15 Oct 2021 | 03:29 PM UTC
Netherlands: Authorities maintaining COVID-19 measures as of Oct. 15 /update 48
The Netherlands maintaining COVID-19 measures as of Oct. 15; domestic and internatioanl entry restrictions remain in place.
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The Netherlands is maintaining measures imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19 as of Oct. 15. Authorities classify countries as low, high, or very high risk according to the local COVID-19 situation. Nonessential travel is permitted from EU and Schengen Area countries, Dutch Caribbean Territories, and designated low-risk countries. Nonessential travel is also permitted for fully vaccinated individuals from all countries. Exemptions are in place for healthcare workers, people traveling to seek medical attention, those traveling for urgent family reasons, staff traveling to or from British or Dutch drilling platforms, air or sea crews traveling in the performance of their work, transiting EEA or Schengen Area residents, and returning Dutch nationals and residents.
Travelers from low-risk countries within the EU or Schengen Area may enter without restriction. Travelers from high-risk countries within the EU or Schengen Area must possess proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 or a negative PCR test taken in the 48 hours prior to entry or a negative antigen test taken in the 24 hours prior to entry. Permitted travelers from low and high-risk countries outside the EU or Schengen Area must meet the same requirements. Permitted travelers from very high-risk countries must have proof of vaccination in addition to a negative test meeting the same conditions as specified above; any permitted unvaccinated travelers will be required to isolate on entry for 10 days.
All arrivals via air must complete a health declaration form prior to travel, available by clicking here. For a full list of countries and territories by classification, as well as relevant entry requirements, click here.
Domestic Restrictions
Authorities require residents to possess a digital health certificate to enter certain public spaces including catering facilities, cultural venues, and event spaces. The health certificate, either the Netherlands' CoronaCheck or the EU Digital COVID Certificate, will certify whether the carrier is vaccinated, has recovered from the disease, or tested negative within the previous 24 hours.
Most establishments and businesses can currently operate provided they adhere to social distancing protocols. Facemasks remain mandatory on public transport. There are no restrictions on private and public indoor and outdoor gatherings. A summary of official domestic COVID-19 restrictions is available by clicking here.
Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.
