As New Zealand’s diplomatic representation in the Netherlands, the Embassy of New Zealand in The Hague handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Eisenhowerlaan 77 N, 2517 KK The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 346 93 24 |
| Fax | +31 70 363 29 83 |
| hague.info@mfat.govt.nz | |
| Website | www.mfat.govt.nz/en/countries-and-regions/europe/netherlands/new-zealand-embassy |
| Head of Mission | Charlotte Mary Frater, Ambassador |
| National Day | 6 February |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Eisenhowerlaan 77 N (2517 KK The Hague).
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
The embassy and its network in the Netherlands
Charlotte Mary Frater heads the embassy as ambassador; the Dutch protocol list gives 4 February 2026 as the date of the presentation of credentials. Unlike in most countries, the embassies in the Netherlands are not in the capital Amsterdam but in The Hague, the seat of government.
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- New Zealand passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Visas for travellers who need one for New Zealand
Documents checklist
What New Zealand citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official New Zealand government information:
Renewing a New Zealand passport from abroad
- Renew online on passports.govt.nz (applicants 16 and over) – only the passport offices in London, Sydney and New Zealand issue passports
- Paper applications are possible but take longer
- Urgent processing (3 working days) is available for an extra fee
- In an emergency, a New Zealand embassy may issue an Emergency Travel Document with restricted validity
Sources: New Zealand Government – renew or replace your adult passport, New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade – passports and visas (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the website first.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
Dutch citizens do not need a visa for short stays in New Zealand, but must obtain an electronic travel authorisation before departure. The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the current entry rules in its travel advice (in Dutch); check it before booking.
Closing days
The embassy is normally closed on Dutch public holidays and on New Zealand’s national day (6 February). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +31 70 346 93 24. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with Dutch authorities. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844.
Diplomatic missions of New Zealand in the Netherlands
New Zealand in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of New Zealand (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of New Zealand in The Hague
What is the address of the New Zealand Embassy in the Netherlands?
At Eisenhowerlaan 77 N, 2517 KK The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of New Zealand to the Netherlands?
Charlotte Mary Frater, who presented credentials on 4 February 2026, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Is the New Zealand Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of New Zealand is 6 February; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
No visa, but an electronic travel authorisation is required before departure.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – ambassadors in the Netherlands (as of 2 September 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for New Zealand (Nederland Wereldwijd), www.mfat.govt.nz/en/countries-and-regions/europe/netherlands/new-zealand-embassy. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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