Doctors and healthcare

You can find a GP near your home via ZorgkaartNederland by entering your postcode in the top right corner. Some practices allow you to register online, while others require a short appointment. Most GPs speak English, and many practices have English-language websites.

It’s also useful to register with a dentist or tandarts in Dutch after arrival. You can find one in your area through ZorgkaartNederland as well. You can contact a dentist directly for appointments – a GP referral is not needed. Please note that basic Dutch health insurance usually does not cover dental care, so you may need to pay out of pocket or purchase additional dental coverage.

• Call 112 – for emergencies (ambulance, police, fire brigade)
• Call 0900-8844 – for non-emergency police matters
• Call 030 253 4444 – Utrecht University Security

Please note! Do not go to a hospital emergency room unless you have an actual emergency. To see a GP during the weekend or at night, go to a GP Urgent Care Center , Huisartsenpost in Dutch, or call 0900-4501450

In case of medical issues or emergencies, such as ambulance, police, or fire services, our student website provides useful guidance.