Important Information About the Netherlands
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Capital
Amsterdam Time zone The Netherlands is on Central European Time (UTC +1) for part of the year and Central European Summer Time (UTC +2) for the rest of the year. Click here for the current time in the Netherlands. Connect Need to text, make calls, or access the internet while traveling? This post explains how to buy a prepaid SIM card in the Netherlands. |
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Electricity
230V, 50Hz, Type C / Type F Get the Ceptics World Power Plug Adapter Travel Set for your trip to Europe! Country code +31 Emergencies Ambulance 112 Fire 112 Police 112 |
Holidays
Some businesses and government offices may be closed on public holidays in the Netherlands. Public services and transportation schedules may also be affected.
Entry
The IATA Travel Centre portal can tell you if you need a visa to enter the Netherlands or if your passport is sufficient. If you do need a visa, the portal will direct you to the official application site.
Languages
The official languages of the Netherlands are Dutch, English, and West Frisian. Want to learn a language before you go? Find a teacher on italki.
Money
The basic monetary unit of the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Click here for current exchange rates from XE.com.
Some businesses and government offices may be closed on public holidays in the Netherlands. Public services and transportation schedules may also be affected.
Entry
The IATA Travel Centre portal can tell you if you need a visa to enter the Netherlands or if your passport is sufficient. If you do need a visa, the portal will direct you to the official application site.
Languages
The official languages of the Netherlands are Dutch, English, and West Frisian. Want to learn a language before you go? Find a teacher on italki.
Money
The basic monetary unit of the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Click here for current exchange rates from XE.com.
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