Welcome to The Hague, the international city of peace and justice, and host city of the 65th ISI World Statistics Congress from 5 to 9 October 2025. On this page you will find essential information to help you plan your trip and enjoy your stay in the Netherlands.
Delegates of the 65th ISI World Statistics Congress are urged to read and follow the below instructions for Visa Applications.
You can check whether you require a Visa for The Netherlands by visiting the Government of The Netherlands website.
Visa Application Timeline
Please be aware that Visa Applications take time to process. Further delays should be expected for applications submitted near to the summer months, due to reduced staffing. Visa Applications can be submitted 6 month prior to Congress. You can download your Visa Support Letter from the registration system.
Trouble with Visa Applications
If you have submitted your application, but have not received your confirmation, you can Track your Visa Application.
If you are experiencing delays with your Visa confirmation, this could be because:
If your Visa Application is denied, please refer to the government advice here.
Please be aware that ISI is not permitted to communicate with the Government of The Netherlands regarding applications. Communication must be made directly between the applicant and the Government of The Netherlands.
By Air
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) – The main international airport, about 45 minutes from The Hague by direct train.
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) – A smaller airport with mainly European connections, about 30 minutes by taxi or public transport.
By Train
The Hague has two main railway stations: Den Haag Centraal and Den Haag HS, both with fast connections to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, and other European cities via high-speed trains (Thalys/Eurostar).
For planning your travel with public transport within the Netherlands, you can use the Dutch railway website ns.nl or 9292ov.nl.
We are pleased to offer delegates of the ISI World Statistics Congress 2025 an exclusive 10% discount on flights with KLM and Air France.
To benefit from the discount, please note that the bookings can only be made if booked in EURO (€) currency via the AirFrance.com or KLM.com website.
If you book from a non € currency country, please change to a website of one of the € currency countries. The 10% discount is applicable on the airfare part of the ticket.
Please download the flyer with instructions on how to redeem the discount.
World Forum The Hague
Churchillplein 10
2517 JW The Hague, The Netherlands
The World Forum is a modern, accessible conference centre located close to the city centre and the beach. It is well connected by public transport and within walking distance of several hotels.
Click the button below for detailed travel and parking information directly on the World Forum website.
Public Transport
The Hague offers an extensive network of trams and buses operated by HTM. OV-chipkaart or contactless bank card payments are accepted.
Cycling
The Netherlands is famous for its cycling infrastructure. Rental bikes and e-bikes are widely available.
Taxis & Rideshare
Taxis are available at stations and can be booked by phone or app; rideshare services such as Uber also operate.
Language: Dutch is the official language, but English is widely spoken.
Currency: Euro (€). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted; contactless payments are common.
October in The Hague is mild but unpredictable (average 10–15°C / 50–59°F). We advise bringing a jacket, umbrella, and possibly warmer clothing in case of chilly, wet weather.
The Netherlands operates on Central European Summer Time (CEST) in early October (UTC+2).
General emergency number: 112 (police, ambulance, fire)
The Hague is a safe city, but as in any urban area, keep an eye on your belongings in busy places.
The Netherlands uses Type C and F plugs, 230V supply voltage, and 50Hz frequency.
For more details on registrations and submissions for the 65th ISI World Statistics Congress, please first login to your account. If you do not have an account then you can create one below:
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