Border Control Extended to 30/09/2026

For expats living in the Netherlands, especially if you plan to travel abroad during long weekends like Pentecost, please be aware of an update regarding border control.

💰 Policy Update
  ⏰ until 30/09/2026
📍 Netherlands Border

This extension of border control measures has minimal impact on legal residents' daily travel, but carrying valid identification is essential.

• ✓ Carry Documents: Always carry your passport and valid residence permit (verblijfsvergunning), even when travelling to Schengen Area countries like Germany or Belgium.
• ✓ Schengen Borders: Random checks may occur at borders with neighbouring Schengen countries, but these typically won't delay your travel if your documents are in order.
• ✓ Non-Schengen Travel: Journeys to non-Schengen countries like the UK will follow standard passport control procedures and are not directly affected by this policy change, though the UK's ETA requirement still applies.

It's advisable to re-check the latest border regulations before your trip and ensure all your travel documents are up-to-date.