This fact sheet is for Canadian nationals only. Please note if you are not a Canadian passport holder you will need to check with your relevant Country Embassy.
| Topic | Information |
|---|---|
| Travel Advice | Travel advice and advisories for Netherlands |
| Canadian Embassy in the Netherlands | Embassies and consulates | Netherlands (Government of Canada) |
| Dutch Embassy in Canada | Dutch Embassy |
| Entry Requirements | Dutch Entry Requirements |
| Visa Information | Student Visas for the Netherlands |
| Currency Conversion | Live Exchange Rate: Canadian Dollar to Euro |
| Cultural Insights | Hofstede Country Comparison -- the Netherlands |
| Health Insurance | Student Health Insurance |
| Solo Female Travel | The Netherlands Solo Female Travel Safety Tips and Advice (solofemaletravelers.club) |
| Gay Travel Index | Gay Travel Index (gayguide.travel) |
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 112 |
| Fire | 112 |
| Police | 112 |
Country Facts
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Capital city | Amsterdam |
| Language | Dutch |
| Currency | Euro |
| Phone Code | +31 |
| Internet Code | .nl |
| Time Zone | UTC+1 |
| Drives on | Right |
| Plug Types | Type C, Type F |
| Drinking Water | Safe to drink |
| Dominant Religion | Roman Catholic 28%, Protestant 19% (includes Dutch Reformed 9%, Protestant Church of The Netherlands, 7%, Calvinist 3%), other 11% (includes 5% Muslim and Hindu, Buddhist, Jehovah's Witness, and Orthodox), none 42% |
| Significant Dates | April 27 – King's Birthday |