Ramses K.
Dutch citizen
Forum posts
358
Contacts
4
About me
Dutch, Single
Lives in Dordrecht, South Holland
Speaks Dutch, English, German (I understand it, but speaking is more a mix between Dutch and German) and French (Need to study it again).
Registration: 31 August 2018
Amsterdam famous places by tshafig
Hello Can anybody send me famous places to visit in amsterdam for maximum 2 days?
Go to the VVV in Amsterdam and ask your questions there. You can also try using Google for some answers. Read More
Self-employed in NL by Maria S88
Hi all. I'm a contract worker for a US-based company. Working as a self-employed here in Ukraine. My husband got an offer from NL-company and we will move to the Netherlands soon. How to register in the NL to continue work as a contractor?
Dear Sir, We can offer you all the information subject to payment of our fees 1000 usd. I run a professional firm and have all the answers. Let me know if you wish to proceed so I can send you our invoice. Thanks, Robert HallSPAM! Read More
Foreign income count towards rental requirement? by epiphanatic
Hello, My name is Jason and I'm new here. I'm planning on coming over on a zoekjaar visa (PhD) with my partner. My question is, would a foreign job and its income that one already has (my partner) in the country one is leaving (but keeping ...
Well if you respond like the topic starter did then they can be sure you will get a very direct answer from me. Cynic tried to answer the questions and the topic starter was very rude towards his reply. Coming from outside the EU to study in the ... Read More
Foreign income count towards rental requirement? by epiphanatic
Hello, My name is Jason and I'm new here. I'm planning on coming over on a zoekjaar visa (PhD) with my partner. My question is, would a foreign job and its income that one already has (my partner) in the country one is leaving (but keeping ...
Yes, I don't like answers that clearly don't answer a simple question therefore not being an answer. "What is 1 1?" Oh the answer to that is it is impossible to get housing.... I do know Dutch. I am aware housing is difficult. ... Read More
Foreign income count towards rental requirement? by epiphanatic
Hello, My name is Jason and I'm new here. I'm planning on coming over on a zoekjaar visa (PhD) with my partner. My question is, would a foreign job and its income that one already has (my partner) in the country one is leaving (but keeping ...
It would really be nice of someone could actually answer the question.You probably mean you don't like the answer. As a Dutch citizen I can tell you it's nearly impossible to find housing in the Netherlands while being in Australia. Rental ... Read More
Dutch classes by Diego_A
Hello! I would like to learn Dutch and gain a proficiency level at least equivalent to B2 in a not too long period. The goal is not to pass the civic examination, but to allow me to better integrate into Dutch society and advance in my ...
I found one, but it is for people who doesn't speak very well, it is volunteer based. It is when you speak a little bit Dutch and not for beginners. Taal coaching Capelle I would advise taking the bus to Rotterdam, it is so close to Capelle so ... Read More
Work Permit documents by rahul9
Hi All, I got an offer in Amsterdam. I'm about to apply for visa. Do I need to submit my bank account details and IT returns. Can anyone give me the list of documents required. Thanks in advance.
I would like to add learn Dutch to land a job. Read More
Swimming course for kids- Würzburg by indiatogermany
Hello all, I have moved recently to Würzburg. We are searching for a swimming course for our 4 year old son. We have contacted many sports clubs but couldn't not reach them. It would be of great help if there are any leads for a good ...
Look here Well if you contact them by email you probably will have more succes. The swimming lessons will of course be in German, so do your kids understand German? Read More
Dutch taxation of US retirement savings withdrawals by Ssccottt
Hello...I intend to retire in the NL within the next 10 years and the bulk of my retirement savings is in a US based 401K account. My preliminary Google research indicates that I would have to claim those retirement withdrawals as box 1 income and ...
Your fiinancial consultant is wrong you will have to pay taxes in the Netherlands. Read More
Indian Store in Würzburg by indiatogermany
Hello everyone, I am new to Würzburg. I am searching for Indian or Srilankan shop in Würzburg. I found a shop in Google but was not really an Asian shop. Any leads are really appreciated Best regards
I found a few online shop who deliver in or to Germany: 1. Ekirana.nl Delivers to Germany 2. India-store.de 3. Get-grocery.com 4. Spicevillage.eu You can buy all your Indian groceries online and they deliver to your new home in Germany. There ... Read More
Relocating to Maastricht by Tarik Haddad
Hi, Me, my wife and our daughters (1 year, 5 years) will be moving from the U.S. to Maastricht beginning of next year, Feb-March 2022. We would like to have advises on the below: 1. My 5 years old is an english speaker, we are wondering if it is ...
