Embassy of the Netherlands in Finland

The Embassy of the Netherlands in Helsinki, Finland is at Erottajankatu 19B, 00130 Helsinki; phone +3589228920; email hel@minbuza.nl; website netherlandsworldwide.nl.

Netherlands has 7 consulates or other missions in Finland: Consulate of the Netherlands in Kuopio, Finland; Consulate of the Netherlands in Mariehamn, Finland; Consulate of the Netherlands in Oulu, Finland; Consulate of the Netherlands in Rovaniemi, Finland; Consulate of the Netherlands in Tampere, Finland; Consulate of the Netherlands in Turku, Finland; Consulate of the Netherlands in Vaasa, Finland.

Citizens of Finland can enter Netherlands without a visa. Check the rules with the embassy of Netherlands before travelling.

The Netherlands is an appealing destination for Finnish visitors, known for its picturesque canals, tulip fields, windmills, and historic cities. Its mix of urban sophistication and quaint charm draws millions of tourists annually. Given that 1.8 million Finns travel abroad each year, a portion of them may find the Netherlands an attractive option.

The Netherlands is considered one of the safest countries in Europe for tourists, including those from Finland. It ranks 9th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, closely matching Finland's 8th place. According to the Global Peace Index, the Netherlands is ranked 18th out of 160 countries, while Finland is 13th, indicating similar safety levels.

In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in the Netherlands is notably low at 0.7 per 100,000 people, compared to Finland's 1.6. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with the Netherlands at 0.4 versus Finland's 1.1.

While there are some differences in organized crime indices, the overall safety perception remains high in both countries. The Netherlands has slightly higher scores in areas like organized crime and drug trade, but these do not significantly impact the general safety for tourists. Overall, travelers from Finland can feel secure visiting the Netherlands.