Netherlands travel restrictions

Netherlands As of June 15, the Netherlands will begin accepting tourists from European countries where the health risks are similar to or lower than in the Netherlands. (OSAC, 06.06.2020)

*****International Restrictions:
From the Schengen Area: Travellers from EU and Schengen countries can travel in and out of The Netherlands. Dutch advice and rules to combat the spread of COVID-19 must be followed. Travellers from high-risk areas are strongly urged to go into quarantine for 14 days (e.g. Sweden and the United Kingdom). All passengers travelling to the Netherlands from an airport in a high risk area must complete a health declaration form. The form contains questions related to the presence of symptoms which could be related to COVID-19 virus. Before boarding a plane the crew checks the completed health declaration form. In case you have one of the symptoms as listed in the health declaration form, you’ll not be accepted on the flight to the Netherlands. This is also applicable for transit passengers. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) maintains a list of airports in areas with a high risk of contamination. Please verify with your airport of destination if additional requirements apply there. You can find measures at Schiphol (the largest Dutch airport) here: [https://www.schiphol.nl/en/page/coronavirus/]’
Third Country Nationals: The Dutch government has adopted the decision of the EU to tighten the entry conditions of persons wishing to travel to the Netherlands from third countries, until 30 June 2020.
Transit Passengers: Travellers from EU and Schengen countries can transit in the Netherlands. Dutch advice and rules to combat the spread of COVID-19 must be followed. With a travel ticket to a third country, it is possible to transit via Schiphol (main airport) directly to a third country.
Quarantine: Travellers from the UK and Sweden are strongly advised to go into quarantaine for 14 days upon arrival in the Netherlands. This applies to travellers from high risk countries outside the EU/Schengen + UK as well. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) maintains a list of airports in areas with a high risk of contamination.
Certification: All passengers travelling to the Netherlands from an airport in a high risk area must complete a health declaration form. The form contains questions related to the presence of symptoms which could be related to COVID-19 virus. Before boarding a plane the crew checks the completed health declaration form. In case you have one of the symptoms as listed in the health declaration form, you’ll not be accepted on the flight to the Netherlands. This is also applicable for transit passengers. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) maintains a list of airports in areas with a high risk of contamination. lease verify with your airport of destination if additional requirements apply there. You can find measures at Schiphol (the largest Dutch airport) here: https://www.schiphol.nl/en/page/coronavirus/

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Internal restrictions:

The Dutch government has started to relax domestic coronavirus measures. The latest information on the Dutch government’s response to the coronavirus can be found here (in English) [https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands]. From 1 June 2020 it became a requirement for passengers aged 13 and over to wear a non-medical face mask on trams, buses, water buses, metros and trains. Passengers who do not wear a face mask on public transport after 1 June can be fined €95. In stations, on platforms and at bus and tram stops face masks are not required, but people must stay 1.5 metres away from others. Public transport should be used for essential travel only. Users should avoid rush hour and keep as far apart as possible. Cinemas, restaurants, cafes, and museums will be allowed to re-open on June 1 with certain conditions. Reservations will be required and the government will impose a 30 person maximum occupancy limit, including staff. Effective July 1, campgrounds and vacation parks will re-open and the maximum occupancy limit for cinemas, restaurants, cafes, and museums will rise to 100. Organized meetings up to 100 people will also be permitted. Gyms, saunas, casinos, and sports/dance schools may possibly be permitted to re-open on July 1 as well, pending a final review and announcement by the Dutch government at the end of June.

*****Relaxation to restrictions:
From 29 June, NS is running all its trains according to its usual, pre-coronavirus schedule again. The rail company called on travelers to adhere to measures in place to curb the spread of the coronavirus. (NL Times, 29.06.2020)

