Even getting married has bureaucratic steps

After the excitement of an engagement and the thrill of planning a wedding, there are steps to consider in making your plans. Understanding the legal requirements and procedures is crucial for ensuring that your big day goes smoothly. This guide outlines the prerequisites and steps...

Life in ink

Gone are the days when a tattoo was simply a heart emblazoned with a name. Today tattoo pieces can be intricate and stunning works of art in their own right. The Netherlands has always been one of tattooing’s creative leaders and, with the latest edition...

You may call me an Expat Wife.... I say I am up-skilling

From Carina: a former volunteer, Danish who repatriated to Denmark, after period in UK when she left NL - with some lessons for those who may fear they are 'not gaining' experience by not working ....something to keep in mind, as a way of supporting...

IamExpat Fair in Amsterdam, April 6th

Expats are citizens of the world, but they still have local needs. Whether you’re a new arrival or long-term resident, there’s a lot to learn about life in the Netherlands: from finding a house, job or school for your kids, to choosing an accountant, legal...

Keeping it Simple

There is no way around it, when looking for employment; the need for networking. Whether it be for enhancing one’s employment possibilities, exposing oneself to hearing about possible jobs, sharing with others what you are looking for (in the hopes that they may know of...