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title: Netherlands visa for citizens of Canada
description: Citizens of Canada can visit the Netherlands without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-08-16
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# Netherlands visa for citizens of Canada

Citizens of Canada can visit the Netherlands without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free · Short-stay Schengen visa exemption
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Credit card or cash sufficient for stay

## How to apply

1. **Book travel** — Arrange flights and accommodation within the 90/180-day limit.
2. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid and gather any requested proof (onward ticket, funds, insurance).
3. **Travel to the Netherlands** — On arrival, present your Canadian passport at the border for stamping.
4. **Comply with stay limits** — Do not exceed 90 days stay within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Canadian passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from the Schengen area.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of booked travel out of the Schengen area.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation or invitation letter, may be requested at border.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Credit card, cash, or bank statement showing ability to cover expenses.
- **Travel medical insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended with minimum €30,000 coverage, though not strictly required for visa-free entry.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** approx. €55 per day of stay
- cash
- credit card
- bank statements

Amount may be checked upon entry; Canadian citizens rarely required to show proof.

## Good to know

- Ensure your passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned exit from the Schengen area.
- The 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen Area, not just the Netherlands.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Overstaying the 90/180-day limit** — Keep track of your days in the Schengen area and exit before exceeding 90 days in any 180-day window.
- **Inadequate travel documents** — Carry a return/onward ticket and proof of accommodation to satisfy border officers if requested.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Canada need a visa for the Netherlands?

Citizens of Canada can visit the Netherlands without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Short-stay Schengen visa exemption.

### How long can citizens of Canada stay in the Netherlands?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Canada need for the Netherlands?

Valid Canadian passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Travel medical insurance.

## More

- [Netherlands visa for every passport](/visa/netherlands)
- [Every destination for Canada passport holders](/visa/passport/canada)