Netherlands (NL)
The Netherlands is a small, densely populated constitutional monarchy in Northwestern Europe, consistently ranked among the world's most liveable and progressive countries.
Capital: Amsterdam
Region: Europe
Language: Dutch
Currency: EUR (€)
Cost of living: Expensive (index 76)
Emergency: 112
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Emergency Numbers
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General Emergency
112
Police
0900-8844 (non-emergency) / 112 (emergency)
Fire Brigade
112
Ambulance
112
Poison Control
0800-022 1131 (NVIC, free, 24/7)
Mental Health
113 Suicide Prevention: 0800-0113 (free, 24/7)
Domestic Violence
Veilig Thuis: 0800-2000 (free, 24/7)
Child Protection
Kindertelefoon: 0800-0432 (free, for children)
Road Assistance
ANWB: 0800-0888 (members). Non-members: 088-269-2222.
Huisartsenpost (HAP)
Find via 0900-1010 or zorgkaartnederland.nl
Out-of-hours GP service for non-emergency medical issues. Always call before going.
Evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
How to call emergency services in Netherlands
112 works from any phone without a SIM card. Speak Dutch or English — Dutch emergency services speak excellent English. State location, nature of emergency, number of people. Stay on the line.