Thanks you for the quick response. Do you guys have 2-3 primary school you recommend in Maastricht? I reached so far two schools for questions by mail, hope they will reply by monday. My youngest daughter will be less than 2 years old so she will ... Read More
Relocating to Maastricht by Tarik Haddad
Hi, Me, my wife and our daughters (1 year, 5 years) will be moving from the U.S. to Maastricht beginning of next year, Feb-March 2022. We would like to have advises on the below: 1. My 5 years old is an english speaker, we are wondering if it is ...
Hi Tarik, I will try to answer your questions. 1. Both your kids are welcome to join our schools (which are all public schools by the way) 2. There are probably some special programs, but you have to ask the school you choose for both of your ... Read More
New members of the France forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the France forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
You mean that "delightful" American girl who spouted ignorant racist bullshit on this forum? I am glad she is gone! I read most posts posted on here and I never seen Steffifi post racist comments on here. So if you say something prove ... Read More
Applying to be Dutch in the UK by TheShankster
Hi folks, Glad to be here. I just wanted to get clarification based on our personal situation - to see if we're thinking along the right lines. In my particular situation, my wife, who is a UK national, became Dutch through the option ...
Well, what do you know? :/LOL - obviously not a lot; it makes the published advice a nonsense. I think the best option from now on is to revert everybody the IND. It's nothing else but a convenience passport.He didn't get the Dutch ... Read More
Applying to be Dutch in the UK by TheShankster
Hi folks, Glad to be here. I just wanted to get clarification based on our personal situation - to see if we're thinking along the right lines. In my particular situation, my wife, who is a UK national, became Dutch through the option ...
Yup I got mine when I was born. The last thing I say about this whole question is that it would amaze me if the topic starter would get the Dutch nationality. The rules about it are very strict and they are not lenient at all. Read More
Applying to be Dutch in the UK by TheShankster
Hi folks, Glad to be here. I just wanted to get clarification based on our personal situation - to see if we're thinking along the right lines. In my particular situation, my wife, who is a UK national, became Dutch through the option ...
Yes, but you do not need the Dutch nationality. So why should they give you the Dutch nationality? I find it odd that you want to have three nationalities, that is not how it should work. They will deny you the Dutch nationality, because of this. Read More
long term rental by lindaamiller
Hello, my husband and I are looking for a long term rental a house with outside garden relatively peaceful place, we are relocating to France and due to cover cannot get over to look and purchase until mid August we will maybe need about four months ...
As British nationals you can only stay for 90 days max. in France. Read More
Applying to be Dutch in the UK by TheShankster
Hi folks, Glad to be here. I just wanted to get clarification based on our personal situation - to see if we're thinking along the right lines. In my particular situation, my wife, who is a UK national, became Dutch through the option ...
Hi, I have been reading your story, but I have to tell you there is no way for you to get the Dutch nationality. Even if you guys would live in the Netherlands it would at least take 5 years for you to become a Dutch citizen. Just being married to ... Read More
New members of the Netherlands forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Netherlands forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
A lot of luck. We have a huge housing problem in the Netherlands and so the housing market is very tight at the moment. You can try Funda.nl Read More
New members of the France forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the France forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
There has been many complaints about her. Comments have been removed - and as a matter of fact - she has had her entire account disabled to prevent her from posting further. STEFFIFI - have you ever been banned from this site, yes or no?You mean ... Read More
New members of the France forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the France forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Maybe it's harsh but there are just no jobs for those people in the EU. Read More
Basic Dutch health insurance with foreign income by palex71
Hello, I am having issues purchasing basic Dutch health insurance. I have registered with my Italian passport and have my BSN. However, I have had two insurance companies tell me that I cannot purchase health insurance because I receive foreign ...
Dutch travel insurance policies don't cover you in the Netherlands. The only option to insure yourself is by OOM Insurances, they are the only company that will insure you. Also without income you cannot insure yourself as a foreigner. ... Read More
COVID-19: effects on application or stay by Cynic
The IND has issued a Q&A document on their website titled "[b]Coronavirus (COVID-19): effects on application or stay[/b]"; you can read the entire document at this ...
I must say it surprised me to read that, I didn't expect them to be this lenient. Most of the time they aren't so flexible. Read More
Need Assistance to file Student Visa Application in the Netherlands
It would be wise you answer those questions truthfully, because they will find it out when they check your background. If you indeed have a travel ban to the UK, you probably won't get a study visa in the Netherlands. Read More
MVV about to expire by drjeetendrarathore
Hi! my MVV expires on 8th June. If the flight ban from India is lifted on 1st June can I travel to Netherlands as the residence permit will take around 2 weeks to be issued once I land in Netherlands. Will it be possible to stay in Netherlands?
