City, Netherlands
Healthcare in Groningen: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Groningen
Excellent care, but non-residents should call the huisartsenpost (GP out-of-hours) first. EU visitors need an EHIC; others pay for care.
Hospitals for foreigners in Groningen
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG) | Major university hospital; 24-hour emergency department |
| Martini Ziekenhuis | Large general hospital with emergency care |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: €40–90 ($45–101) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Netherlands: High-quality care; the GP (huisarts) is the entry point and out-of-hours GP posts handle evenings. EU visitors use the EHIC; others need travel insurance.
- Pharmacies: Drugstores (Kruidvat, Etos) sell basic painkillers; an apotheek fills prescriptions, with one on night duty per area.
- Health spending: US$6,845 per person a year (2024); 3.9 doctors per 1,000 people (2022), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 112 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Required for entry: Schengen visa applicants need travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000; residents must take Dutch basic health insurance.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Groningen for foreigners?
University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG): Major university hospital; 24-hour emergency department
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Groningen?
About €40–90 ($45–101) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Netherlands?
Schengen visa applicants need travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000; residents must take Dutch basic health insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Netherlands
- NS (Dutch Railways)
- Qbuzz Groningen
- Groningen Airport Eelde
- UMCG
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