Embassy of the Netherlands in Wellington, New Zealand; address Kiwi Wealth Building 10th Floor 20 Ballance Street, 6011, Wellington; phone +6444716390. Head…
Head of mission: Mr. Ard van der Vorst, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of New Zealand, 20 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Sake Hitman, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. George Hooft, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of New Zealand, 20 Nov 2024)
The Netherlands is an appealing destination for some travelers from New Zealand, thanks to its famous canals, tulip fields, windmills, and historic cities. With around 200,000 New Zealanders traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find the country's unique blend of urban sophistication and rustic charm attractive.
The Netherlands is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from New Zealand. It ranks 9th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, it is the 18th safest country out of 160 worldwide, though New Zealand ranks higher at 4th place. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in the Netherlands is significantly lower than in New Zealand, with 0.7 per 100,000 people compared to New Zealand's 2.6. The Netherlands also has lower rates for female murders (0.4 vs. 1.1). Regarding organized crime, both countries have similar scores for mafia presence (4.5), but the Netherlands has higher indices for crime networks (6.0) and human trafficking (5.5), indicating some areas of concern. However, overall, the Netherlands remains a safe choice for travelers.