It's not likely the travel ban will be lifted soon., so you would have to get an new mvv. Read More
Basic Dutch health insurance with foreign income by palex71
Hello, I am having issues purchasing basic Dutch health insurance. I have registered with my Italian passport and have my BSN. However, I have had two insurance companies tell me that I cannot purchase health insurance because I receive foreign ...
The problem is that you don't pay taxes in the Netherlands, so you cannot take part into our health care scheme. However there is a company where you can insure yourself: Oom Insurance Read More
Paying for groceries online shop - new arrivals in NL by eamonexpat
Hi, not sure how many people will have experienced this yet, but I’ve been searching online and can’t find any answers... We’re moving to the Netherlands in a little under a month, which means we’ll be arriving and ...
Yes you can also order groceries from Picnic but only via app and there is a waiting time for new customers. They are the cheapest option and they deliver for free. Plus is another supermarket that delivers. Those are the biggest chains in the ... Read More
Paying for groceries online shop - new arrivals in NL by eamonexpat
Hi, not sure how many people will have experienced this yet, but I’ve been searching online and can’t find any answers... We’re moving to the Netherlands in a little under a month, which means we’ll be arriving and ...
Hi, You could try Jumbo that is also a big chain in The Netherlands that delivers groceries. You can pay with a credit card. Read More
Are you happy in the Netherlands? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in the Netherlands? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before ...
Who are the "people" who want to see the way you raise your kids? Teachers, school officials, jeugdzorg or just other parents of the other children? If it's just the other parents you can just ignore it of course. Read More
Is US SSDI (Disability benefit) taxed in the Netherlands? by GuestPoster134
I have a low income and receive among others a SSDI benefit from the USA paid into my bank account in the US. Is US SSDI (Disability benefit) going to be taxed in the Netherlands? I ask because in the US it is not due to my total income being low.
Double theft :lol: You have an income and yes you will be taxed of course, that is the way our (Dutch) social security system works. I believe you could get an deductible item so you will not have to pay full taxes. You probably will receive only ... Read More
Torrenting in Germany by shelby_santana
Hey guys, my name is Shelby and I moved to Berlin a year ago. I'm new to this forum so please tell me if this topic is okay to post here. Recently I used Torrents to get new series of a TV show I like. I always used torrents back in my home ...
Only downloading and uploading of copyrighted material is illegal, everything else is o.k.True but I don't have the feeling they meant the legal material ;) Read More
Relocating from Australia To Groningen by Freeman_Aus
Hi All, I've just accepted a position with a company in Groningen and I am awaiting my Visa, etc to be approved then will be relocating to Groningen around the start of July. I am aware that I will need to have a permanent address and so on to ...
@Cynic AirBnB's are very restricted in the Netherlands, so you would have to relocate every week to an new place. Maybe even after only a couple of days at the time. @Freeman_Aus I assume you got a job in the city of Groningen, I would advise ... Read More
Bring my own car from US to Bulgaria by mihaelaio6
Dear People, I plan to move for 3 years to Bulgaria. Is it possible to bring my car from US and drive it there. At the end of the period I plan to bring the car back to US
See the following link:Customs Bulgaria It is the only way to import your car to the whole EU. All other ways claimed as above posts are illegal and will get you in a shit load of trouble. Read More
Torrenting in Germany by shelby_santana
Hey guys, my name is Shelby and I moved to Berlin a year ago. I'm new to this forum so please tell me if this topic is okay to post here. Recently I used Torrents to get new series of a TV show I like. I always used torrents back in my home ...
Downloading and uploading are illegal in the whole EU. See EU law If you want to watch tv programs , movies or listen to music there are a lot of legal ways to do that. Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney Plus, Spotify are some examples and yes you will ... Read More
Moving from Belgium to Nederlands - Does it worth? by fernandoks
Hello Friend, I'm living in Belgium (south Brussels in Beersel) for a year, but last week I got a job offer in Nederlands, near Amersfoort. As taxes in NL are lower than Belgium, the salary difference is around 1200 euros net more. I know this ...
I can assure you that the taxes are way higher in the Netherlands. I don't know if the private schools are cheaper over here, because I don't make use of them. There aren't many of them in this country. Yes a lot of Dutch people do ... Read More
Monthly payments by colinhill0912
Hi I’m looking online and have enquired about a pay monthly property being sold by Bulgariadirect.com Has anyone had any experience with this company? Although online it says they have been around since 2003 I cannot find any reviews or people ...
