We are pleased to announce the IamExpat Fair - Amsterdam, 2017, which will take place on Saturday, March 25 at Amsterdam’s Westergasfabriek.
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'Welcome to The Hague Region' information mornings are hosted by the City of The Hague and ACCESS to welcome new international arrivals to The Hague, Delft, Leidschendam-Voorburg, Rijswijk and Wassenaar.
Find out moreVolunteer information mornings
The next ACCESS Volunteer Information Morning will be held on Tuesday May 09, 2017. Interested in volunteering in Amsterdam,Leiden,Utrecht or The Hague? Click find out more to complete an application!
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Within the international community, migration is our greatest common denominator. Who are the refugees and asylum seekers in the Netherlands now? How are they being integrated into the culture and lifestyle?...
Find out moreLife in Limbo
An article by Kelly Merks about the undocumented migrants living in the Netherlands and the In Limbo Embassy created by Manon van Hoeckel.
Find out moreBook review: Bloodlines Mystery Series
Death and discovery. Lineage and lies. You'll find a little of everything in this series by Thomas McKerley (Scotland) & Ingrid Schippers (the Netherlands). Plus an exclusive offer for ACCESS readers!
Find out moreHow to avoid a high mobile phone bill
You may have experienced it: the bill from your mobile phone provider is much higher than you expected. There can be several reasons for this. These reasons are explained and possible solutions are given.
Find out moreDriving licence from the age of 17
Since 2011, there has been an experiment called 2toDrive which has allowed youngsters 17 years old to obtain a driving licence. After a successful run, the government recently decided to make this a law.
Find out moreHealthcare for internationals
In cooperation with Healthcare for Internationals, the International Welcome Center North (IWCN) and Connect International conducted research investigating the experiences of internationals with Dutch health...
Find out moreInternational alumni from Dutch Unis generate wealth for NL
EP Nuffic research on the stay rate of international students who graduated in the Netherlands between 2007 and 2014 shows an estimated economic effect of about €1,57 billion.
Find out moreLosing or changing your job and the consequences for your residence permit
Members of the international community often depend on their job to be able to stay in the Netherlands. Therefore, it is important to know your rights in case of job loss or changing jobs.
Find out moreScammers are now very active
At the moment, scammers work on a large scale by phone and by email. In general: be cautious if a person you don’t know calls you and tells you to make a payment.
Find out moreOnline identification with iDIN
The Dutch banks have jointly developed an online identification service called iDIN (identificatie inloggen). It is available for companies and organisations with online services. It can be used to identify ...
Find out moreExpensive mobile phone loans registered with credit registration agency
As of 1 May 2017, the Dutch authorities will consider the price of the mobile phone as a loan if it costs more than €250.00.
Find out moreDigital energy meters may give false readings
Digital energy meters are usually called “smart meters”. Over the past few years, consumers complained about higher energy readings and bills after the meter has been changed.
Find out moreExpats often charged too much for renting a house/apartment
Landlords and housing agencies often abuse the lack of knowledge of internationals when they want to rent a house and charge much more than allowed.
Find out moreControversial pre-school education reaches target group
Pre-school education is controversial in the Netherlands. It aims to help children ages 2.5 to 4 years who risk a lack of the necessary language or social skills when they go to primary school.
Find out moreEvaluation of the 30% tax rule
The 30% tax ruling is to attract international employees with specific skills or expertise to work in the Netherlands but the effectiveness has never been investigated properly.
Find out moreInternational talent is important for the Dutch economy
Discussed is how international talent can be attracted to the Netherlands.
Find out moreDutch government invests €10.7 million in international schools
Good international education is a key factor for foreign companies when they decide where to locate. Therefore, the government has decided to invest in seven international schools.
Find out moreMortgage lenders to recalculate charges for homeowners who paid off their mortgage
Many house owners who payed off their mortgage since 14 July 2016 have been charged too much interest by their mortgage lender.
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IamExpat Fair - Amsterdam, 2017
Meet Foundation Present Den Haag
Are you looking for a way to help your community as a volunteer and meet new people at the same time?
Find out moreJ.C. Suurmond: Tax return in the Netherlands
If you are living in a ‘new’ country the thought of having to sort tax matters out can feel like a pretty heavy burden.
Find out moreMake sure that you are signed up for the Dutch Health Insurance!
Looking for an expat-friendly Dutch health insurance policy? Would you rather not pay the "own risk" costs in addition to your monthly premiums? LoonZorg offers a unique new health insurance policy!
Find out moreMoving home is stressful enough, moving to another country is even more so…
When you arrive in a new country whether for a new job opportunity or a new adventure, there are some things that are the same all over the world: Where will I live? What do I need to arrange?
Find out moreDirect Dutch Institute: thirty years of experience
Cosy classrooms, lots and lots of books, old paintings and ‘old school’ maps of the Netherlands. It’s not hard to imagine what Direct Dutch Institute looked like three decades ago.
Find out moreKickstart School: taking language courses via Skype
As global mobility of the workforce increases, learning a foreign language is becoming increasingly important. Learning a language is also a popular leisure activity, either before a vacation abroad or just for fun. But what happens if you can’t get to a class?
Find out moreKickstart School: building confidence through grammar and conversation
Want a job, but you need English. Want some friends, but the common language is English. Want to study, but the course is in English. If yes, then you need to learn or improve your English.
Find out moreGMW: Estate planning - looking after your assets and family
Estate planning centres on the transfer of assets from one generation to the next, taking into account the tax consequences. But estate planning also means taking care of your affairs in advance, in the event of your death or should you become seriously ill.
Find out moreMindfulness is giving expatriates more resilience
One study after the other is published on how mindfulness can help us live better, be happier, more creative, efficient and be less stressed. BLOOM - House of Health in The Hague is now offering Mindfulness courses in English
Find out moreChocolate Treat at BLOOM
Passion, warmth, aroma, chocolate, sensuality, relaxation… This special offer is a real gift of love. A chocolate wrapped gift. Spoil your beloved with the chocolate treat that indulges in euphoric relaxation which lasts for hours.
Find out more20 Ways Entrepreneurship is Like Being a Mom
Like me, do you ever find yourself doubting that you actually have certain skills?
Find out moreAmsterdam Odyssey: Exploring Amsterdam beyond the obvious
Amsterdam Odyssey is just the ticket to get to know Amsterdam the way you wish to get to know her. No mass tourism, but a discovering journey into the heart and soul of the Dutch capital!
Find out moreZein: New international day care location next to the European School
Zein Childcare promotes a better way to support and develop the lives of internationally mobile children. ‘The Maples’, a new childcare location next to the European School in The Hague, will open its doors in January 2017.
Find out moreDISDH: Starting out at school, a German tradition comes alive in The Hague
At the German International School The Hague, children starting out in grade one and their families are greeted by a wonderful and longstanding German tradition - First Grade Enrolment Celebration.
Find out moreStarting School is Special. The BSN Makes it Magical
Don’t miss our Beginners Open Morning.
Find out moreService Learning - Community Service - Getting Connected
Service Learning is a term that you will hear around local and international schools these days but what does it really mean?
Find out moreOpen your child’s window to the world at The BSN
Choosing a school that provides academic excellence and an enriching environment for your child is one of the most momentous decisions you’ll make. A little daunting perhaps but The British School in the Netherlands (BSN) has the expertise to help you.
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