Netherlands As of June 15, the Netherlands will begin accepting tourists from European countries where the health risks are similar to or lower than in the Netherlands. (OSAC, 06.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter the Netherlands until 1 July.
-This does not apply when arriving from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom.
-This does not apply to nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland.
-This does not apply to British Nationals.
-This does not apply to nationals of Andorra, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia (Rep.), San Marino, Serbia and Vatican City (Holy See) when they transit through Netherlands to return to their country of residence.
-This does not apply to passengers with a residence permit issued to long term residents of EEA Member States, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
-This does not apply to passengers with a long-stay visa, including persons with a temporary residence permit (Machtiging Voor Voorlopig Verblijf – MVV).
-This does not apply to passengers in transit.
-This does not apply to :
– family members of nationals of Switzerland, EEA Member States and of British nationals;
– healthcare personnel;
– frontier workers;
– transport of goods personnel;
– diplomats;
– personnel of international and humanitarian organizations,
– military personnel;
– passengers traveling for emergency family reasons;
– passengers in need of international protection or for other humanitarian reasons.
2. A completed ‘Health Declaration Form’ for passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries must be presented prior to boarding any aircraft with destination the Netherlands.
3. Passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries are instructed to immediately self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

Commercial flight options are reduced. However, national carrier KLM airline has since 4 May increased the number of flights to destinations in Europe, including: Barcelona, Madrid, Roma, Milan, Budapest, Prague, Warsaw and Helsinki. Wearing of face masks is compulsory on all KLM flights. Thalys services: all passengers are required to wear a face masks. From 9 June, the rail operator will increase train frequency, notably for the route from Amsterdam, Dortmund and Paris.

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Internal restrictions:

The Dutch government has started to relax domestic coronavirus measures. The latest information on the Dutch government’s response to the coronavirus can be found here (in English) [https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands]. From 1 June 2020 it became a requirement for passengers aged 13 and over to wear a non-medical face mask on trams, buses, water buses, metros and trains. Passengers who do not wear a face mask on public transport after 1 June can be fined €95. In stations, on platforms and at bus and tram stops face masks are not required, but people must stay 1.5 metres away from others. Public transport should be used for essential travel only. Users should avoid rush hour and keep as far apart as possible. Cinemas, restaurants, cafes, and museums will be allowed to re-open on June 1 with certain conditions. Reservations will be required and the government will impose a 30 person maximum occupancy limit, including staff. Effective July 1, campgrounds and vacation parks will re-open and the maximum occupancy limit for cinemas, restaurants, cafes, and museums will rise to 100. Organized meetings up to 100 people will also be permitted. Gyms, saunas, casinos, and sports/dance schools may possibly be permitted to re-open on July 1 as well, pending a final review and announcement by the Dutch government at the end of June.

Netherlands As of June 15, the Netherlands will begin accepting tourists from European countries where the health risks are similar to or lower than in the Netherlands. (OSAC, 06.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter the Netherlands until 15 June.
-This does not apply when arriving from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom.
-This does not apply to nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland.
-This does not apply to British Nationals.
-This does not apply to nationals of Andorra, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia (Rep.), San Marino, Serbia and Vatican City (Holy See) when they transit through Netherlands to return to their country of residence.
-This does not apply to passengers with a residence permit issued to long term residents of EEA Member States, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
-This does not apply to passengers with a long-stay visa, including persons with a temporary residence permit (Machtiging Voor Voorlopig Verblijf – MVV).
-This does not apply to passengers in transit.
-This does not apply to :
– family members of nationals of Switzerland, EEA Member States and of British nationals;
– healthcare personnel;
– frontier workers;
– transport of goods personnel;
– diplomats;
– personnel of international and humanitarian organizations,
– military personnel;
– passengers traveling for emergency family reasons;
– passengers in need of international protection or for other humanitarian reasons.
2. A completed ‘Health Declaration Form’ for passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries must be presented prior to boarding any aircraft with destination the Netherlands.
3. Passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries are instructed to immediately self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

Commercial flight options are reduced. However, national carrier KLM airline has since 4 May increased the number of flights to destinations in Europe, including: Barcelona, Madrid, Roma, Milan, Budapest, Prague, Warsaw and Helsinki. Wearing of face masks is compulsory on all KLM flights. Thalys services: all passengers are required to wear a face masks. From 9 June, the rail operator will increase train frequency, notably for the route from Amsterdam, Dortmund and Paris.

