The Hague - Post Report Question and Answers

What is the typical dress code at work and in public places? Is formal dress ever required?

Comparable to the States. Some sections are more casual and others are mostly in suits. - May 2022


Business/ business casual depending. - Feb 2021


Business. The Dutch don't dress down. - Jan 2019


Business at the Embassy. Depends on the nature of your business otherwise. - Feb 2015


Dutch men seldom wear a tie but often wear a jacket. - Jun 2014


Normal European. It's cold so shorts aren't prevalent. - Apr 2014


Biz casual. - Jul 2011


Business, business casual or smart casual at work. In public, jeans and blouses/shirts in winter and summer you see shorts and t-shirts. - Nov 2010


Nice casual to business. - Jul 2010


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