After the trip

Suppose you develop health problems during or in the months after returning from your trip. In that case, you may have a tropical or travel-related condition. In case of serious complaints such as fever, confusion, jaundice, diarrhoea, itching or skin abnormalities, contact your doctor asap. The general practitioner can refer you to the on-call infectiologist/internist. In case of emergency, you can contact the general practitioner. 


Inform and insure

  • Know how to reach an embassy or consulate in case of an emergency;
  • A copy of the passport/driver's license speeds up the replacement in the event of theft;
  • Visit the dentist before going on a long trip;
  • Inquire in advance whether your health insurance covers the costs of repatriation to the Netherlands;
  • Check to what extent treatment costs are covered abroad;
  • You always need travel insurance to compensate for the loss and theft of your belongings;
  • In the event of illness or accident, contact your travel and/or health insurance company immediately (see the emergency number on the back of your insurance card).