Netherlands visa requirements for Malaysians

Travel and visa requirements

Dutch Visa is not required for Malaysians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Travellers from Malaysia do not need to apply for a visa to stay in the Netherlands for a period of 90 days.
  • Malaysians must possess a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into the Netherlands. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • On entry and exit, tourists with amounts exceeding EUR 10,000 or the equivalent in another currency (incl. banker's draft and cheques of any kind) must be declared.
  • Nationals of Malaysia are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to spend during their stay in the Netherlands.
  • Confirmation of accommodation during their stay in the Netherlands which could be a hotel reservation is also required or a letter from a host already living in the country.
  • Tourists travelling to the Netherlands must present a certificate of yellow fever vaccination.
  • Malaysians also must show proof of travel insurance that covers medical expenses.
  • Intending visitors can get to the Netherlands from any international airport in Malaysia. There are international airports in Kuala Lumpur and Penang Island.
  • Etihad, Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines are some of the carriers that fly from Malaysia to the Netherlands.
  • The estimated flight duration from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam, Netherlands is 13 hours, 5 minutes and from Penang Island, it is 22 hours.
  • Euro is the official and only currency used in the Netherlands. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
  • The Netherlands has a temperate maritime climate. The best time, however, to visit the country is from mid-April to mid-October.
  • The most prominent religion in the Netherlands is Christianity, particularly, Roman Catholicism. Other religions in the country include Islam Hindu, Buddhist and Jewish.
  • Dutch is the official language of the Netherlands spoken by about 98% of the population. English, west frisian and Papiamento are other languages spoken in the Netherlands.
  • Popular delicacies in the Netherlands are stroopwafel, kroket, patat, poffertjes, bitterballen, drop and Kaas.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about 70 Euros for daily expenses for their stay in the Netherlands.
  • In the Netherlands, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and F. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • The Netherlands uses Central European Summer Time (GMT+2). Malaysia is seven hours ahead of the Netherland.
  • Keukenhof, Rijksmuseum, Madurodam and Hoge Veluwe National Park are some of the tourist centres travellers can visit while in the Netherlands.
  • Transportation in the Netherlands can be done through buses, car rentals, taxis, trains etc.
  • Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts while in the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water safe to drink in Amsterdam?

Yes. Tap water is safe to drink in the Netherlands (especially Amsterdam which has the best water in the country).

Is Amsterdam safe for female tourists?

Yes. Female travelers experience very little or no harassment in the streets or elsewhere. However, tourists are advised to observe normal safety precautions and avoid walking alone in poorly lit or unpopulated areas.

When is the best time to travel to the Netherlands?

The best time to visit the Netherlands based on the weather is from mid-April to mid-October because they are the driest months. However, July and August are the peak months for visitors.

Is English widely spoken in the Netherlands?

A substantial number of the inhabitants of Amsterdam have English as their native language (mostly British and North American immigrants). Also, most of them make an effort to learn at least some Dutch.