I heard about this guy and he is a very shady person and I know he had many complaints from buyers in the past. I wouldn't trust him with my money. If you stiil want to buy from him, make sure you have a good lawyer to make it legallly sound. Read More
Monthly payments by colinhill0912
Hi I’m looking online and have enquired about a pay monthly property being sold by Bulgariadirect.com Has anyone had any experience with this company? Although online it says they have been around since 2003 I cannot find any reviews or people ...
They make a nice profit on these houses, they buy it for cheap and sell it for 8000 more. The only thing they do is paint the houses. Nothing wrong with that of course. You do have to prepare for living in the middle of nowhere and shops can be ... Read More
Airlines that carry dogs by Mel1702
I'm wanting to fly my dog out to BG from the UK later in the year but struggling to find airlines that offer this service. Could anyone give me some advice please if you have done this with your own pet.Thanks in advance!
Don't forget the needed docuuments for transporting animals into the EU. Read More
Importing my car from Turkey to Bulgaria by Groundhogday
Hi, I am starting a new job in Sofia in August so will be relocating soon. I am wondering if I can bring my car with me from Turkey - i have owned it for 3 years so I'm thinking it counts as a personal possession. Some websites seem to suggest I ...
Make sure that you have all the documents of your ownership of the car and check if the engine and car number are the same. They have to be the same. Read More
Regional weather by Mel1702
Good afternoon, can you give me some idea of weather conditions throughout the year for the fit areas please? Have checked out in the net & it’s a bit limited. Thanks! VT, 50km west of Varna & 60km west of Burgas.
Well it depends VT has a land climate and the other areas have a sea climate. Read More
Partner working in NL remotely w/o work permit by Tony Metam
Hello, A bit about my situation. Me and my partner are U.S. citizens. I was accepted into a Masters program on full scholarship with a small monthly stipend. To my knowledge, and what I have been told, is that the university, TU Delft, will apply ...
You will not be able to sponsor her without sufficent income and no the scholarship doesn't count as income. Cynic said it already don't forget the mandatory medical insurance that will cost around 250 euros for the both of you. Also do not ... Read More
Pregnant and expat: what do I need to do by strawbella
Hi, So, I am pregnant in my second trimester and curious on what I really need to do. I understood recently from my midwife that I really needed to book a kraamzorger and that I am way too late..well..I had no way of knowing! Would be great if ...
I don't think you are too late, there are a lot of kraamzorgbureau's in The Netherlands so you probably will find one. Read More
Questions and Clarrification by GuestPoster787
Hello, my name is Melanie currently living here in the philippines. I am very curious of this. Is it realy true that the Filipino au pairs are ban in France? Or both of this? Can somebody answer my questions regarding to this. Thankyou,
Well there is still the travel ban in place. Read More
New members of the Netherlands forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Netherlands forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi Antonio, Please post in English. Read More
Looking for friends by elisabethdubois
Hi, my name is Elisabeth Dubois, and I'm looking for some friends. I have a lot to talk about, and I would like to share my knowledge with yours. Do not hesitate to answer me to get to know better. :)
Did you actually read your own post? It was plain creepy! Read More
Airlines that carry dogs by Mel1702
I'm wanting to fly my dog out to BG from the UK later in the year but struggling to find airlines that offer this service. Could anyone give me some advice please if you have done this with your own pet.Thanks in advance!
Don't forget the needed paperwork. See gov.uk Read More
New members of the Netherlands forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Netherlands forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
For the motorbikes see the following link: RDW Read More
Clinical psychologists with foreign degrees and no Dutch language by Guest9765
Hi everyone, I'm currently considering moving to the Netherlands with my partner, who has been offered a job in Amsterdam. My concern is that I won't be able to find a satisfying job in the field of clinical psychology, considering I ...
The best and fastest way to learn Dutch is this institute: Language Institute Regina Coeli Read More
Clinical psychologists with foreign degrees and no Dutch language by Guest9765
Hi everyone, I'm currently considering moving to the Netherlands with my partner, who has been offered a job in Amsterdam. My concern is that I won't be able to find a satisfying job in the field of clinical psychology, considering I ...
Good luck! It would be perfect for you. Read More
Clinical psychologists with foreign degrees and no Dutch language by Guest9765
Hi everyone, I'm currently considering moving to the Netherlands with my partner, who has been offered a job in Amsterdam. My concern is that I won't be able to find a satisfying job in the field of clinical psychology, considering I ...
