8 tips to keep your household cashflow healthy – the Dutch way
Moving to another country is fun and adventurous, but can be expensive too. Besides all the new places you want to discover and visit, you will also need to invest time studying the tax system of your new country of residence. Prices and spending levels will probably be different compared to your home country. In […]
The E106 form: the validity of your Dutch health insurance in your country of residence
You arranged both your public and private Dutch health insurance and now you are probably wondering if you are also entitled to your Dutch healthcare insurance in your country of origin.
10 fun facts about the Netherlands
Are you already living in the Netherlands or did you just arrive? Maybe you are planning on working and living here in the near future. Like every other country, we have our own traditions, foods, jokes, sayings, famous buildings and cities. All mixed with some oddities of course. To help you to get to know […]
Dutch public health insurance and the way it works
Everyone living in the Netherlands is obliged to have health insurance. This also affects highly skilled migrants, expats and foreign students. Although it is mandatory to have health insurance in the Netherlands, there are certain conditions which determine if you are eligible for Dutch public health insurance, or not.
Driving in the Netherlands with a foreign license
You already found a challenging job and a nice place to live within driving distance of your workplace. But can you still use your current driving license now you have moved to the Netherlands? We will explain all to know about the use of your foreign driving license during your stay in the Netherlands.
The Citizen Service Number (BSN Number) in the Netherlands
If you want to work in the Netherlands as an expat there are a few important things to consider. To begin with, you should apply for a Citizen Service Number (Burgerservicenummer, or BSN number). This is a social-fiscal number issued to all Dutch tax residents, and it makes it easier for public authorities to exchange information […]
What you need to know: extraterritorial costs and school fees
When the 30% ruling is granted and applied to an employee’s payroll, this is considered as reimbursement for any extraterritorial costs incurred by the employee in order to take up employment in The Netherlands. As a result, extra territorial costs can not be reimbursed again untaxed separately.
Living in The Netherlands: setting up a bank account
For those moving to The Netherlands for the first time, an important point to consider are the legally required documents needed to open a Dutch bank account.
Living in The Netherlands: Registering in a municipality
When you move to The Netherlands, one of the first things you will want to do is register with the personal records database (Basisregistratie personen, BPR) of your local municipality.
Living in The Netherlands: OV-Fiets (bicycle)
This month, WePayPeople expat desk are having a “transport month” and will be keeping you up to date with everything you need to know about getting around The Netherlands. If you want us to write a blog for you, please contact us below. The Dutch public transportation system (openbaar vervoer) also offers bicycles as part of […]