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The newest practical guides for expats settling in or moving within the Netherlands.
Maternity leave Netherlands
At least 16 weeks at 100% pay, capped at €309.91 a day since July 2026, starting 4 to 6 weeks before the due date. ZEZ for freelancers, kraamzorg costs, partner leave and the registrations after the birth.
Unemployment benefit (WW)
75% then 70% of your daily wage for 3 to 24 months if you worked 26 of the last 36 weeks. Apply within a week, and why WW does not extend an HSM search period.
CBR theory exam in English
€57 in 2026, 50 questions with 44 to pass in 30 minutes, the ID non-EU expats need, and what the full route to a Dutch licence costs according to CBR.
Lebara vs Lycamobile
Both on KPN. Lycamobile is cheaper up to 20GB thanks to half price for 24 months, Lebara wins at 40GB (€11/mo) and adds unlimited calls to 44 countries for €5.
Essential guides for expats
Step-by-step guides covering the most important aspects of moving to The Netherlands
30% Tax Ruling
Complete guide to the 30% ruling for highly skilled migrants. Learn eligibility requirements, application process, and tax savings.
BSN Registration
Essential guide to getting your BSN (citizen service number). Required documents, appointment booking, and verified services.
Health Insurance
Complete guide to mandatory Dutch health insurance for expats. Compare providers, understand costs, and apply for subsidies.
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Featured services
Hand-picked trusted services that excel in serving the expat community
Pararius
✓ Verifiedrental platform
Leading rental platform in the Netherlands with thousands of properties. Available in English with expat-friendly features.
Funda
✓ Verifiedrental platform
Netherlands' most popular property website with extensive rental listings and detailed neighborhood information.
HousingAnywhere
✓ Verifiedexpat housing
International housing platform specifically designed for expats and students with verified listings and secure booking.
Rentola Netherlands
✓ Verifiedrental platform
International rental platform with listings across the Netherlands, featuring expat-friendly search filters and multilingual support.
Room.nl
✓ Verifiedrental platform
Specialized rental platform focusing on rooms and shared accommodations in major Dutch cities.
XPAT Rentals
✓ Verifiedexpat housing
Specialized rental agency exclusively for expats in Amsterdam with furnished apartments and relocation services.