What is OV-chipcard Amsterdam?

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OV-chipcard for Amsterdam public transport

OV-chipcard is a pre-paid card which you can fill with credit and then pay for rides on trams, busses and metro. The price of the ride will depend on how far you travelled. The acronym means “openbaar vervoer chipkaart” which in Dutch language means public transport chipcard.

Can you use OV card on bus?

For all public transport travel information in the Netherlands, visit the Journey Planner or call 0900 9292. The OV-Chip card is the relatively new means of payment for the public transport system in the Netherlands and can be used in trams, trains, busses or metros.

How do I get a transit card in Amsterdam?

Public transport chip card

Non-personalised (rechargeable) cards: Available at GVB ticket vending machines, GVB Tickets & Info locations, and select newsstands and supermarkets.
Personalised (rechargeable) cards: Available online.

Does the OV-chipkaart work on trains?

Traveling with the OV-chipkaart
With an OV-chipkaart, you can travel by train, bus, tram en metro. Your card is active immediately, and if you have enough balance on your card, you can travel 2nd class with NS right away.

What is the cheapest way to travel around Amsterdam?

The cheapest way to travel around Amsterdam is walking but if you need to get somewhere fast, the use of an OV chip card is the answer. Being used on trams, buses and metros, the OV chip card (OV-chipkaart) is the easiest way to pay for all your travel about town.

How does the OV card work?

The OV-chipkaart is the payment system for public transport in the Netherlands. You load credit in Euro onto the card or add a travel product such as a monthly pass for commuting or a season ticket. At the start of your journey you check in and at the end you check out again.

Can I buy OV-chipkaart with cash?

➢ You can pay using cash (coins) and debit cards (Dutch PIN/Maestro/V-Pay) and credit cards (MasterCard/Visa). Topping up the debit on the “OV-Chipkaart” outside train stations. You can also top up the debit on the “OV-Chipkaart” in busses and in multiple stores (for example supermarkets).

Can you travel without an OV-chipkaart?

If you forget your OV-chipkaart with or without a season ticket, then you must use another OV-chipkaart or purchase a single-use chipkaart That way, you can still travel with a valid ticket, and you don’t run the risk of receiving a fine.

What is the best travel card for Amsterdam?

Our most recommended Amsterdam City Cards

Amsterdam: GVB Public Transport Ticket.
Amsterdam: Amsterdam Travel Ticket for 1-3 Days.
Amsterdam: Public Transport and 397 Airport Shuttle Ticket.
Amsterdam: The I amsterdam City Card.
Amsterdam: 1, 2, 3, or 5-Day Go City All-Inclusive Pass.

Is the Amsterdam tram free?

GVB (tram, metro, bus) tickets
While using public transport in Amsterdam you have to check-in and check-out (present your ticket to a validator on board). The ticket becomes valid the first time you check-in. Children up to 4 years old travel for free. A ticket for children aged 4 – 11 costs € 4 per day.

How much is OV card in Netherlands?

€7.50
This is a plastic card which has a printed expiry date valid for 4-5 years. It costs €7.50 (non-refundable) to purchase an ’empty’ card with no credit – to this you can load travel credit onto the e-purse up to a maximum of €150.

How do I activate my OV card?

Request the activation at www.ns.nl or by telephone at 0900-2021163 (€ 0.10 p.m.). Please go to the NS ticket vending machine to activate ‘reizen op saldo’ on your OV-chipkaart.

How do you load an OV chip card?

How to top up your balance

Go to www.ov-chipkaart.nl/
Fill in your details and choose the desired amount.
Order your balance.
Check in at a gate or post on your next journey with NS. Your balance is loaded onto your OV-chipkaart immediately.

What is the cheapest way to get around Amsterdam?

Is it better to take cash or card to Amsterdam?

Credit cards are widely accepted too, though in some small shops or hotels, there might an extra charge (2-6%) if you pay by a credit card, passport may be required. Generally, the most preferred payment method is Euro cash with the banknotes up to 50 Euro bill.

How much do you tip in Amsterdam?

around 10%
This one is pretty simple to answer – the Dutch do not have a tipping culture as strongly-ingrained as much of the English-speaking world. In a restaurant, provided the service was good, a tip of around 10% is appreciated but not automatically expected.

Can I use OV-Chipkaart in Germany?

Residents of Belgium, Germany and Luxembourg can apply for a personal OV-chipkaart by using a Dutch bank account or PayPal.

Can I travel with OV-Chipkaart in Germany?

Yes, surprisingly, you absolutely can. At least until Emmerich. If you are a beneficiary of the Studentenreisproduct, you can now enter the SB58, quickly swipe in with your OV-chipkaart at one of the stops on campus, swipe out in Kleve and visit the local Christmas market there.

Should I get Euros before going to Amsterdam?

CURRENCY. In Amsterdam, as well as in all the Netherlands and many other countries of European Community the accepted currency is Euro (EUR, €), no other currencies are commonly accepted, so you will have to change your dollars, sterling, yens, etc to Euros.

What is the best way to pay for things in the Netherlands?

Cards are accepted in most places
Major credit cards and debit cards, such as Visa, MasterCard and American Express are widely accepted in the Netherlands at restaurants, hotels, and tourist destinations. Although some small shops may charge a fee of anywhere from 2-6% if you use them.

Do and don’ts in Amsterdam?

Things Tourists Should Never Do in Amsterdam

Don’t expect wild parties during weekdays.
Don’t get on public transport without an OV-Chip card.
Don’t take cash or credit cards for granted.
Don’t hire a bike if you can’t ride one.
Don’t walk in cycle paths.
Don’t buy a bike from an unofficial source.

Should I bring cash to Amsterdam?

Money and currency
Credit cards are widely accepted too, though in some small shops or hotels, there might an extra charge (2-6%) if you pay by a credit card, passport may be required. Generally, the most preferred payment method is Euro cash with the banknotes up to 50 Euro bill.

Should I take cash to Netherlands?

Using cash in the Netherlands
When travelling, our experts would recommend always bringing a small amount of cash with you on every trip, for initial taxi transfers or hotel deposits etc. The rest of your travel money should be put onto a Caxton multi-currency card, for safe and secure spending.

What is considered rude in the Netherlands?

It is rude to speak whilst chewing gum. Knock before entering a room if the door is shut. Standing with your hands in your pockets can be considered impolite. Compliments are usually given in private directly to the person that deserves them.

Should you tip in Amsterdam?

‘. This one is pretty simple to answer – the Dutch do not have a tipping culture as strongly-ingrained as much of the English-speaking world. In a bar, restaurant, or private boat tour in Amsterdam, provided the service was good, a tip of around 10% is appreciated but not automatically expected.