You do not need a visa for Netherlands if you have a Maltese passport

No visa needed

Maltese citizens can enter Netherlands without applying for a visa in advance. Check your passport validity and any onward-travel requirements before you fly.

Visa-free

Frequently asked questions

Do Maltese citizens need a visa for Netherlands?

No. Maltese citizens can enter Netherlands without applying for a visa in advance.

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What Netherlands may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 3+ months beyond planned departure with 2 blank pages
Biometric photo: 35x45mm, white background, recent within 6 months
Travel insurance covering minimum 30,000 EUR medical expenses
Confirmed hotel reservations or host invitation letter
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, employment letter)
Round-trip flight reservation or detailed travel itinerary

Entry requirements for Maltese travellers

These rules apply specifically to Maltese passport holders entering Netherlands as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
A travel document is required to enter Netherlands by air
Travelers need a valid passport or national ID card to enter Netherlands by air.
European Union Last checked 2026-07-14
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Netherlands
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Netherlands.
Last checked 2026-07-14
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Netherlands.
Last checked 2026-07-14
Not required
Transit visa is not required
International travelers do not need a visa to transit through Netherlands.
Last checked 2026-07-14
May be required
Entry requirements for traveling with pets (dogs and cats)
Travelers should check with their airline for pet transport requirements before traveling, as policies differ. Dogs and cats traveling into the EU from outside the EU must meet entry requirements that vary by country of origin. Pets must be microchipped and vaccinated against rabies. Additional requirements may apply depending on where travel originates. Travelers can check the specific requirements for their country of origin on the EU government's pet travel page. Travelers bringing other animals should check the national rules of their destination country directly.
EU Pet Entry Requirements Last checked 2026-07-14

A look at Netherlands

Amsterdam's historic canals — a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010
Rotterdam — Europe's largest port and a hub for international commerce
Schiphol Airport — one of Europe's busiest and most connected international hubs
Keukenhof Gardens — the world's largest flower garden, open spring only