Netherlands health and safety
The Netherlands is a relatively safe place and a minimal amount of crime is directed at foreign visitors. However, pickpocketing and bag-snatching is a problem in crowded tourist areas during the summer. Health care and medical facilities are excellent.
Hospitals and clinics in the Netherlands are on par with any other Western nation and can handle just about any sort of emergency. In general, no special immunisations or medications are necessary for travel to the Netherlands.
As with any country, there is a risk of pickpocketing and bag-snatching in crowded tourist areas and on trains. Theft from cars, especially those with foreign licence plates, is common. Overall, the Netherlands is very safe and you shouldn’t have any problems regarding personal safety.
Current advisory warnings about health and safety in the Netherlands
British foreign office – Netherlands webpage
Up-to-date and reliable advice on health and security issues in the Netherlands.
www.fco.gov.uk
MD Travel Health - Netherlands advice
Comprehensive medical advice on disease and health risks, precautions and remedies.
http://www.mdtravelhealth.com
Smartraveller
Reliable and up-to-date travel advice and information service provided by the Australian government.
http://www.smartraveller.gov.au
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Essentials
Visas: Not required for most nationals for stays up to three months
Season: Summer (June – August)
Money: Euro
Language: Dutch and Frisian, English understood widely
Emergency #: 112