Working for a non-Dutch employer: What it means for your taxes

Working remotely for an employer who is based in another country is a common situation. But how does working from another country work tax-wise? Arnold Waal from Tax is Exciting... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

“Crompouce” croissant-tompouce hybrid takes over Dutch TikTok

A new recipe has been taking over TikTok in the Netherlands: the crompouce. This hybrid croissant-tompouce has garnered both support and disgust on social media, with many people... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

A rose in the desert: Navigating your career as an expat

Us expats know how it feels to arrive in an unknown country, which however welcoming it might be, feels like unknown territory. We encounter people and their odd behaviours that... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Hundreds of flights cancelled at Schiphol as Code Orange issued

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled ahead of expected stormy weather heading towards the Netherlands’ east coast. In preparation for the storm, the authorities have upgraded... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Deflation hit the Netherlands throughout October 2023

After a turbulent few years, the Dutch economy finally began to see deflation since the start of October. Living in the Netherlands became 0,4 percent cheaper throughout October... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Wildlife in the Netherlands: 5 Dutch animals to spot

When you think of animals in the Netherlands, your mind may drift to house pets or animals in zoos, but you can find a whole range of wonderful Dutch wildlife in national parks or... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

November 2023: 7 things expats in the Netherlands need to know

It’s November already, and that means there are more changes coming for expats living in the Netherlands! Here’s a quick run-down of what you need to know this month!  The... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Storm Ciarán to hit the Netherlands on Thursday, Code Yellow issued

The Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) has issued a Code Yellow warning for disruption on Thursday across the Netherlands, as Storm Ciarán is set to make landfall... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

7 tips for a smooth building process in the Netherlands

Excited to start a renovation or construction project in the Netherlands? You're not alone! However, this country has its fair share of regulations. But don't worry, you don't... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

These are the issues the Dutch are most concerned about

Ahead of the upcoming election in November, a study by the AD has revealed which issues voters in the Netherlands care about the most. The winners: purchasing power, migration and... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Oops … 10 years in the Netherlands but I don’t speak Dutch!

Living in the Netherlands can be a great adventure. You might have noticed that you ride a bike, eat stroopwafels and bitterballen and you even see a beautiful and colourful... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

PHP Tandartsen: Multilingual dentists for expats in The Hague

A lot of expats in the Netherlands have trouble finding the right dentist for them. Additionally, dental anxiety and not being familiar with the Dutch healthcare system can make... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Ergomize: Website and application developers for your business

Ergomize is a digital agency specialising in online platform development based in Hilversum, North Holland. Their company translates and places online businesses in a strategic,... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Working parents to be relieved with higher childcare allowance in 2024

Working parents in the Netherlands will receive some welcome financial relief next year, after the Dutch government approved an increase to the childcare allowance.  Childcare... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Rare Kemp's Ridley sea turtle found lost off the coast of the Netherlands

A super-rare Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle has been found off the coast of the Netherlands, a few thousand kilometres away from her usual stomping grounds in the Gulf of Mexico. She’s... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Amsterdam West ranked one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world

Move over Noord, there’s a new cool kid on the block: the latest Time Out ranking of the coolest neighbourhoods around the world has landed, and Amsterdam West has nabbed a spot... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Dutch MPs vote to limit 30 percent ruling from 2024

As expected, the House of Representatives has passed an amendment to reduce the 30 percent ruling, a tax advantage for highly skilled migrants working in the Netherlands. The... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Witch trials in the Netherlands

During the late Middle Ages and early modern period, Europe was under the spell of witch-hunts and witch trials. Between roughly 1400 and 1700, around 40.000 to 60.000 people were... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Look to the Dutch skies for a partial lunar eclipse this weekend!

Anyone celebrating Halloween in the Netherlands this weekend will be treated to a spooky celestial spectacle: a partial lunar eclipse is set to grace the skies on the night of... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Dutch house prices will rise again next year as overbidding returns

The long-awaited correction to prices on the Dutch housing market turned out to be smaller than expected, according to new figures from ABN AMRO. The Dutch bank has announced that... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

KNAP Expat Broker: The ultimate new-build project near Amsterdam

Imagine taking a stroll through Quatrebras Park on a beautiful Sunday afternoon just around the corner from your new, distinctively-designed home. Get your dream home near... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

More and more retailers say "Dutch not required" for employees

Dutch retailers struggling to fill vacant positions are increasingly relaxing Dutch language requirements and hiring English-speaking candidates, NOS reports.   Zeeman, Hema,... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Unemployment in the Netherlands rises for the 5th month in a row

Unemployment in the Netherlands rose for the fifth month in a row in September 2023, according to new figures from Statistics Netherlands (CBS). Unemployment is rising among young... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

The Netherlands draws up plans to allow dual citizenship in all cases

Once again, the issue of dual nationality is back on the political agenda in the Netherlands, after two political parties released new information about draft legislation to relax... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Study: Trains could replace more than 5.000 flights from Schiphol

