Ukraine→Netherlands
Ukraine to Netherlands
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
You may stay in the Netherlands for up to 90 days without a visa. If you intend to stay beyond 90 days, a visa becomes necessary.
Can children travel on this route?
If you are under 18, you must travel with a letter of parental consent and a notarised letter of parental consent as required for entry to the Netherlands.
What should I do before I travel?
Before you travel, check that your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of entry to the Netherlands. Arrange travel insurance before departure, because travel insurance is a condition of entry. Carry evidence of sufficient funds for your stay, since you may be asked to show this at the border.
What happens at the border?
At the border you must present your passport. Border officers may ask to see proof that you have sufficient funds for your stay. There is no arrival registration or entry card required for entry to the Netherlands.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit the Netherlands as a Ukrainian passport holder?
No. Ukrainian citizens do not need a visa for short tourist trips to the Netherlands and may stay up to 90 days without a visa.
How long does my passport need to be valid for travel to the Netherlands?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry to the Netherlands.
What travel document do I need to enter the Netherlands?
You must carry a passport. A passport is the accepted travel document for entering the Netherlands.
Do I need travel insurance to enter the Netherlands?
Yes. Travel insurance is a condition of entry to the Netherlands and you must have it for your trip.
Will I need to prove I can afford my trip when arriving in the Netherlands?
You may be asked at the border to show that you have sufficient funds for the duration of your stay in the Netherlands.
What documents do minors need to travel to the Netherlands?
If you are under 18, you must have a letter of parental consent and a notarised letter of parental consent to travel to the Netherlands.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 6, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 6 months beyond your trip.
- 2Carry proof of funds for your stay
Sufficient Money for the Stay
- 3Travelling with a child
Letter of Parental Consent and Letter of Parental Consent with Notary
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: Netherlands — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Stays up to 90 days
Longer than that needs a visa, and the exemption covers tourism — not paid work or study.
- Read our travel guides
Local know-how, seasons and etiquette — the things a border does not check but a trip depends on.
Open the guide
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