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Netherlands from India: plan the trip

Content updated 1 Nov 2026 Facts last checked 1 Nov 2026
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The Netherlands is one of the easiest first Europe trips for an Indian family: Amsterdam's canals and museums, tulip fields in spring, windmills, cheese markets and a country small enough to cross by train in a couple of hours. English works almost everywhere. This page brings the key details together in one place - the Schengen visa guide, the best months to go, and the packing and money essentials - with food, phrase, events and flight-route guides linked as they publish.

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Best monthsMay to Sepchecked 23 Oct 2026 CurrencyEURchecked 22 Oct 2026 Flight time9 h 30 min nonstop from Delhichecked 1 Nov 2026

Everything we have on Netherlands

Visa

Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Netherlands, and how to get it.

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Best time to visit

Which months suit your family, month by month.

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Travel essentials

What to pack, how to pay and how to stay connected.

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Food

Vegetarian and Jain food, and how to order it.

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Phrases

The words worth knowing, with how to say them.

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Flights

Who flies there, how long it takes, and where the layovers are.

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Events

Festivals and seasons worth planning a trip around.

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Flights to Netherlands

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Quick questions

Do Indians need a visa for the Netherlands?

Yes. Indians apply for a Schengen visa through VFS Global centres across India. The fee is EUR 90 per adult, EUR 45 for children aged 6-11 and free under 6, plus the VFS service charge. You can apply up to 6 months before the trip and should apply at least 15 days before travel.

When is the best time to visit the Netherlands?

For tulips, mid-March to mid-May - Keukenhof gardens open 18 March to 9 May in 2027. September and October are mild and quieter, with golden light on the canals. December brings festive lights and ice rinks; winter is cold and grey but the museums are empty.

Is English enough in the Netherlands?

Yes. The Dutch speak English better than almost anyone in Europe - menus, stations, museums and shops all work in English. Learning Dank je wel (thank you) still earns a smile, and our phrase guide has the rest.

How do we get around with children?

Trains link every city - Schiphol to Amsterdam Centraal takes about 15-20 minutes, and Utrecht, Rotterdam and The Hague are all under an hour. In cities, trams, metros and buses run on contactless check-in with a bank card. The Dutch cycle everywhere, but with small children, walking and trams are easier.

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