A study has found that trains could replace more than 5.000 regularly scheduled flights from Schiphol, to destinations such as Belgium, France and the UK, among others. The study... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Dutch pension scheme ranked as number one in the world

The Netherlands has been named as having the world’s best pension scheme, after losing the crown to Iceland in 2022. Thankfully, the Dutch system has regained the top spot,... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 6 months ago

Considering buy-to-let? Here’s why it’s a bad move at the moment

For several years, buy-to-let has been a good choice for expats wanting to invest in the Netherlands. But a number of recent political decisions means that it no longer makes... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Solar powered Dutch car completes test drive across North Africa

A solar-powered car designed by a team from a Dutch university has become the first electric car in the world to drive 1.000 kilometres without needing to be recharged, during a... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Orionids meteor shower visible over the Netherlands on Saturday

Stargazers in the Netherlands will be pleased to know that there are some more fantastic meteor showers coming our way in the coming days, with the Orionids set to peak around... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Dutch killer Joran van der Sloot confesses to murdering Natalee Holloway

Dutch killer Joran van der Sloot has confessed to killing missing American high school graduate Natalee Holloway, almost 20 years after she disappeared. Van Der Sloot, who was 17... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Help yourself and your clients get a quick win

As a business owner, you may be struggling with procrastination and feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities. It’s possible that your own clients may also be experiencing similar... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

How to enjoy vacations while already living abroad

Can moving to a new country, integrating into a new culture and taking time to learn a new language make it difficult to feel truly relaxed when entering another new culture for... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

The Netherlands named among world's best countries for electric cars

The Netherlands has been named as one of the best countries in the world for electric vehicles in a ranking by CompareTheMarket Australia. The ranking found that the Netherlands... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

The Netherlands has more doctors than ever - but it's still not enough

The Netherlands has more GPs and family doctors than ever, yet there are still not enough of them, according to Dutch broadcaster NOS. Since the start of 2023, approximately half... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

How to get a mortgage in the Netherlands

Are you an expat considering your own home sweet Holland? Scratching your head on how to begin and own the process? We get it. That’s why Klår Finance is here! They will provide... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Ayurveda: A new (old) approach to managing stress and burnout

Stressed out? Unable to break the cycle? Perhaps a different approach will help! Ayurveda offers solutions to many common ailments, including stress and burnout. In fact for... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Cruella the dog named as the Netherlands' ugliest pooch

Cruella, a Chinese Crested dog, has been named as the ugliest dog in the Netherlands for 2023. The owner of the "ugly" pet, Tim Horsting, told the AD that they feel the award is a... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Statiegeld deposit cuts amount of cans littered by a third

According to new data from the Rijkswaterstaat, one-third fewer cans ended up being littered in the Netherlands since the introduction of the can Statiegeld (deposit return scheme... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Interest rate on student loans set to rise to 2,56 percent from 2024

From January 1, 2024, the interest rate on Dutch student loans will rise to 2,56 percent - more than five times higher than the current rate of 0,46 percent. The new rate will... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Dutch weather to drop below 15 degrees for first time in 5 months

In the coming days, the daytime temperature in the Netherlands is set to fall below 15 degrees Celsius for the first time in around five months. While the forecasters at Weerplaza... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

The EU initiative that aims to close the gender wage gap by 2024

The persistent gender pay gap, which remains a worldwide issue, is particularly prominent within the European Union. Despite continuous efforts to rectify this imbalance, the... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Wages in the Netherlands rise at fastest rate in a century

In the last century, wages in the Netherlands have never risen as fast as they are right now, according to new data released by Statistics Netherlands (CBS). Changing inflation... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Dutch per capita energy consumption returns to 1970s levels

Energy consumption per person in the Netherlands fell to just 154 gigajoules in 2022, the lowest level seen since 1970. Statistics Netherlands (CBS) says the high cost of energy,... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

61 percent more migrants came to the Netherlands in 2022

Highly skilled migrants, international students, temporary workers and refugees are just some of the many types of migrants that moved to live, work and study in the Netherlands... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

The IamExpat Fair returns to The Hague on November 4!

This autumn, the IamExpat Fair will once again take place at the iconic Grote Kerk. With more exhibitors than ever before, this year’s fair on November 4 will be the biggest we... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

US notary services: Remote Online Notarization explained

Kelli Payne Potter, a notary expert and owner of Atlas Notary, is the author of this article. Kelli started Atlas Notary, a company that provides US online notaries for signers... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

The small entrepreneurs VAT exemption in the Netherlands

The small entrepreneurs VAT exemption is a Dutch business scheme that has several advantages. The team from Taxsight explains what these are along with some of the disadvantages... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago

Carry-on luggage could soon be free on Dutch flights

Tired of carting your hand luggage to the airport only to get smacked with a huge bill to take it onboard? Well thankfully, change could be coming due to an EU parliamentary... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.nl | 7 months ago