Health Insurance in the Netherlands
Find out about the State provided services that you may be entitled to in the Netherlands...
The Netherlands is a full member of the European Union and forms part of the European Economic Area (EEA). All EU/EEA nationals working in the Netherlands have the same rights as Dutch nationals with regard to social security benefits. Their families and immediate dependants are entitled to join them and benefit from similar rights.
For non-EU citizens the same benefits may not apply, and they are advised to take out private insurance. However, many countries, including the United States, have developed their own agreements with the Netherlands for the benefit of their nationals residing temporarily or permanently in the country. Other nationalities should check with their own benefit agency.
As from 1 January 2006 the Healthcare Insurance Act (Zorgverzekeringswet) came into force and the former two-tier public/private healthcare system was replaced by a single system for everyone.
- For further information about social security benefits see Contributions and Benefits