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Internal restrictions:

The Dutch government has started to relax domestic coronavirus measures. The latest information on the Dutch government’s response to the coronavirus can be found here (in English) [https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/tackling-new-coronavirus-in-the-netherlands]. From 1 June 2020 it became a requirement for passengers aged 13 and over to wear a non-medical face mask on trams, buses, water buses, metros and trains. Passengers who do not wear a face mask on public transport after 1 June can be fined €95. In stations, on platforms and at bus and tram stops face masks are not required, but people must stay 1.5 metres away from others. Public transport should be used for essential travel only. Users should avoid rush hour and keep as far apart as possible. Cinemas, restaurants, cafes, and museums will be allowed to re-open on June 1 with certain conditions. Reservations will be required and the government will impose a 30 person maximum occupancy limit, including staff. Effective July 1, campgrounds and vacation parks will re-open and the maximum occupancy limit for cinemas, restaurants, cafes, and museums will rise to 100. Organized meetings up to 100 people will also be permitted. Gyms, saunas, casinos, and sports/dance schools may possibly be permitted to re-open on July 1 as well, pending a final review and announcement by the Dutch government at the end of June.

Netherlands As of June 15, the Netherlands will begin accepting tourists from European countries where the health risks are similar to or lower than in the Netherlands. (OSAC, 06.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter the Netherlands until 15 June.
-This does not apply when arriving from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom.
-This does not apply to nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland.
-This does not apply to British Nationals.
-This does not apply to nationals of Andorra, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia (Rep.), San Marino, Serbia and Vatican City (Holy See) when they transit through Netherlands to return to their country of residence.
-This does not apply to passengers with a residence permit issued to long term residents of EEA Member States, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
-This does not apply to passengers with a long-stay visa, including persons with a temporary residence permit (Machtiging Voor Voorlopig Verblijf – MVV).
-This does not apply to passengers in transit.
-This does not apply to :
– family members of nationals of Switzerland, EEA Member States and of British nationals;
– healthcare personnel;
– frontier workers;
– transport of goods personnel;
– diplomats;
– personnel of international and humanitarian organizations,
– military personnel;
– passengers traveling for emergency family reasons;
– passengers in need of international protection or for other humanitarian reasons.
2. A completed ‘Health Declaration Form’ for passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries must be presented prior to boarding any aircraft with destination the Netherlands.
3. Passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries are instructed to immediately self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

Commercial flight options are reduced. However, national carrier KLM airline has since 4 May increased the number of flights to destinations in Europe, including: Barcelona, Madrid, Roma, Milan, Budapest, Prague, Warsaw and Helsinki. Wearing of face masks is compulsory on all KLM flights.
Thalys services: all passengers are required to wear a face masks. From 9 June, the rail operator will increase train frequency, notably for the route from Amsterdam, Dortmund and Paris.

National movement restrictions: free
Restrictive measures recommended between 11 May 2020 to 31 December 2020.

Still applies the rule to stay at home as much as possible. Go outside for work only when you cannot work at home. When outside keep the distance of 1,5m.
Sport: Children up to 12 years old can exercise, exercise and follow activities together under supervision. Young people from 13 to 18 years old are allowed to exercise outside with each other under supervision, but with a distance of 1.5 meters between them. Outdoor sports in groups are allowed for all ages from May 11, if 1.5 meters can be kept apart. No competitions, no shared changing rooms or showers. From 1 June (organized and supervised by sports associations or professionals), young people aged 13 to 18 years old can exercise outside without 1.5 meters away. This relaxation already applied to children up to and including the age of 12. Sports competitions remain prohibited.
Public transport: Only use public transport if you really need to, avoid rush hour and give each other space.
As of May 11 a first cautious step is being taken to relax the visiting arrangement for nursing homes.
From June 1st Public transport is only intended for necessary trips.
In the tram, (water) bus, metro and train, it is compulsory for travelers aged 13 years and older to wear a non-medical mask. This does not apply to stations, stops and platforms; there a mask is not mandatory. Everyone here keeps 1.5 meters away from others.
Travelers who do not wear a face mask after 1 June can be fined € 95.