It will be very difficult the competiition is already fierce and without being fluent in Dutch you will not have a chance to land a job. And yes you have to be registered in the BIG-register. Read More
Rotterdam - Rent and groceries prices (cost of living) by Diego_A
Hello all! My name is Diego and I am from Brazil. Recently I got an offer to work in Rotterdam as a Skilled Worker. I am choosing the 30% tax rule. I will be moving with my wife and two kids in 5 months (I hope the COVID does not make it ...
Looking for a house or apartment with 3 bedrooms will be very hard in the region of Rotterdam within 5 months is nearly impossible. Especially if you are looking from a large distance. It isn't impossible but the time to find a good place is ... Read More
Health Insurance in the Netherlands for salary coming from aboard by TBUK
Hi all, I had just run into a couple of issues trying to get health insurance in the Netherlands and was hoping for some guidance. I recently moved to the Netherlands from the US (as a UK native), still working for the US company so my salary is ...
Unfortunely OOM is the only one who offers an Health Insurance for foreigners, so International Health insurance is your only option. International Health Insurance is expensive, so it is going to be very costly. Read More
Health Insurance in the Netherlands for salary coming from aboard by TBUK
Hi all, I had just run into a couple of issues trying to get health insurance in the Netherlands and was hoping for some guidance. I recently moved to the Netherlands from the US (as a UK native), still working for the US company so my salary is ...
Only logical if you are a guest in this country for only three months. Read More
Health Insurance in the Netherlands for salary coming from aboard by TBUK
Hi all, I had just run into a couple of issues trying to get health insurance in the Netherlands and was hoping for some guidance. I recently moved to the Netherlands from the US (as a UK native), still working for the US company so my salary is ...
I now see the kind of insurance the original poster meant, it's the OOM Schengen Foreigner Insurance. As I read it right it's only for guests who stay for three months within the Schengen accord see: OOM Schengen Visitor Insurence I really ... Read More
Health Insurance in the Netherlands for salary coming from aboard by TBUK
Hi all, I had just run into a couple of issues trying to get health insurance in the Netherlands and was hoping for some guidance. I recently moved to the Netherlands from the US (as a UK native), still working for the US company so my salary is ...
That is strange by law you will recieve a normal "basisverzekering" and it shouldn't matter what your existing condition is (also in the law). Too bad the OOM website is offline for the moment, so we can't read the existing ... Read More
Residency in Bulgaria by Munchkin120268
Would anyone be able to tell me how long we can stay for in the house that my wife and I purchased as we are currently in the UK and planning to move permanently when we retire in 5 years - Martin
No you cannot do that you will have to go back to the UK for that period. The 90 days period is for the whole EU, so after the 90 days you will have to go back home for 90 days.Not correct, as BG is not in Schengen area (yet) you could spend 90 days ... Read More
Americans Buying Property in Netherlands by Zemsadventures
Hi All, My husband and I are considering buying a house in the Netherlands as an investment and in preparation for our eventual move and relocation to the NL in 2 years or so. We were interested in finding any additional information from Americans ...
Buying a house with cash is really something that isn't seen as normal in the Netherlands. Plus the possibility that you find a house here are slim the market is over asked by the huge demand for houses and too few houses on the market. Also a ... Read More
Residency in Bulgaria by Munchkin120268
Would anyone be able to tell me how long we can stay for in the house that my wife and I purchased as we are currently in the UK and planning to move permanently when we retire in 5 years - Martin
No you cannot do that you will have to go back to the UK for that period. The 90 days period is for the whole EU, so after the 90 days you will have to go back home for 90 days. Read More
Foreigners Survival Guide for Germany by JohannesM
Yes - there are several online guides that describe the basic ropes of living in Germany. This guide is particular in that describes some noticeable differences from a South African Perspective - so you can call it a cultural survival guide rather ...
The Dutch goverment does it too: Read More
Chiropractors in the netherlands? by Guyinbrown
Are there any working chiropractors or physiotherapists in the netherlands right now.
Yes both are considered as essential workers. Read More
Advice Needed - Tax on income from own overseas business. by SammyFlo
Hi everyone, I was hoping somebody could give me some advice or perhaps has had experience in these matters. I run a freelance consulting business that is registered in Australia. I have clients in various countries that I deal with, and they are ...
There is a tax agreement between Australia and the Netherlands, so no double taxation. Read More
Garden retailers advice by Bramble61
Good afternoon, Hi, I'm hopefully moving very soon to a hideaway in Nievre, there is a lot of work to do in the garden, building a pathway, removing brambles (chemically free!) clearing a lot of stone from a fallen over- grown barn etc. If ...
