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A home of your own? Here’s how to start!

If you’ve decided to stay put in the Netherlands, you are probably starting to think about buying a home of your own. Here’s a list of nine things to consider before you take the plunge and become part of the home-owning community.

How to divorce in the Netherlands

In the Netherlands, there are various ways to arrange a divorce, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. This feature article describes the main methods of divorce in the Netherlands, so you can make an informed choice that fits your unique situation.

The carillon in Dutch culture

Often housed in bell towers, the carillon is a musical instrument consisting of (at least) 23 bells which ‘ring out’ when played on a keyboard. The keyboard is similar to a piano or organ and each ‘key’ (or baton) is linked to a bell with...

Empowerment Through Volunteering

Many internationals who come to the Netherlands are curious about volunteering and connecting with local Dutch non-profit organizations, but don't know where to start. How can one find opportunities? Are Dutch language skills necessary? And what are the benefits of volunteering? Find out more in...

Here to support

Perhaps what makes ACCESS unique is our supportive networks, offering assistance to internationals across the Netherlands. On-call counselling service The ACCESS Counselling Service Network (CSN) consists of licensed professionals with practices all over the Netherlands. The CSN’s strength is its diversity of psychologists, with different...