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What’s the Dutch healthcare system like?

July 27, 2023 13:46

The Dutch healthcare system is known as one of the best in the world. If you work in The Netherlands, you are requi...

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Do I need a Dutch bank account?

July 27, 2023 13:50

When you move to the Netherlands, you will need to open a Dutch bank account to receive your salary, rent an apartm...

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How do I commute to the office?

July 27, 2023 14:16

Of all Europeans, Dutch residents face the longest daily commute. No less than 30 percent of workers in the Netherl...

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What are Boskalis’ travel allowance terms?

July 27, 2023 14:22

When you travel to the office or you need to travel for business purposes, you are entitled to an  allowance f...

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How does the Dutch tax system work?

July 27, 2023 14:48

The Belastingdienst is the government's tax collection and customs service in the Netherlands. It is part of th...

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What’s the difference between my gross and net salary?

July 27, 2023 14:59

One of the most important things to understand about your Dutch salary is the difference between your gross and net...

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Why do I need a BSN (Citizen Service Number)?

July 27, 2023 15:00

If you are registered in a municipality in the Netherlands, you obtain a Citizen Service Number (Burger Service Num...

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What are the best ways to move around the Netherlands?

July 27, 2023 15:06

In the Netherlands, you can easily travel by train, bus, bike, tram or even by taxi. Therefore, you can easily arra...

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Do I need a visa?

July 27, 2023 15:07

Expats from within the EU, the EEA (the EU plus Iceland, Lichtenstein and Norway) or Switzerland do not need a work...

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Is my family also allowed to work in the Netherlands?

July 27, 2023 15:09

When you bring your family members with you, they will receive a residence/work permit as a “family member&rd...

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What’s the Dutch education system like?

July 27, 2023 15:10

Education is compulsory in the Netherlands from the age of five to sixteen, however, most children start to attend...

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