Non-essential shops closure: open
Restrictive measures mandatory between 01 June 2020 to 30 June 2020.

From June 1st, the following will apply:
Restaurants and cafes are open, under conditions:
a maximum of 30 guests (so excluding staff);
visitors must make reservations;
everyone keeps 1.5 meters away (except people from the same household);
in a pre-check between entrepreneur and customer it is estimated whether a visit poses risks.
There is no maximum number of people on terraces. Everyone should be seated at a table and kept 1.5 meters apart (except people from the same household).

From June 1st film, theater and concert halls may open under conditions:
a maximum of 30 people in the audience;
visitors must book in advance;
a preliminary interview to determine whether a visit poses risks;
everyone keeps 1.5 meters apart.

Museums and monuments are allowed to open if visitors buy tickets in advance and have a check-up conversation. The maximum number of visitors is dependent on the building. 1.5 meters must be kept away.
Music schools and centers for the arts are open. There is a maximum number of 30 people per building, who must keep 1.5 meters away.
Gyms remain closed.

Forecast as of July 1
If the virus remains under control, the communal toilets and showers at the campsites and holiday parks will reopen on 1 July. Also, the maximum number of visitors can hopefully be expanded to 100 people for cinemas, cultural institutions. This also applies to organized meetings, such as church services, weddings and funerals.

Events stop: partially banned
Restrictive measures mandatory between 01 June 2020 to 01 September 2020.

From June 1st 30 people are allowed to meet in public buildings. People who work there don’t count.

In principle, all events are prohibited until September 1.

This includes professional football matches, but also cultural events such as festivals, pop concerts and other musical performances.
Events are a specific category of gatherings. If the general ban on meetings would be relaxed in the future, it can be examined whether exemptions can be granted for certain performances. Cultural institutions will have to make a plan for this in which they apply the advice of RIVM on how this can be done safely.

Other: closed/cancelled
Restrictive measures mandatory between TBD to TBD.

Internal restrictions:

Gatherings of more than 100 are not permitted. This includes the closure of public places such as museums, concert venues, theatres, sports clubs and the cancellation of sports matches and other events. Such events will be banned until the start of September. No gatherings of more than two people are permitted and a distance of at least 1.5 metres must be maintained, notably in shops and public transport. All events and public gatherings are banned until 1 June. All establishments serving food and drink will be closed until 1 June 2020.

Relaxation in restrictions:
According to the authorities, measures will gradually start be lifted as below: Primary schools are to start reopening from 11 May. Likewise for small shops such as hairdressers (with appointments). Non-contact outdoor sports, such as tennis and golf, can be practiced again, however competitions remain

From 1 June restaurants, cafes and bars with outdoor seating can reopen with social distancing measures. Cinemas, cafes, bars and museums will also reopen subject to the following: a maximum of 30 people (including staff). For cinemas, the limit is 30 people per auditorium. In all cases people must be able to stay 1.5 metres apart; visitors must make a reservation or register beforehand; a check will take place first to assess possible health risks. From 1 July, campsites and holiday parks will be allowed to reopen as well as cinemas and theatres up to a maximum of 100 people. From 1 September, all sports, including contact sports and competitions will be allowed again. Saunas, casinos, cafeterias and coffee shops can open.

Netherlands 1. Passengers are not allowed to enter the Netherlands. -This does not apply when arriving from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom. -This does not apply to nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland. -This does not apply to British Nationals. -This does not apply to nationals of Andorra, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia (Rep.), San Marino, Serbia and Vatican City (Holy See) when they transit through Netherlands to return to their country of residence. -This does not apply to passengers with a residence permit issued to long term residents of EEA Member States, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. -This does not apply to passengers with a long-stay visa, including persons with a temporary residence permit (Machtiging Voor Voorlopig Verblijf – MVV). -This does not apply to passengers in transit. -This does not apply to : – family members of nationals of Switzerland, EEA Member States and of British nationals; – healthcare personnel; – frontier workers; – transport of goods personnel; – diplomats; – personnel of international and humanitarian organizations, – military personnel; – passengers traveling for emergency family reasons; – passengers in need of international protection or for other humanitarian reasons. 2. A completed ‘Health Declaration Form’ for passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries must be presented prior to boarding any aircraft with destination the Netherlands. 3. Passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries are instructed to immediately self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. Commercial flight options are reduced. However, national carrier KLM airline has since 4 May increased the number of flights to destinations in Europe, including: Barcelona, Madrid, Roma, Milan, Budapest, Prague, Warsaw and Helsinki. Wearing of face masks is compulsory on all KLM flights. Thalys services: all passengers are required to wear a face masks. From 9 June, the rail operator will increase train frequency, notably for the route from Amsterdam, Dortmund and Paris.

