Is Netherlands part of Schengen visa?

The Netherlands is a Schengen Area country. The Schengen Area countries have reached agreements with each other on visa policy, asylum policy, and cooperation between their police and judicial authorities.



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If you are the holder of an American 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.

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There is no general requirement that you must enter the Schengen Area through the country that issued your visa. Your main destination may be different than your first destination. To prevent complications, stick to your itinerary as best you can.

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Apply for a visa for France, because you will be staying there the longest.

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US passport holders do not need a visa to enter Europe and are allowed visa-free travel, but this is not for all US passport holders. Additionally, US green card holders need a Schengen visa to travel to Europe as the green card holders are nationals of third countries.

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You do not need a Schengen visa visa to visit the Netherlands if you are:
  • A national of a Schengen area country (the passport-free zone encompassing 27 European countries).
  • A national of a country in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), or from Switzerland.
  • Your country is exempt from a Schengen visa.


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