Netherlands travel details
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Netherlands has a population of 17M with main currency as Euro. The languages spoken are Dutch. Netherlands travel safety advice is Exercise normal safety precautions. Automatic teller machines are common in Netherlands. Tipping is usually not expected in Netherlands. Internet speed in Netherlands is on average 17.0 Mbps.In Netherlands you drive on the right side.
Netherlands travel advice
⬤ Exercise normal safety precautions
We've reviewed our travel advice for the Netherlands and continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. The Netherlands national terrorism threat level remains at 'substantial' - level 4 of 5. Terrorists may target tourist areas or other places frequented by foreigners. Take official warnings seriously and follow the advice of local authorities (see 'Safety').
We advise:
Exercise normal safety precautions in the Netherlands.
Issue Date : Apr 9, 2024
Netherlands weather
Netherlands essential details
Plugs
Netherlands uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are Dutch
Money in Netherlands
Currencies
Netherlands uses the euro (symbol: €), code EUR.Banknotes come in denominations of 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5 euros. Euro is subdivided into 100 cents. Coins come in denominations of 2 and 1 euros and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.
Cards
Widely accepted Credit cards are widely accepted within Netherlands (at hotels, shops, and restaurants, travel agencies, car-rental agencies etc.). Visa, MasterCard and Maestro are the most widely accepted. American Express is less common. Diners Club is pretty rare. Discover, JCB, UnionPay and RuPay are unknown.
ATM
Automatic teller machines are common in Netherlands. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Tipping
Not expected, but can leave extra tip Tipping is usually not expected in Netherlands. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip.
Internet in Netherlands
Internet
Internet speed in Netherlands is on average 17.0 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Netherlands is very high. Most hotels, hostels, cafes, restaurants and bars have it.
Phones
You can buy a SIM card for about €22.57, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 5 telecoms: KPN, T-Mobile, Tele2, Vodafone or Ziggo. Netherlands uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Netherlands upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Calling
To call Netherlands, dial +, then 31 (the country code for Netherlands), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within Netherlands, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 10 .
Netherlands travel details
Driving in Netherlands
Road rules
In Netherlands you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 100 km/h (62 mph) on expressways, 130 km/h (80 mph) on motorways, 30 km/h (18 mph) in residential areas, 50 km/h (31 mph) in all built-up areas and 80 km/h (49 mph) on undivided highways. Right turn on red lights is strictly forbidden unless an additional green semaphore arrow allows it. It is illegal to drive with blood alcohol content higher than 0.05%.
On the road
Road assistance is available at 088 - 269 28 88 (ANWB BV). For general news on Netherlands's traffic use ANWB BV. Most popular petrol stations in Netherlands are Avia, Shell, Lukoil, Tamoil, Texaco, Esso and BP. Petrol (unleaded) gas options are called Euro 95, benziner, Super 98 or Ongelood (95/98). Petrol costs about €1.51 per liter.Diesel option is called Diesel.
Emergecy
Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire department
18
Netherlands map
Netherlands visa advice
If you're considering exploring Netherlands beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Netherlands transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Netherlands, understanding Netherlands Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.