Global Port Directory
Amsterdam Port Code (NLAMS)
Amsterdam, Netherlands uses UN/LOCODE NLAMS. Find its location, port type, coordinates, aliases, and related shipping routes.
- UN/LOCODE
- NLAMS
- Country
- Netherlands
- Type
- both
- Region
- Europe
- Also known as
- Schiphol
Amsterdam is listed in CargoEnter's port directory under UN/LOCODE NLAMS. The code combines the ISO country code NL with a three-character location identifier.
UN/LOCODE values help normalize port references across carrier milestones, shipping documents, and route data. Always confirm the terminal or facility when a city contains multiple cargo locations.
Browse related port-to-port routes to review approximate routing and transit-time context.
Documents for cargo through Netherlands
Customs authority: Dutch Customs (Douane). Estimated clearance time: Same day to 2 days.
- Commercial Invoice (required): English widely accepted
- Packing List (required): Package contents
- Bill of Lading / Air Waybill (required): Transport document
- Customs Declaration (required): SAD/AGS filing
Customs in Netherlands
Dutch customs operates under EU regulations with efficient electronic processing. The country offers various customs regimes including bonded warehousing and inward processing. Rotterdam's position allows for streamlined customs clearance with goods transiting to other EU destinations. VAT is 21%.
Wood packaging rules for Netherlands
Netherlands requires ISPM 15 treated and marked wood packaging, such as pallets and crates. Treatment methods: Heat Treatment (HT).
Holidays that can affect this cargo
Check the dates for the current year and allow extra time around them.
- King's Day (Netherlands): medium impact, customs closed, ports closed.
Free trade zones in Netherlands
Using this port reference
Use the UN/LOCODE and coordinates on this page to normalize Amsterdam Port Code (NLAMS) in bookings, route data, milestone imports, and shipping documents. Confirm the exact terminal because one port area can contain several facilities.
Data limitations
Directory information supports route identification and planning. It is not a live berth schedule, terminal appointment system, or substitute for instructions from the carrier and terminal operator.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the port code for Amsterdam?
The UN/LOCODE for Amsterdam, Netherlands is NLAMS.
Does the port code identify the terminal?
No. A UN/LOCODE identifies the port or location. Confirm the exact terminal with the carrier or terminal operator.