Aperçu
The U.S. Embassy in The Hague is the headquarters of the U.S. Mission to the Netherlands, overseeing a partnership rooted in over 400 years of shared history and values. The mission focuses on security cooperation within NATO, promoting the massive U.S.-Dutch economic relationship, and engaging with the numerous international legal tribunals and organizations based in The Hague. The embassy also oversees a Consulate General in Amsterdam.Lire plusLire moins
Services de Visa
The Netherlands is a member of the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), so the mission does not process tourist or business visas for Dutch citizens. All visa services, including work, student, and immigrant visas, are handled by the U.S. Consulate General in Amsterdam. The embassy in The Hague does not provide any visa services to the public.Lire plusLire moins
Services Consulaires
The American Citizen Services (ACS) unit for the entire Netherlands is located at the Consulate General in Amsterdam. The embassy in The Hague does not offer routine ACS services like passport renewals or notarial acts. U.S. citizens in need of assistance should contact the Consulate General in Amsterdam.
Soutien Commercial et Ă l'Exportation
The U.S. Commercial Service works to support the immense U.S.-Dutch trade and investment relationship. The Netherlands is a primary destination for U.S. exports and a top source of foreign direct investment into the U.S. The service focuses on sectors like life sciences, technology, and energy.
Opportunités d'Investissement
The embassy is a key promoter of the two-way investment relationship. Through the SelectUSA program, it actively encourages Dutch companies to invest and create jobs in the United States. It also provides support for U.S. companies operating in or expanding into the Dutch market.
Soutien aux Entreprises
The embassy's Economic Section analyzes the Dutch economy and advocates for U.S. business interests. It works with the Dutch government on issues of trade, investment, and regulatory policy, ensuring a strong and open commercial environment for the thousands of U.S. firms active in the Netherlands.
Programmes Culturels et Éducatifs
The Public Affairs section manages a variety of programs to highlight the long-standing U.S.-Dutch friendship. It oversees the prestigious Fulbright Program and supports educational exchanges, cultural events, and speaker programs that reinforce the shared commitment to democracy and human rights.
Informations sur les Rendez-vous
There are no consular appointments at the U.S. Embassy in The Hague. All appointments for visa services and American Citizen Services must be made online with the U.S. Consulate General in Amsterdam.
Notes Spéciales
The embassy is located in a modern, highly secure compound in Wassenaar, just outside The Hague. It is not easily accessible by public transport. Visitors must have a scheduled appointment for official business and are subject to strict security screening.