City in South Holland, Netherlands
Healthcare in The Hague: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in The Hague
High-quality care. Call a GP first for non-urgent problems and 112 for emergencies. Uninsured visitors pay upfront.
Hospitals for foreigners in The Hague
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Haga Ziekenhuis | Large general hospital with emergency department |
| Haaglanden Medisch Centrum | General hospital with locations in the city |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: €50–100 ($56–113) 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 The Hague for foreigners?
Haga Ziekenhuis: Large general hospital with emergency department
How much does a doctor's visit cost in The Hague?
About €50–100 ($56–113) 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
- HTM The Hague public transport
- NS Dutch Railways
- Rotterdam The Hague Airport
- The Hague official visitor guide
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