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Health insurance is compulsory. Here is how Dutch healthcare works – and which other insurances are wise.

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Healthcare

Health insurance

Living or working here? Basic health insurance is compulsory – take it out within four months.

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Your GP (huisarts)

Register with a GP near your home. The GP is your first stop and refers you to a hospital.

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Dentist

Adult dental care is not in the basic package. Many people add supplementary insurance.

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Pregnancy and birth

A midwife guides most pregnancies. Maternity care at home follows the birth.

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Other insurances

Liability insurance

Cheap and highly recommended – it covers damage you cause to others.

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Home and contents

Contents insurance covers your belongings; a home owner also insures the building.

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Car insurance

Third-party insurance is compulsory for every car on the road.

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Travel and legal

Travel insurance for trips abroad, legal expenses insurance for disputes.

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General information, not legal advice. Rules and amounts change – always check the official source before you decide.