Resources

Starting your own business in the Netherlands

Self-employment in the Netherlands allows you to do what you want when you want for your career, but there are some things to keep in mind before star...

Conditions and benefits of the highly skilled migrant permit, EU Blue Card and ICT permit

Learn about the requirements of the Netherlands’ three main immigration permits: the highly skilled migrant programme, the EU Blue Card and the ICT pe...

Amsterdam Oudezijds Voorburgwal night lights, Ellen Martens

Dutch news stories make an international splash

DutchNews.nl celebrates 10 years of providing Dutch news in English. Since its launch in 2006, the website has published over 35,000 articles that hav...

Sworn translation or interpreter

A sworn translator or interpreter may be required when official documents need to be signed. Find out exactly what services they provide and when it m...

Going local: Dutch public schools for expat families

There are long waiting lists for international schools in Amsterdam. But for expat families, local Dutch schools are an option.

Tips on public speaking

Would you rather face death than speak in public? You're not alone! IN Amsterdam Partner Peter Koijen, international trainer, coach, and owner of in2m...

Are you having fun learning Dutch?

When most people arrive in the Netherlands, there is one thing they know for sure: another country also means a new language. Initially they are excit...

Amsterdam tourist attractions sign pedestrian

Five reasons to learn Dutch

Learning Dutch can open up new opportunities and enhance your experience of living in the Netherlands. Here are five great reasons to learn the langua...

Tips on learning a language

Some people decide to learn a foreign language for practical reasons: they may be living in a country where that language is spoken, or planning to tr...