Emergency numbers, tourist police, hospitals, scams and safety tips for Amsterdam, Netherlands. Every Safety Centre page is pre-cached in the free CityNav app, so these numbers load instantly — even with no signal or roaming data.
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Hospital emergency departments (Spoedeisende Hulp, SEH) treat urgent cases. EU visitors use the EHIC/GHIC; others pay and claim via insurance. Dial 112 for emergencies. For non-urgent care after hours contact a GP post (huisartsenpost); the pharmacy (apotheek) advises on minor issues.
Most embassies are in The Hague (the seat of government) rather than Amsterdam, with some consulates in the city. Search your own country's embassy directory for the exact address.
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| English | Local | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Help! | Help! | help |
| Call the police | Bel de politie | bel duh po-LEET-see |
| I need a doctor | Ik heb een dokter nodig | ik hep un DOK-ter NO-dikh |
| Where is the hospital? | Waar is het ziekenhuis? | vahr is het ZEE-ken-house |
| I'm lost | Ik ben verdwaald | ik ben ver-DVAALD |
Dial 112 for police, ambulance and fire. For non-emergency police matters call 0900-8844.
Amsterdam is generally safe at night, but the Red Light District and station areas draw pickpockets and aggressive touts, so keep valuables secure and stay aware.
Call 112 if in danger; otherwise report to police at 0900-8844 or a station and get a report for insurance. Cancel stolen cards immediately.
Yes. Dutch police widely speak excellent English, so reporting issues is straightforward for visitors.
Last verified: 2026-08-14
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