Netherlands

 

Conscription:

No

Suspended in 1997, but the law on conscription still exists. At the age of 17, all citizens receive a letter stating they have been registered for service. They can be called up in case of war.

Conscientious objection:

1922

First recognised by Constitutional amendment.

Service

 

Military:

-

 

Civilian:

-

 

Minimum

 

Conscription:

-

No conscription

Voluntary enlistment:

17

Under 18: 17

More

https://ebco-beoc.org/netherlands

According to the reply of IFOR about EBCO’s Annual Report 2022 (e-mail on 08/02/2023):

“In the Netherlands we see a considerable rise of the military budget. The idea of re-introducing the practice of conscription, now including girls, is heard in the public debate, especially from the side of the so-called “Christian” parties.

Military education can start at the age of 15. Certain schools present courses for the physical and technical skills the army needs. This education includes practical learning periods within the army. Enlisting in the army can after that take place at the age of 17.”