About Netherlands's Correctional System
Netherlands's correctional system is managed by the Dienst Justitiële Inrichtingen (DJI). For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.
For US citizens detained in Netherlands, contact US Embassy Netherlands at +31 70 310 9209 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.
Netherlands Resources & Legal Services
Key Netherlands Prison Contacts
| Agency / Contact | Location | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dienst Justitiële Inrichtingen (DJI) | Netherlands | +31-70-370-7911 | Visit Site |
| US Embassy Netherlands | Netherlands | +31 70 310 9209 | Visit Site |
| US State Dept Emergency (from US) | Washington DC | 1-888-407-4747 | Visit Site |
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Main prison in Amsterdam. Modern facility operated by the Custodial Institutions Agency (DJI). Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from Amsterdam. Netherlands has one of Europe's lowest incarceration rates and has actually closed prisons due to declining prisoner numbers.
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Prison in Ter Apel in northern Netherlands. Also houses an asylum seekers centre. Part of the DJI estate.
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Main prison in Rotterdam. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from the Rotterdam judicial district.
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High-security prison in Vught. Houses the Netherlands' most dangerous prisoners including convicted terrorists. Contains a special extra-secure unit (EBI) for the most dangerous offenders.
Netherlands Prison FAQ
Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Netherlands, contact US Embassy Netherlands at +31 70 310 9209 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Netherlands at +31 70 310 9209 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Netherlands. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Nederlandse Orde van Advocaten for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Netherlands. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Netherlands facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.