Netherlands visa-free entry for citizens of Colombia: 2026 entry rules
No, citizens of Colombia do not need a visa for a short stay in the Netherlands (up to 90 days per 180-day period).
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ETIAS: once the system is running, which the EU expects in the last quarter of 2026, citizens of Colombia will need to apply online for a travel authorisation (€20) before departure. Nothing to do yet: applications are not open, so beware of websites already selling it. Our ETIAS guide · Official EU website
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Travellers from Colombia do not apply for a visa for a tourist stay in the Netherlands, but border control still asks for a file.
How long can citizens of Colombia stay in the Netherlands?
90 days per 180-day period
Visa-free entry allows a stay of 90 days per 180-day period. To stay longer, study or work, a visa is generally required.
What to show at the border of the Netherlands
Visa-free entry is not automatic: border officers can refuse boarding or entry if the file is incomplete. Expect to be able to show:
- Valid passport
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
A usual minimum, not the official list: check it against the official source before you travel.
Other visa types for Netherlands
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
- EU Blue Card
- Highly Skilled Migrant / Work permit
- Self-employed entrepreneur visa
- Orientation year (zoekjaar)
- Study visa
- Researcher visa
4 more visa types
- Family reunification visa (MVV)
- Au pair visa
- Start-up visa
- Medical treatment visa
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Short-stay (tourism)
Visa-free
Entry regime
Visa-free
Duration
90 days per 180-day period
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Study visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of study
Price
€254
Processing time
60-90 days
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EU Blue Card
Work visa
Duration
4 years
Price
€423
Processing time
90 days
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Family reunification visa (MVV)
Family reunification
Duration
5 years
Price
€85–254
Processing time
90 days
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Start-up visa
Investor visa
Duration
1 year
Price
€423
Processing time
90 days
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Highly Skilled Migrant / Work permit
Work visa
Duration
5 years
Price
€423
Processing time
90 days
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Self-employed entrepreneur visa
Work visa
Duration
2 years (renewable)
Price
€423
Processing time
90 days
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Au pair visa
Working Holiday
Duration
1 year
Price
€423
Processing time
60 days
Official websiteVerified
Orientation year (zoekjaar)
Work visa
Duration
1 year
Price
€254
Processing time
90 days
Official websiteVerified
Researcher visa
Student visa
Duration
5 years
Price
€254–423
Processing time
90 days
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Medical treatment visa
Consular visa
Duration
1 year
Price
€1,337
Processing time
90 days
Official websiteVerified
Tips to Extend Your Stay in the Netherlands
- Request the extension of your visa before it expires with local authorities, providing a valid reason.
- Ensure you have health insurance covering the entire extended stay.
- Always keep copies of all your travel documents and supporting evidence on hand.
For example, a tourist arriving with a 90-day Schengen visa can request an extension in case of unforeseen medical issues by providing a medical certificate and proof of sufficient financial resources.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to the Netherlands from Colombia?▾
No. Travellers from Colombia can enter the Netherlands without a visa for a tourist stay (allowed duration: 90 days per 180-day period).
What other visa types exist for the Netherlands?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, the Netherlands offers among others: EU Blue Card, Highly Skilled Migrant / Work permit, Self-employed entrepreneur visa, Orientation year (zoekjaar), Study visa, Researcher visa.
Data verified on 25/10/2026 · Our methodology
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