Embassy of the Netherlands in Canberra, Australia; address 120 Empire Circuit, 2600, Yarralumla; phone +61262209400. Head of mission: Ms. Ardi…
Head of mission: Ms. Ardi Stoios-Braken, Ambassador (as listed in the diplomatic list of Netherlands, 6 Dec 2024)
Also accredited to: Solomon Islands, Nauru
Head of mission: Mr. Hugo Maarten Klijn, Consul-General (as listed in the diplomatic list of Australia, 11 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Hugo Klijn, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Netherlands, 6 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Frank Weits, Honorary Consul (as of 2024)
Head of mission: Ms. Marjon Wind, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Netherlands, 6 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Peter Sypkes, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Richard Mendelsohn, Honorary Consul (as of 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Anthony Willinge, Honorary Consul (as of 2024)
The Netherlands is an appealing destination for many Australian travelers, thanks to its picturesque canals, tulip fields, windmills, and historic cities. Each year, around 300,000 Australians travel internationally, and a portion of them may find the unique blend of urban and rural attractions in the Netherlands particularly enticing.
The Netherlands is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Australia. It ranks 9th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, the Netherlands is the 18th safest country out of 160, closely following Australia, which ranks 19th. Both countries have identical murder rates of 0.7 per 100,000 people, with similar rates for female murders. In terms of organized crime, the Netherlands has slightly higher indices for some categories compared to Australia, but overall, both nations maintain relatively low levels of organized crime. In summary, tourists from Australia can feel safe visiting the Netherlands, as it offers a comparable safety level to their home country.