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The Netherlands updates short-stay border entry guidance

NetherlandsWorldwide says the EES applies to short-stay third-country travelers and advises visitors to allow time for border registration while ETIAS is not yet open.

NetherlandsWorldwide updated its travel requirements guidance on August 24, 2026. The page explains that the Entry/Exit System applies to third-country nationals traveling to the Netherlands for short stays.

Short stays normally follow the 90-day limit in any 180-day period. At the border, eligible travelers may need to have their entry and exit details registered, so travelers should allow additional time for border formalities.

The page also states that ETIAS applications are not yet open. Visa-exempt travelers should not pay or submit information through unofficial websites claiming to accept ETIAS applications.

Source: NetherlandsWorldwide. This page summarizes the official announcement and does not replace an individual visa decision. Requirements can depend on passport type, itinerary, purpose of travel and entry point.Always confirm final requirements with the relevant official authority before booking or travelling.Back to Netherlands policy updates