Is Calling 0800 Numbers Always Free?

Yes, calling an 0800 number is always free, even when calling from a mobile phone. This is because the person or organization that owns the number pays for the cost of the call.

Can I Call an 0800 Number From Abroad?

No, you cannot call 0800 numbers from abroad.

Many companies and organizations therefore offer, in addition to the free number accessible in the Netherlands, a regular phone number through which they can be reached from abroad. For example, you can call Belfabriek from abroad at 🌍 +31 (0)85 400 5588.

Note: When you call such a “reachable from abroad number,” you often reach a department or person specifically dealing with people abroad. If you are calling from the Netherlands, this may not be the person or department best suited to assist you.

Who Owns an 0800 Number?

The 0800 numbers in the Netherlands are issued by the Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM). This is a government organization that oversees the use of these numbers.