Internal restrictions:

Gatherings of more than 100 are not permitted. This includes the closure of public places such as museums, concert venues, theatres, sports clubs and the cancellation of sports matches and other events. Such events will be banned until the start of September. No gatherings of more than two people are permitted and a distance of at least 1.5 metres must be maintained, notably in shops and public transport. All events and public gatherings are banned until 1 June. All establishments serving food and drink will be closed until 1 June 2020. Relaxation in restrictions: According to the authorities, measures will gradually start be lifted as below: Primary schools are to start reopening from 11 May. Likewise for small shops such as hairdressers (with appointments). Non-contact outdoor sports, such as tennis and golf, can be practiced again, however competitions remain banned. From 1 June restaurants, cafes and bars with outdoor seating can reopen with social distancing measures. Cinemas, cafes, bars and museums will also reopen subject to the following: a maximum of 30 people (including staff). For cinemas, the limit is 30 people per auditorium. In all cases people must be able to stay 1.5 metres apart; visitors must make a reservation or register beforehand; a check will take place first to assess possible health risks. From 1 July, campsites and holiday parks will be allowed to reopen as well as cinemas and theatres up to a maximum of 100 people. From 1 September, all sports, including contact sports and competitions will be allowed again. Saunas, casinos, cafeterias and coffee shops can open.

Netherlands 1. Passengers are not allowed to enter the Netherlands. -This does not apply when arriving from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom. -This does not apply to nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland. -This does not apply to British Nationals. -This does not apply to passengers with a residence permit issued to long term residents of EEA Member States, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. -This does not apply to passengers with a long-stay visa, including persons with a temporary residence permit (Machtiging Voor Voorlopig Verblijf – MVV). -This does not apply to passengers in transit. -This does not apply to : – family members of nationals of Switzerland, EEA Member States and of British nationals; – healthcare personnel; – frontier workers; – transport of goods personnel; – diplomats; – personnel of international and humanitarian organizations, – military personnel; – passengers traveling for emergency family reasons; – passengers in need of international protection or for other humanitarian reasons. 2. A completed ‘Health Declaration Form’ for passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries must be presented prior to boarding any aircraft with destination the Netherlands. 3. Passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries are instructed to immediately self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. Thalys services: all passengers are required to wear a face mask from 11 May. From 9 June, the rail operator will increase train frequency, notably for the route from Amsterdam, Dortmund and Paris.

Internal restrictions:

Gatherings of more than 100 are not permitted. This includes the closure of public places such as museums, concert venues, theatres, sports clubs and the cancellation of sports matches and other events. Such events will be banned until the start of September. No gatherings of more than two people are permitted and a distance of at least 1.5 metres must be maintained, notably in shops and public transport. All events and public gatherings are banned until 1 June. Gyms, cannabis cafes and sex clubs are closed. All special measures put in place have been extended until at least 19 May. Relaxation in restrictions: According to the authorities, measures will gradually start be lifted as below: Primary schools are to start reopening from 11 May. Likewise for small shops such as hairdressers (with appointments). Non-contact outdoor sports, such as tennis and golf, can be practiced again, however competitions remain banned.

From 1 June restaurants, cafes and bars with outdoor seating can reopen with social distancing measures. Cinemas, cafes, bars and museums will also reopen subject to the following: a maximum of 30 people (including staff). For cinemas, the limit is 30 people per auditorium. In all cases people must be able to stay 1.5 metres apart; visitors must make a reservation or register beforehand; a check will take place first to assess possible health risks. From 1 July, campsites and holiday parks will be allowed to reopen as well as cinemas and theatres up to a maximum of 100 people. From 1 September, all sports, including contact sports and competitions will be allowed again. Saunas, casinos, cafeterias and coffee shops can open.

