🇳🇱 Is Netherlands safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Netherlands: 85 diplomatic missions from 80 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Netherlands
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Valid passport or national ID required both at entry and exit
- Spanish citizens do not need a visa to enter the Netherlands
- No mandatory vaccinations required for entry
Risk areas and situations
- Terrorist alert level 4 (substantial) set in 2024: real possibility of an attack is acknowledged
- Reinforced security measures active at train stations, airports, public buildings and land/sea borders
- Atlantic hurricane season (June–November, peak August–October) poses risk in Dutch Caribbean islands
- Pickpocketing and theft of personal belongings on the rise in tourist areas
Health
- No compulsory vaccines; tetanus, meningitis, polio and hepatitis recommended for children
- Consult Spain's Ministry of Health website for updated vaccination guidance
Emergency numbers in Netherlands
Embassies and consulates in Netherlands
85 diplomatic missions from 80 countries, across 5 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇲🇦 Morocco | 4 | 's-Hertogenbosch, Amsterdam, Rotterdam |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 2 | Amsterdam, The Hague |
| 🇫🇷 France | 2 | Amsterdam, The Hague |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | The Hague |
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | 1 | The Hague |
| 🇦🇱 Albania | 1 | The Hague |
| 🇦🇲 Armenia | 1 | The Hague |
| 🇦🇴 Angola | 1 | The Hague |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | The Hague |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | The Hague |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | The Hague |
| 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan | 1 | The Hague |
…and 68 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Netherlands is Dutch. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Dutch, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Netherlands safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Netherlands is 1.5/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Netherlands?
The general emergency number in Netherlands is 112. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Netherlands?
Telcomia tracks 85 diplomatic missions from 80 countries in Netherlands, across 5 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.