If seeds and plants really are that expensive in France, you can always mailorder your seeds from The Netherlands. I always order from Vreeken Dordrecht from my hometown, but I know they send to all countries inside the EU. Read More
Best central(ish) locations for a family by LoreleiLee
Hiya, I have been looking into mortgages and hope to get one in 2 or so years. Obviously being an expat I don't really know many places of the country and am just looking for towns that maybe I hadn't considered/don't know. I don't ...
My advise would be Gorinchem (Gorcum), Leerdam, Meerkerk. If you want something a bit more rural, but still central try Spijk, Arkel, Giessen, Brakel, Heukelum or in the neighbourhood. Yes Gorcum has city rights, but it's a beautiful old town ... Read More
Employed in Germany - Living in the UK by UK2GERMANY
Hello, I have recently joined a company in Germany and have an apartment in Germany where I have my anmeldung. I am British and have my family in the UK and have applied for my post-Brexit residence card which is a requirement to be fulfilled ...
I found this: Tax treaty. I want to add there is no update for the treaty in 2021, so I would go to a good lawyer if this may have concequenses for you. It seems there isn't an up to date agreement yet. Read More
Smoke smells in apartments? by findcate
Hello, We're relocating to Paris and planning to buy an apartment. I'm worried about secondhand cigarette smoke. Our daughter has mild asthma and I also hate the smell. I've crossed the street to avoid walking behind people smoking. ...
My neighbour is a heavy smoker when I sit in my garden in the summer, the stale smell of old tobacco enters my garden. Yes that is annoying, but I cannot ask him to keep his doors closed in the summer. It's just something out of my control. Read More
Smoke smells in apartments? by findcate
Hello, We're relocating to Paris and planning to buy an apartment. I'm worried about secondhand cigarette smoke. Our daughter has mild asthma and I also hate the smell. I've crossed the street to avoid walking behind people smoking. ...
Map where in France do people smoke the most It's 21 percent for the Paris region and thus the lowest in France. I looked to compare this with the US and that is around the 16 percent. So yes people in Paris smoke a bit more, but it's not ... Read More
Urgent BSM number needed...please help by Mfurber
Hi, my 22 year old son has been working in the Netherlands, and stupidly didn’t register before Brexit. His company have now said he must stop work until he has a BSM number. He is having tons of problems with this, 1) he Spoke to lots of ...
Well he is going to lose his job anyway, it costs just to much time to get a work permit/visa. If he started in december and forgot to register, he is now to late the transition period is over. That is the reason why they are saying they won't ... Read More
Urgent BSM number needed...please help by Mfurber
Hi, my 22 year old son has been working in the Netherlands, and stupidly didn’t register before Brexit. His company have now said he must stop work until he has a BSM number. He is having tons of problems with this, 1) he Spoke to lots of ...
I understand, but the statement says he forgot to register at all. So I am a bit confused. Read More
Utrecht or Maastricht by Toidan
I've been offered a place at Liberal arts colleges at Utrecht and Maastricht and thus I hesitate which one to choose. Utrecht University scores better in rankings and has a wider offer of courses, yet UCM seems to have several research projects ...
Utrecht is a great city, but finding a place to live is nearly impossible. Maastricht is also a great city, but it's also very difficult to find a place to live. Ask the universities if they have an housing program for foreign students. Read More
Urgent BSM number needed...please help by Mfurber
Hi, my 22 year old son has been working in the Netherlands, and stupidly didn’t register before Brexit. His company have now said he must stop work until he has a BSM number. He is having tons of problems with this, 1) he Spoke to lots of ...
According to this statement he didn't register at all. Read More
Urgent BSM number needed...please help by Mfurber
Hi, my 22 year old son has been working in the Netherlands, and stupidly didn’t register before Brexit. His company have now said he must stop work until he has a BSM number. He is having tons of problems with this, 1) he Spoke to lots of ...
If he is working in The Netherlands legally he needs the BSN number or he will lose his job. You cannot work without an BSN number. He now probably needs an work permit as being from non EU member state. Read More
seafood restaurant & bars by pacbo
just arrived in Amsterdam,do you know any fancy seafood restaurant & bars ?
Here you go (Disclaimer: All restaurants are closed in The Netherlands due to Covid 19.) I found it on Google, so please don't ask me anything about the restaurants. I don't eat fish an I dislike Amsterdam. Read More
English Speaking SEN Teacher by Annabelle2020
Hello, I am thinking of moving to Maastricht and set up my own teaching company as a Special Educational Needs Teacher. I specialise in helping children who struggle at school with English and Maths mainly due to dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD, ...
