Expat News

Are You A First-time Homebuyer Under 35? Here's Some Good News!

Did you know that there are advantages to being under the age of 35 and buying a house in the Netherlands? Financial adv... Read more

Summer Update: Major Changes To EU Blue Card Explained

The new EU Blue Card Directive has been fully implemented in the Netherlands since 12 June 2024. This long anticipated l... Read more

10 Dutch Artists And Their Most Famous Paintings

For a tiny country, the Netherlands has produced an astounding array of some the world’s best artists. Over hundreds o... Read more

How Dutch Parents Teach Their Children To Manage Money

The Dutch are known for being frugal, and it is not unusual for them to split the bill and look for bargains. Children i... Read more

5 Practical Tips For Staying Fit As An Expat In The Netherlands

In this article, Sudeep Patnaik from Factor75 takes a look at the challenges of sticking to your health routine as an ex... Read more

5 Ways To Increase Focus, Peace And Clarity In Your Business

As a business owner, you may frequently find yourself in one of two places that aren't supporting you or your business. ... Read more

Facing A Dismissal From Your Job? This Is What You Need To Know

You are working in the Netherlands, but then you discover that your employer wants to terminate your employment contra... Read more

What To Know About Moving To The Netherlands For Your Partner's Job

In this article, Mia van Dijk from BDO discusses some important considerations for the partners of people who are moving... Read more

9 Funny Dutch Words And Sayings

If you are learning Dutch, you will have noticed that not only are some Dutch words extremely funny, but some Dutch phr... Read more

Important Note About Housing Scammers Posing As IamExpat

Have you been contacted by a landlord or real estate agent claiming to be associated with IamExpat? As we do not persona... Read more

The Tax Implications Of Being A US Expat In The Netherlands

Melissa Groves from Bright!Tax is here to explain in which scenarios the Netherlands allows for dual-citizenship, when y... Read more

Buying A House In The Netherlands: 3 Crucial Questions To Ask

Wil Jansen, real estate agent at @WORK Makelaardij, answers three essential questions house-hunting expats in the Nether... Read more

Feeling Lost As An Expat Business Owner? Listen To Your Intuition

Sometimes as a small business owner, you feel lost in how you approach and market your services and don't have the answe... Read more

The Most Unexpected Place To Learn And Practise Your Dutch

A fitness centre (sportschool) is not only good for your health, but it is also an excellent way to meet Dutch people an... Read more

Summer Solstice: How To Celebrate The Longest Day Of The Year In The Netherlands

One of the best things about summer in the Netherlands is longer days with more time to soak up what sun we do get. What... Read more