Call Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- • Always include the area code 20 when calling Amsterdam
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Popular Areas in Amsterdam
Key neighborhoods and districts
City Center (Centrum)
Prefix: 020 6XX
Historic center with tourism, retail, and hospitality businesses along the famous canals
Zuidas
Prefix: 020 3XX/5XX
Premier financial district with banks, law firms, and corporate headquarters
Amsterdam-Oost
Prefix: 020 4XX
Growing area with creative industries, startups, and residential neighborhoods
Schiphol Area
Prefix: 020 6XX
Airport business district with logistics, aviation, and corporate offices
About Calling Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands, serving as the country's financial and cultural heart. Home to the Amsterdam Stock Exchange (one of the world's oldest), a thriving tech startup ecosystem, and headquarters of global companies like Booking.com, Adyen, and TomTom, Amsterdam combines historic charm with modern business innovation. The city's Zuidas district is the country's premier financial center, while Amsterdam Science Park drives tech research. With excellent English proficiency and a highly international workforce, Amsterdam is exceptionally accessible for international business.
Business Districts
Zuidas
Amsterdam's Wall Street - home to ABN AMRO, ING, major law firms, and the World Trade Center. Modern skyscrapers and excellent transport links.
Format: +31 20 3XX XXXX or +31 20 5XX XXXX
City Centre
Historic business area with tourism companies, retail headquarters, and creative agencies along the UNESCO-listed canals.
Format: +31 20 6XX XXXX
Amsterdam Science Park
Tech and research hub housing startups, university spin-offs, and innovation centers including the Amsterdam Internet Exchange.
Format: +31 20 5XX XXXX
Schiphol Corridor
Business park near Schiphol Airport with logistics companies, airlines, and multinational European headquarters.
Format: +31 20 6XX XXXX
Local Tips
Amsterdam business culture is informal but professional. First names are used quickly, but punctuality is essential. The city has excellent public transport, so meetings often take place at central locations. Many professionals cycle to work and meetings. Coffee meetings (koffie) are common for initial business discussions. The city's international character means English is often preferred over Dutch in business settings.
How to Call Amsterdam
Step-by-step dialing instructions
Local Dialing
Within Amsterdam, dial the full 10-digit number starting with 020. For calls from abroad, use +31 20 followed by the 7-digit local number.
Special Prefixes
020 3XX and 020 5XX are common in Zuidas financial district. 020 6XX is widespread across the city center and Schiphol area. 020 4XX covers Amsterdam-Oost and eastern areas.
Carrier Information
Major carriers include KPN, Vodafone, T-Mobile, and Tele2. VoIP services are widely used in business settings.
Calling Etiquette
Amsterdam professionals are direct and efficient. Scheduled calls are preferred over cold calls. English is the default language in international business settings.
Quick Dialing Format
Example: +31 20 1234567
Why Call Amsterdam?
Common reasons people call this city
Finance & Fintech
Connect with Dutch banks, investment firms, and fintech unicorns like Adyen and Mollie in the Zuidas district
Tech Startups
Reach Amsterdam's booming tech ecosystem, from Booking.com to hundreds of innovative startups
Tourism & Hospitality
Contact hotels, tour operators, and hospitality businesses serving millions of annual visitors
Creative Industries
Connect with advertising agencies, design studios, and media companies in this creative capital
Corporate Headquarters
Reach European headquarters of multinationals like Nike, Netflix, and Tesla based in Amsterdam
Amsterdam at a Glance
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