Our public schools have special programs for children with dyslexia. Read More
Should I pursue a legal case against the reduction of the 30% ruling. by feelingcheated
Hi, I am writing this because I am feeling cheated by the Dutch government. I am an expat living here with my family since October 2016. When I first arrived I was offered by the government 8 years of tax reduction (the 30% ruling) which would ...
You need to object against the decision, you can find how on the belastingdienst website. You will need the decision of your 8 year tax reduction on paper, the new letter stating they reduced it to 5 years, financial stuff on paper and everything ... Read More
Moving personal effects U.K.to EU - Taxes post Brexit???? by HelenDinBG
We bought a house in Bulgaria and got residency last year, now we want to start moving our belongings across ready to move in the autumn. I’m hearing there may be issues post Brexit due to the lack of an agreement between U.K. and EU allowing ...
The needed information Read More
Container Shipping To Bulgaria by gizajob
Has anyone moved from the UK recently ,say in the last 12 months , and had a shipping container shipped to Bulgaria from the UK ? . I have a 20 ft container which I am currently filling with the contents of our 3 bed / house . I am looking for ...
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Runner Ducks by flynnboy
Hi, Does anyone know where I can buy Indian Runner Ducks, preferbly close to 35 ? Thanks !
Hi, Try searching for "coureur indien à vendre bretagne" in google. I found one seller who sells them for 79 euro a couple. Read More
New members of the Netherlands forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Netherlands forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
I'm afraid you will not get an visa at all. Yes we are in need of caregivers, but you don't have the needed education to work in the Netherlands. Also a lot of young people speak abit of English, but our elderly don't. So you will have ... Read More
Possible move to Bulgaria by Frankieboy123
Hi all, once the covid situation is under control I like many others would like to visit BG with a view of a permanent move. My situation would be as a retired person looking for a a comfortable property on a smart complex somewhere around Varna, ...
The UK is out of the EU, so now other rules do apply Read More
Possible move to Bulgaria by Frankieboy123
Hi all, once the covid situation is under control I like many others would like to visit BG with a view of a permanent move. My situation would be as a retired person looking for a a comfortable property on a smart complex somewhere around Varna, ...
If you want to live in Bulgaria permanently you will probably need an D Visa to do so, also you must check if it is possible to receive your pension on a Bulgarian account. Read More
Joint custody by Bl@ckfin
Hello people .. Wish you all a happy 2021..As a new parent stuck in Mauritius for the moment.. I wanted to ask if somebody could advise me if there any means of legal way to sign any joint custody declaration for a child in Germany with her mother ...
I have read this whole discussion and I still don't understand what you want to know. So you have a German girlfriend by whom you have an child. For unclear reasons she has the full custody of your child, but now you want to join them and you ... Read More
How to find a job by LeslieB100
Hi! I am a 22 year old Californian and I am looking into how I can find jobs that would give me a contract in order for me to apply for a work visa and to live in the netherlands. Thankyou
Hi, The first and most important thing is speaking Dutch at a consersational level. You must have a educational degree that conforms with the EU and the Dutch guidelines, without you can't land a job in the Netherlands. Read here to learn more Read More
Moving "2BEAUTIFULFRANCE" ! by Grey Matter One
Hello Community Members Hope things are fine with YOU and your loved ones in our current climate of Covid-19 Well anyway HAPPY NEW YEAR and a PROSPECTUS ONE as well ! Currently here in London and should be there in France by next week sometime ...
The UK is in one of the worst crises in their history with great loss of people and you were wondering why you couldn't get on the train for a vacation? Read More
Mortgage in the Netherlands for Dutch Nationals abroad by GlobalCitizen2000
Hello, I am a Dutch national currently living in the US on a green card, and am looking to purchase a house in the Netherlands. Does anyone have any information regarding how Dutch nationals living abroad can obtain a mortgage to fund the purchase? ...
Well that's great up to the next hurdle: finding an house or appartment. Do you still have family in the Netherlands to help you look at houses and actually do the bidding on them for you? You are going to need someone to help you guys here in ... Read More
Mortgage in the Netherlands for Dutch Nationals abroad by GlobalCitizen2000
Hello, I am a Dutch national currently living in the US on a green card, and am looking to purchase a house in the Netherlands. Does anyone have any information regarding how Dutch nationals living abroad can obtain a mortgage to fund the purchase? ...
