Netherlands visa requirements for Emirati citizens

VISA-FREE · 90d

Visa-free · up to 90 days

Maximum stay: 90 days per entry

Verified against European Commission - EU common visa policy (Regulation 2018/1806, Annex I/II) · last checked 2026-06-10 · Official source ↗

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Passport validity requirement

Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure date.

Additional: Passport must also have been issued within the previous 10 years.

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Netherlands visa FAQ for Emirati citizens

Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Netherlands?

No. United Arab Emirates passport holders can enter Netherlands visa-free for up to 90 days.

What passport validity is required to enter Netherlands?

Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure date. Additional requirement: Passport must also have been issued within the previous 10 years.

Where can I find the official visa rules for Emirati citizens entering Netherlands?

The official source is European Commission - EU common visa policy (Regulation 2018/1806, Annex I/II) (https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen-borders-and-visa/visa-policy_en). We last verified this information on 2026-06-10.

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Visa rules change without notice. Always confirm with the embassy, consulate or the official government source linked above before you book or travel.

Each answer shows when we last verified it against the official source. Entries we have not verified yet are labeled as dataset-only.