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Netherlands Travel Guide

Amsterdam Capital
EUR Currency
Dutch Language
+31 Calling Code
Right Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Schengen Visa Required For Non-eu Tourists.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Passenger locator form
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes.

Safety & Security

Safety Rating High
Travel Advisory Safe
Pickpocketing Risk Medium
Night Safety Safe
Common Scams
  • Pickpocketing in tourist areas
  • Fake charity scams

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 112
Response Speed Fast
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy 24h Common
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Excellent
Ride-sharing Apps Uber
Navigation Apps Google Maps, Citymapper
Night Transport Safety Safe

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Card Widely Accepted
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability High
Tipping 10-15% Tip In Restaurants Is Appreciated.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $70 Tourist: $150 Family: $300

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly In Religious Sites.
Public Affection Accepted
Alcohol/Drug Policy Relaxed For Alcohol, Strict For Drugs.
Topics to Avoid
ImmigrationMonarchy

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Hallo
HAH-loh
Goodbye
Tot ziens
TOT zeens
Please
Alstublieft
AL-stu-BLEEFt
Thank you
Dank u
DANK oo
Sorry
Sorry
SOR-ee
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Spreekt u Engels?
SPRAYKT oo EN-gels
I don’t understand
Ik begrijp het niet
IK be-GRIPE ht neet
Can you speak slowly, please?
Kunt u langzaam spreken, alstublieft?
KUNT oo LANG-zahm SPRAY-kun, AL-stu-BLEEFt?
Can you help me, please?
Kunt u mij helpen, alstublieft?
KUNT oo MAY HEL-pun, AL-stu-BLEEFt?
What does this mean?
Wat betekent dit?
VAT be-TAY-kent DIT?

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Disclaimer

The information in this guide is intended for general travel planning purposes only and may change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Graba SIM does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the content. Travellers should verify entry requirements, local laws, health advice and services with official sources before and during their trip. Graba SIM is not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided. Always check with relevant government and health authorities for the most up-to-date travel requirements.

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