As an international student in The Netherlands, you must register with a local GP (GP = General
Practitioner = Doctor) as soon as receive your BSN number. It is the law as everything related to
healthcare in The Netherlands starts with your GP.
This service gives you immediate access to a doctor, prescriptions (including refills) and help with the GP registration:
Instant access to a doctor without your BSN
1 tele-consultation to learn your medical history
Access to e-prescriptions
Help finding and registering with a GP
Doctors available in over 10 different languages!
€99 one-time payment
This service is very likely covered by your health insurance provider. In this case, the €99 payment is
refunded by your insurance company. We will know for sure when we conduct the medical
consultation where we will also discuss your medical history.
This is a great service to give you peace of mind while also adhering to the legal requirements of
living in The Netherlands.
IMPORTANT: If you have a medical emergency, you should seek help at the emergency room.
TELE HEALTH CONSULTATION
E-PRESCRIPTIONS
MULTIPLE LANGUAGES
GP SEARCH AND REGISTRATION
Safe & Sound provides services for international students. These services focus on arriving and settling in so you are prepared to start your studies.