Do Brazil passport holders need a visa to visit NL?
No visa needed. Brazilian ordinary passport holders can enter the Netherlands and the wider Schengen Area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism. ETIAS is not yet required as of 30 May 2026. The Netherlands is part of the Schengen Area, and Brazil is listed in Annex II of EU Regulation 2018/1806 as a visa-exempt country. This means Brazilian ordinary passport holders may travel to the Netherlands for tourism, business or transit without a Schengen visa, staying up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across all Schengen states combined. No prior application or fee is required for short visits. The EU's ETIAS travel authorisation (a small online pre-screening, not a visa) will eventually apply to Brazilians, but its launch has been delayed and it is NOT operational as of 30 May 2026 — travellers do not need it yet. Travellers should hold a passport valid for at least three months beyond the intended departure, issued within the last 10 years, and may be asked at the border to show proof of accommodation, onward/return tickets, sufficient funds, and travel medical insurance. Anyone planning to stay longer than 90 days, work, or study must apply for the appropriate national long-stay visa or residence permit (MVV) before travelling.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.