Information from the Government of The Netherlands

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Travelling to the Netherlands

Tourists and foreign travellers from countries where the health risks are similar to or lower than in the Netherlands can enter the Netherlands.

Testing for coronavirus

If you have symptoms such as a cold, cough, fever or sudden loss of smell or taste, you can get tested to see if you are infected with coronavirus.

New minimum wage

The government adjusts the amount of the minimum wage twice a year. As of 1 July 2021 there is a new minimum wage.

News

2022 Tax Plan: a better tax system

21-09-2021 | 15:54

This year, the 2022 Tax Plan package mainly contains minor changes aimed at improving the tax system. In particular, improvements ...

State opening of Parliament (Prinsjesdag): major maintenance tasking in the pursuit of accessibility, safety, and liveability

21-09-2021 | 15:15

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management aims to keep the Netherlands accessible, safe, and liveable. In 2022, the ...

2022 Budget Memorandum: Resilience and further steps forward

21-09-2021 | 15:15

With expected economic growth of 3.5% in 2022, the Dutch economy is recovering remarkably quickly from the COVID-19 pandemic. The ...

Dutch minister of Foreign Affairs Sigrid Kaag steps down

16-09-2021 | 22:35

Declaration of Dutch minister of Foreign Affairs Sigrid Kaag on September 16th in the Dutch House of Representatives.

Young people worry about food waste: ‘It’s time for action’

16-09-2021 | 09:47

‘Young people are willing enough to pay more for organic produce,’ the Dutch UN Youth Representatives Evi Vet and Eva Koffeman ...

Netherlands to reopen further with coronavirus entry passes

14-09-2021 | 19:08

As of 25 September, we no longer have to stay 1.5 metres from others. This is a big step forwards. It means restaurants and bars ...