Social housing

There’s not enough housing in the Netherlands and, what is available, is too expensive. It’s a common complaint among not just internationals living in the Netherlands, but also the Dutch themselves. However, the Dutch government has been involved in providing affordable housing in the country...

Co-buying cohabitors

If you and your partner are planning to buy your home in the Netherlands, you may have already discovered that a lot is involved in this process. One crucial facet is financing the purchase sum. Private funds are occasionally used by one of the partners...

Planning to rent your house out? Let your lender know!

The Dutch phrase ‘let op!’ means ‘watch out’ – and if you ever intend to rent out your home, you should bear this in mind. It might make sense for internationals to buy a property in the Netherlands, even if they don’t stay in the...

Expat Centre Leiden gives internationals a warm welcome

Leiden has a thriving international community, and many of the region’s expats have been helped to feel at home by Leiden Expat Centre. So what is the secret of its success? Last year, Expat Centre Leiden registered its 1,000th international worker. It’s a testament to the...

ACCESS won the trophy for highly commended Relocate Awards 2019

ACCESS – its Board, community of volunteers, past and present, as well as its Partners and Patrons are walking proud knowing we, together, as an organisation, have won the trophy for highly commended  2019 Relocate Awards in the ‘Excellence in Employee & Family Support ‘category....