Amsterdam travel insurance

Before you buy travel insurance for your holiday to Amsterdam, there are a few things to think about:

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 What’s covered with our travel insurance to Amsterdam?

As standard, our policies cover over 50 activities sports and activities, so you can get up to more on your holiday. We also offer a range of benefits, some of which include:

To help you have the best holiday experience, we’ve put together some useful information that we think you’ll want to know before your trip to Amsterdam.

CurrencyEuro
Official language(s)Dutch
CountryThe Netherlands
ContinentEurope
PopulationApprox. 822k
Plug typePlug type C & F
Driving sideRight-hand side
ClimateSpring – March to May
Summer – June to August
Autumn – September to November
Winter – December to February
LawsLocal laws and customs

Do I need a visa for Amsterdam?

If you’re a British citizen travelling to Amsterdam with a valid passport, then you won’t need to apply for a visa.

Do I need travel insurance for Amsterdam?

It’s important to have travel insurance wherever you’re travelling. In Amsterdam, your GHIC card may cover some emergency medical expenses. But travel insurance for Amsterdam will cover much more, including repatriation and cover for delays or cancellations.

How much is travel insurance to Amsterdam?

Our European travel insurance covers Amsterdam. The exact price will depend on the details of your trip and the cover level you choose. Think about how much your holiday cost and what you’ll be taking with you. Make sure you choose a policy that fully covers you.

Can you help if I need medical treatment while in Amsterdam?

Yes – all our policies come with access to our 24-hour emergency assistance team, so there will always be someone here to help you if you become ill or are injured while abroad.

If you need emergency medical assistance just give our team a call anytime, day or night.

Healthcare in Amsterdam

British citizens should have their free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), which can be used in Amsterdam. This will cover any necessary treatments you may receive at public healthcare centres or hospitals on your trip. However, it’s important to remember to still have travel insurance in place to be able to cover the costs of any unexpected medical treatment the EHIC/GHIC might not cover, including repatriation costs.

Find more information about healthcare in Amsterdam here.

  1. Unlimited emergency medical expenses available on Black level policies.
  2. Based on 2,050 responses, correct as of 22/01/2024