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BelgiumNetherlandsTravel corridor

Netherlands visa requirements for citizens of Belgium.

Visa-free

No — citizens of Belgium can typically visit the Netherlands visa-free. Longer stays or other purposes (work, study, residence) use a dedicated visa route.

EU freedom of movement

Routes for the Netherlands last verified 10 Jun 2026 against official sources.

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Beyond short stays

Other ways into Netherlands for citizens of Belgium.

Study & Training

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National long-stay visa (Type D) -- study
Netherlands Student Residence Permit (Higher Education)Gov fee €254 · ~60 days processing
Netherlands Au Pair Residence PermitGov fee €423 · ~90 days processing

Work & Self-Employment

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Netherlands Self-Employed Person Residence PermitGov fee €423 · ~90 days processing
Netherlands Start-up Residence PermitGov fee €423 · ~90 days processing
National long-stay visa (Type D) -- work
Netherlands Orientation Year for Highly Educated PersonsGov fee €254 · ~90 days processing
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Invest & Capital

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Wealthy Foreign Investor Scheme (Dutch golden visa, EUR 1.25M)Not available
Dutch-American Friendship Treaty (DAFT) Residence PermitGov fee €423 · ~90 days processing

Retire & Lifestyle

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Netherlands Working Holiday PermitGov fee €85 · ~90 days processing

Family & Origin

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Netherlands Family Reunification (Children and Relatives)Gov fee €254 · ~90 days processing
Netherlands Residence Permit for Partner or SpouseGov fee €254 · ~90 days processing

Special Categories

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Netherlands Researcher Residence PermitGov fee €254 · ~60 days processing
Netherlands Long-Term EU Resident PermitGov fee €254 · ~180 days processing
Netherlands Permanent Residence PermitGov fee €254 · ~180 days processing

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