The Embassy of the United States in The Hague represents the United States in the Netherlands and serves US citizens living in the country. Despite its name, the embassy is located in Wassenaar, just outside The Hague.
Contact Details
| Address | John Adams Park 1, 2244 BZ Wassenaar, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 310 22 09 |
| Website | nl.usembassy.gov |
| Head of Mission | Joseph V. Popolo, Ambassador |
| National Day | 4 July |
Opening Hours
The official website gives no fixed public hours – visits are by appointment only (checked October 2026). The embassy in The Hague has no consular section – passports, U.S. citizen services and visas are handled by the U.S. Consulate General in Amsterdam. Bring photo ID; phones are not allowed inside.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at John Adams Park 1, 2244 BZ Wassenaar. Wassenaar is a separate municipality on the northern edge of The Hague.
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Appointment: required – see the official website.
- Good to know: The embassy in The Hague has no consular section – passports, U.S. citizen services and visas are handled by the U.S. Consulate General in Amsterdam. Bring photo ID; phones are not allowed inside.
- 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
According to the Dutch government, the United States is represented by Ambassador Joseph V. Popolo (credentials presented 29 October 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. The United States also has a consulate general in Amsterdam.
Consular services
Consular services are not provided at the embassy in The Hague: US citizens apply for passports and other documents – and visitors for visas – at the US Consulate General in Amsterdam.
Documents checklist
Prepare these documents before your appointment. The lists are taken from official US sources:
Renewing a U.S. passport abroad
- Contact the U.S. embassy or consulate for your area for its submission instructions
- Renewal with Form DS-82 is possible only if your last passport was issued within the last 15 years, when you were 16 or older, and has never been reported lost or stolen
- The passport must be in your current name – otherwise bring the marriage certificate, divorce decree or other name-change document
- If you do not qualify (e.g. lost or stolen passport, or issued more than 15 years ago) you must apply in person
- Abroad you pay only the passport fee (book: $130) – no expedite fee
Sources: U.S. Department of State – renew your passport, U.S. Department of State – where to apply (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?
Yes. According to the official website, visits are by appointment only.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for the United States?
Dutch citizens do not need a visa for short stays in the United States (up to 90 days), but must obtain an electronic travel authorisation before departure. Details: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice (in Dutch).
Closing days
Like most offices in the Netherlands, the embassy closes on public holidays – including Easter Monday, King’s Day and Christmas and on the United States’ national day (4 July). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
US nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +31 70 310 22 09. 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 States in the Netherlands
The United States in the Netherlands
- Wassenaar – Embassy of the United States (this page)
- Amsterdam – Consulate General
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of the United States in The Hague
What is the address of the US Embassy in the Netherlands?
At John Adams Park 1, 2244 BZ Wassenaar.
Do I need an appointment at the US Embassy in The Hague?
Yes. According to its official website, visits are by appointment only.
Who is the ambassador of the United States to the Netherlands?
Joseph V. Popolo, who presented credentials on 29 October 2025, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
When is the US national day?
The national day of the United States is 4 July; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do I need a visa for the United States with a Dutch passport?
No visa, but an electronic travel authorisation is required before departure.
Is there a US consulate outside The Hague?
Yes: consulate general in Amsterdam.
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 – ambassadors in the Netherlands (as of 2 September 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for the United States (Nederland Wereldwijd), nl.usembassy.gov. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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