Europe
Pet travel to The Hague
NVWA compliance for the seat of Dutch government — arrivals via Schiphol or Rotterdam Airport.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
EU Health Certificate or valid EU pet passport
- 2
ISO-compliant microchip (15-digit)
- 3
Rabies vaccination current and documented
- 4
NVWA import notification (non-EU origin)
These are the official entry rules for Netherlands.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for Netherlands.
The Hague is served by Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM, 15 km) and Schiphol (AMS, 60 km). The Netherlands' NVWA handles all non-EU pet imports; we pre-file all NVWA notifications and coordinate timeslots to prevent inspection delays. Cats are exempt from tapeworm treatment.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle The Hague.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for The Hague.
Permit Filing
Our team files all import permits and advance notifications on your behalf, tracking approval status in real time.
Veterinary Coordination
We work with your vet or our partner clinics to issue compliant health certificates timed precisely to departure.
Airport Concierge
A dedicated chaperone manages customs inspection, APHIS or border authority clearance, and handover at destination.
Local Logistics
Getting your pet into The Hague.
The Hague is served by both Schiphol (AMS, 45 min) and Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM, 20 min). Most international arrivals land at AMS for NVWA clearance; we arrange ground transfer to The Hague from either airport.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
7–14 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in The Hague.
B-aparthotel Kennedy
B-aparthotel Kennedy allows 2 dogs of any size for an additional fee of €20 per pet, per night. Sorry, no cats. Pets cannot be left unattended.
KD 883 - Vakantiepark Kijkduin
This 2-bedroom chalet in the Hague is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
En Suite
En Suite allows dogs of any size for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request. A dog bed and food & water bowls are provided for four-legged
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in The Hague.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in The Hague. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating The Hague with your pet.
One of the biggest anxieties of pet travel is local transit. Here's everything you need to know before you land.
Public Transit
HTM trams and buses allow dogs with a valid dog ticket. The Randstadrail connects The Hague to Rotterdam and Zoetermeer; dogs accepted on leads outside peak hours.
Private Cars
Our Hague transfer network covers RTM and Schiphol airports and city-wide journeys. All vehicles pet-confirmed; Scheveningen Beach and dune transfers available.
On Foot
The Zeeheldenkwartier and Statenkwartier neighbourhoods are superb for walking. We map the off-lead forest paths in Scheveningse Bosjes and the beach access windows at Scheveningen.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
The Hague, with your dog.
Every pet's travel style is different. Contact our team for customised local intelligence and pet-friendly recommendations for The Hague.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Dierenkliniek Statenkwartier
Export Clinic
Veterinaire Praktijk Benoordenhout
Benoordenhoutseweg 22, 2596 BC The Hague
4 km from City Centre
Mon–Fri 8:30–17:30, Sat 9:00–12:00
Boarding & Daycare
Hondenpension Haagse Bosjes
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for The Hague: permits, vet appointments, and health certificates timed precisely to your departure window so nothing expires before you board.
Local Intelligence, Pre-loaded
Vetted stays, pet-safe transit routes, and emergency contacts, all curated for The Hague and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about The Hague.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
