On this page you will find information about the rules that apply indoors and outdoors.
Rules for groups
At home: no maximum
There are no restrictions on the number of people you can receive at home each day. However, you should still follow the basic rules.
Groups: no maximum
There are no restrictions on group size.
All locations open
All indoor and outdoor public spaces are open. The basic rules to control the spread of coronavirus apply everywhere. Site managers must take hygiene precautions, for example providing disinfectant hand gel and handwashing facilities. Some restrictions still apply.
They are not allowed to opt for alternative measures like physical distancing instead.
Opening hours for restaurants, bars and nightclubs are still restricted. They must be closed between midnight and 06.00. Takeaway is allowed between these times.
Coronavirus entry pass for food and drink venues, events and other activities
From 25 September 2021 everyone aged 13 and over must show a coronavirus entry pass at certain locations. For example, to go to a bar or restaurant, an event, the cinema or theatre, or attend a professional sports match as a spectator. You do not need a coronavirus entry pass in shops or to participate in sports yourself.
Education
Teachers and support staff who have health issues or who fall into one of the at-risk groups identified by the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) (aged over 70 or with underlying health conditions) cannot be ordered to teach in-person classes. Similarly, childcare staff in this category cannot be ordered to work with children at a childcare centre. They can work from home.
Whether or not students can do a work placement or internship depends on the sector/branch where they are doing their work placement. If companies in the sector/branch are allowed to continue their operations, the work placement/internship can also continue.
Primary schools, schools for special education and daycare centres for children under 4 are open. This also applies to childminders who look after children under 13.
There are special rules for testing children for coronavirus.
If a pupil tests positive for coronavirus it is no longer mandatory for the entire class to self-quarantine. If there are several cases in the same class or group, the municipal health service (GGD) may advise everyone in the class or group to self-quarantine.
Teachers who are not yet fully vaccinated can do a self-test at home twice a week as a precaution.
Out-of-school care (BSO) is open.
Additional measures are in place to reduce the risk of outbreaks.
Secondary schools (including special secondary schools) are open. Pupils and teachers who are not yet fully vaccinated can do a self-test at home twice a week as a precaution.
All educational institutions are open. Students and staff who are not yet fully vaccinated can get 2 free self-tests a week.
Transport
Face masks must be worn on trains, trams, buses, metros, ferries and aircraft. Passengers who do not wear a face mask can be fined €95.
Passengers aged 13 and over are required to wear a face mask on commercial transport (such as taxis, passenger vans and coaches) if there is more than 1 passenger.
A pre-entry health check is required when travelling by taxi, and passengers must book in advance.
A pre-entry health check is required when travelling by passenger van or coach, and passengers must book their seats in advance.
Travelling and holidaying in the Netherlands
If you are staying in the Netherlands for your holiday, follow all the basic rules. If you have symptoms, stay at home and get tested.
Travellers who develop coronavirus symptoms are advised to stay in their accommodation, avoid contact with others and arrange a test with the municipal health service (GGD). If they test positive for coronavirus they must self-isolate. The people they are staying or travelling with must self-quarantine if they are not optimally protected against coronavirus. People with coronavirus symptoms are not allowed to travel.
Travellers must cover the costs of self-isolation or self-quarantine themselves. If their accommodation is not suitable for isolation/quarantine, the GGD will help them find a suitable location.