Netherlands

International restrictions:

Foreign travellers who do not fall under the latest authorities exemptions are barred from entering the country until 15 June. Travellers heading to the Netherlands from a high risk Covid-19 transmission country need to fill in a health declaration certificate prior to boarding, which can be found on this website. The definitions of ‘high-risk countries’ can be found on this website . Passengers arriving from a high risk COVID-19 transmission country are required to self-quarantine for 14-days. Exceptions include: EU citizens (including nationals of the United Kingdom) and their family members; Nationals of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland and their family members; Third-country nationals who hold a residence card or residence permit in accordance with Directive 2003/109 / EC (the Long-Term Residents Directive); Third-country nationals who derive their right of residence from other European directives or from the national law of a Member State; Holders of a long-stay visa, including those with a temporary residence permit (MVV). Other persons with an essential function or need, including: Personnel working in Health Care; Border workers; Persons employed in the transportation of goods, where necessary; Diplomats; Military personnel; Personnel of international and humanitarian organizations; Persons who have compelling reasons to visit their families; Transit passengers who wish to travel via the Netherlands to another third country; Persons in need of international protection; the border procedure applies in full; Persons who are admitted for humanitarian reasons. Thalys services: all passengers are required to wear a face mask from 11 May. From 9 June, the rail operator will increase train frequency, notably for the route from Amsterdam, Dortmund and Paris.

Internal restrictions:

Gatherings of more than 100 are not permitted. This includes the closure of public places such as museums, concert venues, theatres, sports clubs and the cancellation of sports matches and other events. Such events will be banned until the start of September. No gatherings of more than two people are permitted and a distance of at least 1.5 metres must be maintained, notably in shops and public transport. All events and public gatherings are banned until 1 June. Gyms, cannabis cafes and sex clubs are closed. All special measures put in place have been extended until at least 19 May. Relaxation in restrictions: According to the authorities, measures will gradually start be lifted as below: Primary schools are to start reopening from 11 May. Likewise for small shops such as hairdressers (with appointments). Non-contact outdoor sports, such as tennis and golf, can be practiced again, however competitions remain banned. From 1 June restaurants, cafes and bars with outdoor seating can reopen with social distancing measures. Cinemas, cafes, bars and museums will also reopen subject to the following: a maximum of 30 people (including staff). For cinemas, the limit is 30 people per auditorium. In all cases people must be able to stay 1.5 metres apart; visitors must make a reservation or register beforehand; a check will take place first to assess possible health risks. From 1 July, campsites and holiday parks will be allowed to reopen as well as cinemas and theatres up to a maximum of 100 people. From 1 September, all sports, including contact sports and competitions will be allowed again. Saunas, casinos, cafeterias and coffee shops can open.

Netherlands

International restrictions:

Flight restrictions for flights from Austria, China, Hong Kong, Iran, Italy, South Korea and Spain. Foreign travellers who do not fall under the latest authorities exemptions will be barred from entering the country until 15 May. Travellers heading to the Netherlands from a high risk Covid-19 transmission country need to fill in a health declaration certificate prior to boarding, which can be found on this website. The definitions of ‘high-risk countries’ can be found on this website. Passengers arriving from a high risk COVID-19 transmission country are required to self-quarantine for 14-days. Exceptions include: EU citizens (including nationals of the United Kingdom) and their family members; Nationals of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland and their family members; Third-country nationals who hold a residence card or residence permit in accordance with Directive 2003/109 / EC (the Long-Term Residents Directive); Third-country nationals who derive their right of residence from other European directives or from the national law of a Member State; Holders of a long-stay visa, including those with a temporary residence permit (MVV). Other persons with a vital function or need (Healthcare personnel, Frontier workers; Persons employed in the transport of goods, if necessary; Diplomats; Military personnel; Personnel of international and humanitarian organizations; Persons who have compelling reasons to visit their family; Transit passengers who want to travel to another third country via the Netherlands; Persons in need of international protection; the border procedure applies in full; Persons admitted for humanitarian reasons. Thalys services: all passengers are required to wear a face mask from 11 May. From 9 June, the rail operator will increase train frequency, notably for the route from Amsterdam, Dortmund and Paris.