If you can get a mortgage which I doubt to be honest with no income in the Netherlands or the EU. Finding a place would also be very difficult the housing market has an enormous shortage of payable houses or appartments. Ik wens jullie in ieder ... Read More
Registration of non-EU nursing qualifications by nessje
Hi everyone, I am a Registered Nurse from Australia and am looking to see if anyone else has gone through the process of nursing registration from a country outside of the EU? Do I just need to pass the Dutch Language Proficiency test and then ...
Hi, Learning Dutch is the most important thing to do now, once you reach an level where you can conversate easily to your patients. Learning the Dutch way of living is also very important. Once you have done that finding a job wouldn't be very ... Read More
Nursing Process in NL by kayeanne
Hi everyone I am Kaye, 27 years old currently a permanent resident in Vancouver Canada, I am originally from Philippines. I am a registered nurse in Philippines. I worked as an ER and ICU nurse in Saudi Arabia, and now currently in procedure of ...
Hi, What you want to want to know you can find on BIG register You need to be able to speak Dutch fluently and have an understanding of the way the Dutch live their life. Read More
Can an insurance company refuse to provide extra dental insurance? by JSnetherlands
I have fractured my tooth and will have it removed soon. I am thinking about getting a dental implant, but the year is coming to a close so I will probably do that next year. Because of the extra costs invovled I am thinking that I should get the ...
You are in luck we have the best maternity care in the world and it will not cost you extra. I found a good English explanation on youtube about it. Link to video Read More
Clarification of the civil law matter by Lucious
G'day wonderful people, I would be very grateful for a legal advice concerning the following situation: Several months ago, I absent-mindedly walked out of a department store, unaware that I was still wearing one of the clothing items I tried ...
Just pay the 200 euro for the damage, you were in the wrong in this case. Read More
Full lockdown in the Netherlands by Ramses K.
Hi, I want to inform everyone that from now untill at least januari 19 the Netherlands is in full lockdown. For more information see ...
Yes of course! Let us hope we all can be vaccinated soon. Read More
Full lockdown in the Netherlands by Ramses K.
Hi, I want to inform everyone that from now untill at least januari 19 the Netherlands is in full lockdown. For more information see ...
I have a problem with the term full lockdown. It is not, you have strict regulations and your are still able to work, do groceries, going outdoors and socializing. Full lockdown means the whole society is locked up for a partial period of time.I ... Read More
Mortgage for expat advice by neopetrie
Hi, I am due to arrive to The Hague in June for work. Ideally, my family would arrive a few months later - after I've purchased us a house and our belongings are moved in (i.e., ready to go!). However, ABNAMRO, who we are considering a mortgage ...
@kasaduss You cannot buy a house in the Netherlands the way you describe. That is simply impossible. Like Cynic already said you have to be a resident in the Netherlands to buy a house. Most couples that buy an house work both, so it's a ... Read More
Full lockdown in the Netherlands by Ramses K.
Hi, I want to inform everyone that from now untill at least januari 19 the Netherlands is in full lockdown. For more information see ...
The press conference about the lockdown is now translated into: Polish, Arabic, Berber, English, Tigrinya, Farci, Turkish, Maroccan. See this link Read More
Full lockdown in the Netherlands
Hi, I want to inform everyone that from now untill at least januari 19 the Netherlands is in full lockdown. For more information see Government.nl. There will be translations in other languages soon, I will post them when I find them. Stay safe ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
After januari you cannot travel in the EU anymore as an British citizen due to Brexit an Covid-19. Hopefully you have an EU passport too. Read More
PLEASE HELP : HIGHLY SKILLED MIGRANT by xaviernetherlands
Hi guys, My apologies in advance if this has already been asked (I have looked up but couldn't find it) A little background information: I came to Amsterdam with the : "orientation year program" and recently, my employer and I applied ...
I can answer this for you. You will only get a sponsorship if there is noone in The Netherlands or EU who has the specific skill set to do the job. If this isn't the case you will not get a sponsorship. Read More
Do you speak Dutch? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Dutch is essential for a successful integration in the Netherlands. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Dutch? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...
That process is not a law so you don't have to follow it. In the Netherlands the rules are stricter in this case. Can your partner sponsor you? Read More
Do you speak Dutch? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Dutch is essential for a successful integration in the Netherlands. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Dutch? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...
Only the UK, Ireland and Malta speak English. So if you want an English speaking job go to those countries. For every other country in Europe you must learn the native language to land a job. Also you will not getting a spouse visa easily in the ... Read More