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Do I need a visa for the Netherlands?

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If you want to travel to the Netherlands, answer several questions to find out whether you need a visa. In some cases you will also need a residence permit. This depends on factors such as your nationality and travel plans.

Information: If you are a national of the Central African Republic (CAR), Chad, Mauritania or Senegal, as of 25 November 2024 you may need an airport transit visa when transferring in the Netherlands.

Check whether you need an airport transit visa

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The result you get is not legally binding. You cannot refer to it as a legal basis at border control or in order to be granted access to your flight. The result only applies to travel to the Netherlands. If you will travel to or through another country, check whether you need a visa for that country.

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