Internal restrictions:

Gatherings of more than 100 are not permitted. This includes the closure of public places such as museums, concert venues, theatres, sports clubs and the cancellation of sports matches and other events. Such events will be banned until the start of September. No gatherings of more than two people are permitted and a distance of at least 1.5 metres must be maintained, notably in shops and public transport. All events and public gatherings are banned until 1 June. Gyms, cannabis cafes and sex clubs are closed. All special measures put in place have been extended until at least 19 May.

Relaxation in restrictions: According to the authorities, measures will gradually start be lifted as below: Primary schools are to start reopening from 11 May. Likewise for small shops such as hairdressers (with appointments). Non-contact outdoor sports, such as tennis and golf, can be practiced again, however competitions remain banned. From 1 June restaurants, cafes and bars with outdoor seating can reopen with social distancing measures. Cinemas, cafes, bars and museums will also reopen subject to the following: a maximum of 30 people (including staff). For cinemas, the limit is 30 people per auditorium. In all cases people must be able to stay 1.5 metres apart; visitors must make a reservation or register beforehand; a check will take place first to assess possible health risks. From 1 July, campsites and holiday parks will be allowed to reopen as well as cinemas and theatres up to a maximum of 100 people. From 1 September, all sports, including contact sports and competitions will be allowed again. Saunas, casinos, cafeterias and coffee shops can open.

Netherlands Government to begin phased easing of lockdown on 6 May (Reuters, 06.05.2020) 1. Passengers are not allowed to enter the Netherlands. -This does not apply to nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland. -This does not apply to British Nationals. -This does not apply to passengers with a residence permit issued to long term residents of EEA Member States, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

-This does not apply to passengers with a long-stay visa, including persons with a temporary residence permit (Machtiging Voor Voorlopig Verblijf – MVV).-This does not apply to passengers in transit. -This does not apply to: – family members of nationals of Switzerland, EEA Member States and of British nationals; – healthcare personnel; – frontier workers; – transport of goods personnel; – diplomats; – personnel of international and humanitarian organizations, – military personnel; – passengers traveling for emergency family reasons; – passengers in need of international protection or for other humanitarian reasons. 2. A completed ‘Health Declaration Form’ for passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries must be presented prior to boarding any aircraft with destination the Netherlands. 3. Passengers departing from high risk Coronavirus (COVID-19) countries are instructed to immediately self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

International restrictions:

Flight restrictions for flights from Austria, China, Hong Kong, Iran, Italy, South Korea and Spain. Foreign travellers who do not fall under the latest authorities exemptions will be barred from entering the country until 15 May. Travellers heading to the Netherlands from a high risk Covid-19 transmission country need to fill in a health declaration certificate prior to boarding. Passengers arriving from a high risk COVID-19 transmission country are required to self-quarantine for 14-days. Exceptions include: EU citizens (including nationals of the United Kingdom) and their family members; Nationals of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland and their family members; Third-country nationals who hold a residence card or residence permit in accordance with Directive 2003/109 / EC (the Long-Term Residents Directive); Third-country nationals who derive their right of residence from other European directives or from the national law of a Member State; Holders of a long-stay visa, including those with a temporary residence permit (MVV). Other persons with a vital function or need (Healthcare personnel, Frontier workers; Persons employed in the transport of goods, if necessary; Diplomats; Military personnel; Personnel of international and humanitarian organizations;

Persons who have compelling reasons to visit their family; Transit passengers who want to travel to another third country via the Netherlands; Persons in need of international protection; the border procedure applies in full; Persons admitted for humanitarian reasons.

