without a residence permit, you could lose any benefits you receive, or health insurance coverage, for example.

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Spain currently does not have any plans of changing the 90-day rule. Technically, this rule is not under Spanish jurisdiction, as it is a rule that applies to the whole Schengen Area. So even if Spain wanted to change this rule, the change can only be initiated by authorities of the European Union.

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What to Pack for a Trip to Amsterdam
  • Remember to bring earplugs.
  • Keep Maestro cards or cash on hand.
  • Waterproof clothing is essential.
  • Backpacks are handier than wheelie suitcases.
  • Pack comfy shoes for walking and biking.
  • Bring along a travel adapter for your devices.
  • Purchase an OV-chipkaart when you arrive.


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An airport transit visa is generally required if you travel internationally and if you need to transit through a country. Even if you do not intend to leave the airport, you may need an airport transit visa.

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