Netherlands Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements
Visa Requirement Map
Passport Mobility Over Time
Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.
| Year | Mobility Score | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 131 | 8 |
| 2021 | 150 | 9 |
| 2022 | 174 | 4 |
| 2023 | 178 | 3 |
| 2024 | 178 | 5 |
| 2025 | 174 | 5 |
| 2026 | 173 | 7 |
Netherlands: Other Rankings
- Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
- 94th out of 199 countries
- Within-Language RankingDutch
- 2nd out of 3 countries
- Form-of-Government RankingParliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
- 4th out of 25 countries
- Currency RankingEuro
- 8th out of 27 countries
- NATO RankingNATO Countries
- 9th out of 32 countries
- WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
- 12th out of 159 countries
- OECD RankingOECD Countries
- 9th out of 38 countries
- OSCE RankingOSCE Participating States
- 9th out of 57 countries
Key Destination Access
An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.
An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.
An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.
A visa can be obtained on arrival.
About Netherlands
The Netherlands is a low-lying country in northwestern Europe, bordered by the North Sea to the west and north. Its landscape is defined by flat terrain, extensive canal systems, and carefully managed polders. The country shares land borders with Germany to the east and Belgium to the south. This strategic position has historically made the region a crossroads for trade and cultural exchange.
Daily life in the Netherlands often revolves around a balance between urban convenience and outdoor activity. Cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Utrecht feature dense bicycle networks and lively public squares. Many residents enjoy a strong café culture and frequent local markets for fresh produce. The country's compact size makes it easy to travel between city and countryside within a single day.
Internationally, the Netherlands is known for its active role in European Union institutions and global diplomacy. The country hosts several major international courts and organizations in The Hague. Its economy is deeply integrated with neighboring countries through trade and transport. The Netherlands also maintains a reputation for progressive social policies and innovation in sustainability.