The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in The Hague represents the United Arab Emirates in the Netherlands and serves Emirati citizens living in the country.
Contact Details
| Address | Eisenhowerlaan 130, 2517 KN The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 338 43 70 |
| Fax | +31 70 338 43 73 |
| hagueemb@mofa.gov.ae | |
| Website | www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/the-hague |
| Head of Mission | Ameirah Obaid Mohamed Obaid Alhefeiti, Ambassador |
| National Day | 2 December |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026). Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to Eisenhowerlaan 130, 2517 KN The Hague.
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday 09:00–16:00, according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026).
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
The embassy and its network in the Netherlands
The ambassador is Ameirah Obaid Mohamed Obaid Alhefeiti (in post since 29 January 2025). The Hague is the seat of the Dutch government and of international institutions such as the International Court of Justice, the International Criminal Court and the OPCW, so many embassies in the city also follow their work.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Emirati passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
What Emirati citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Emirati government information:
Renewing a UAE passport abroad
- Possible when the passport has expired or has one year or less of validity left
- Apply online through ICP or the MoFA smart services with UAE PASS (“Renew Passports of UAE Nationals Abroad”) and note the reference number
- A personal photo meeting ICAO standards (not identical to the current passport photo)
- A letter from the embassy confirming the reason for your stay abroad (e.g. study, treatment or work)
- Hand in the original passport and photo at the embassy, pay the fee there and collect the renewed passport later
Sources: Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship (ICP) – renew passports of UAE nationals abroad, UAE Government portal (u.ae) – the Emirati passport (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?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Travelling from the Netherlands to the United Arab Emirates
Dutch citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in the United Arab Emirates (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. 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 the United Arab Emirates’ national day (2 December). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +31 70 338 43 70. Embassies can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844.
Diplomatic missions of the United Arab Emirates in the Netherlands
The United Arab Emirates in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in The Hague
What is the address of the Emirati Embassy in the Netherlands?
At Eisenhowerlaan 130, 2517 KN The Hague.
What are the opening hours of the Emirati Embassy in The Hague?
Monday to Friday 09:00–16:00, according to the official website (October 2026). Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the Netherlands?
Ameirah Obaid Mohamed Obaid Alhefeiti, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Is the Emirati Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of the United Arab Emirates is 2 December; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do I need a visa for the United Arab Emirates with a Dutch passport?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – a valid passport is required.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: official website of the embassy (checked October 2026), Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for the United Arab Emirates (Nederland Wereldwijd), www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/the-hague. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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