Resources for expats living in the Amsterdam Area

If you're living in the wider Amsterdam area, then this list of essential resources for living, working and playing in the region should help you feel right at home in no time. 

Resources for expats

Advice and support for expats
ACCESS has a team of volunteers ready to provide info, advice and anything else you might need for moving to or living in the Netherlands.

Books about Amsterdam

Amsterdam books reading
A selection of books covering culture, business and living in the Netherlands. The perfect way to help you understand the Dutch way of life.

Expat blogs

Amsterdam canal houses bridge bikes, Cindy Koning
Our list of notable expat blogs about life in the Netherlands, capturing the essence of Amsterdam in pictures and words.

International media

Athenaeum Boekhandel Henny Boogert
Our pick of the best media available to expats in the Netherlands, including magazines, radio, websites and bookstores.

My first month booklet

Amsterdam canal sunset in summer
This complimentary booklet contains a wealth of information for international newcomers, including frequently asked questions and useful contacts.

Five reasons to learn Dutch

Learning Dutch can open up new opportunities and enhance your experience of living in the Netherlands. Find out how here.

PuurZuid

Biking on bridge sunset Amsterdam CC BY-SA 2.0 Daniel Wehner via Flickr
Find help with concerns surrounding legal matters, financial issues, mental health and more.

!WOON

!WOON is a tenant support agency that offers free advice for renters in Amsterdam.

Other important resources

Working in Amsterdam

The Amsterdam Area has a lot to offer talented people wanting to use their skills to shape the future. The region celebrates innovation and sustainabi...
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Amsterdam Sarphatipark De Pijp CC BY-SA 4.0 Milliped via Wikimedia Commons

Find a house

Read up on renting, buying property, mortgages and housing rights to help with finding your new home in the Amsterdam Area.
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Learn Dutch

Learn to speak the local language with our guide to Dutch language courses in the Amsterdam Area, finding a private tutor and official examinations.
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Official matters

Organise visas, permits, registration, driving licences and other essential procedures for becoming a new resident in the Amsterdam Area. 
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Launchpad Meetups Startup Amsterdam

Do business

Amsterdam is a key launchpad into the European market, with a stable business climate, diverse talent pool, entrepreneurial mindset and a work-life ba...
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Business in the Amsterdam Area

IN Amsterdam partners

Whether you’re looking for Dutch lessons, dentists or anything in between, IN Amsterdam’s partners are experts in working with internation...
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Advice from the experts

Tips on avoiding housing scams in Amsterdam

Expatcenter Amsterdam registration

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

Amsterdam canal boating

Going local: Dutch public schools for expat families

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