The Netherlands will prohibit the import, purchase, and sale of goods originating from Israeli settlements in the Palestinian Territories beginning September 22, 2026.
The Dutch government announced the measure on Tuesday, setting a firm deadline for the enforcement of the new trade restrictions.
The policy marks a significant escalation in European regulatory pressure on trade linked to the occupied territories.
While the government has indicated that the ban is largely symbolic and may face enforcement challenges, it introduces new compliance obligations for Dutch businesses and logistics providers handling goods from the region.
Importers will need to verify the origin of products to avoid violating the new statutes.
This move aligns the Netherlands with a growing cohort of European nations adopting similar measures.