Internal restrictions:

Gatherings of more than 100 are to be cancelled. This includes the closure of public places such as museums, concert venues, theatres, sports clubs and the cancellation of sports matches and other events. Such events will be banned until the start of September. No gatherings of more than two people are permitted and a distance of at least 1.5 metres must be maintained, notably in shops and public transport. All events and public gatherings are banned until 1 June. Gyms, cannabis cafes and sex clubs are closed. Restaurants and bars will remain closed until at least 20 May.

All special measures put in place have been extended until 28 April at least. Relaxation in restrictions: According to the authorities, measures will gradually start be lifted as below: Primary schools are to start reopening from 11 May. Likewise for small shops such as hairdressers (with appointments). Non-contact outdoor sports, such as tennis and golf, can be practiced again, however competitions remain banned. Children up to 12 years old may resume playing sports in teams, as long as it is not against each other. Same for children 12-18 years old who can exercise sports in teams but keeping 1.5 metres distance. Secondary schools are to reopen from 1 June. Further details wil be made available closer to these dates.

Public transport will also resume its services to a normal timetable – although only 40% of its seats will be available, provided individuals wear a face mask. A maximum of ten people can sit together outside bars. Restaurants, theatres and cinemas will open their doors for a maximum of 30 people. Libraries will also reopen. From 1 July, campsites and holiday parks will be allowed to reopen as well as restaurants, cinemas and theatres up to a maximum of 100 people. From 1 September, all sports, including contact sports and competitions will be allowed again. Saunas, casinos, cafeterias and coffee shops can open.

Netherlands Government to begin phased easing of lockdown on 6 May (Reuters, 06.05.2020=

International restrictions:

Flight restrictions for flights from Austria, China, Hong Kong, Iran, Italy, South Korea and Spain.
Foreign travellers who do not fall under the latest authorities exemptions will be barred from entering the country until 15 May.
Travellers heading to the Netherlands from a high risk Covid-19 transmision country need to fill in a health declaration certificate prior to boarding.

Exceptions include:
EU citizens (including nationals of the United Kingdom) and their family members;
Nationals of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland and their family members;
Third-country nationals who hold a residence card or residence permit in accordance with Directive 2003/109 / EC (the Long-Term Residents Directive);
Third-country nationals who derive their right of residence from other European directives or from the national law of a Member State;
Holders of a long-stay visa, including those with a temporary residence permit (MVV).
Other persons with a vital function or need (Healthcare personnel, Frontier workers; Persons employed in the transport of goods, if necessary; Diplomats; Military personnel; Personnel of international and humanitarian organizations; Persons who have compelling reasons to visit their family; Transit passengers who want to travel to another third country via the Netherlands; Persons in need of international protection; the border procedure applies in full; Persons admitted for humanitarian reasons.

Internal restrictions:

Gatherings of more than 100 are to be cancelled. This includes the closure of public places such as museums, concert venues, theatres, sports clubs and the cancellation of sports matches and other events. Such events will be banned until the start of September.
No gatherings of more than two people are permitted and a distance of at least 1.5 metres must be maintained, notably in shops and public transport.
All events and public gatherings are banned until 1 June.
Gyms, cannabis cafes and sex clubs are closed. Restaurants and bars will remain closed until at least 20 May.
All special measures put in place have been extended until 28 April at least.

Relaxation in restrictions: According to the authorities, measures will gradually start be lifted as below: Primary schools are to start reopening from 11 May. Likewise for small shops such as hairdressers (with appointments). Non-contact outdoor sports, such as tennis and golf, can be practiced again, however competitions remain banned. Children up to 12 years old may resume playing sports in teams, as long as it is not against each other. Same for children 12-18 years old who can exercise sports in teams but keeping 1.5 metres distance. Secondary schools are to reopen from 1 June. Further details wil be made available closer to these dates. Public transport will also resume its services to a normal timetable – although only 40% of its seats will be available, provided individuals wear a face mask. A maximum of ten people can sit together outside bars. Restaurants, theatres and cinemas will open their doors for a maximum of 30 people. Libraries will also reopen. From 1 July, campsites and holiday parks will be allowed to reopen as well as restaurants, cinemas and theatres up to a maximum of 100 people. From 1 September, all sports, including contact sports and competitions will be allowed again. Saunas, casinos, cafeterias and coffee shops can open.