De Balie: A Centre For International Culture In Amsterdam

Newcomers to the Netherlands seeking culture, debate and discussion in English can find a lovingly-curated programme of events at De Balie in central Amsterdam. The former district court, with its beautiful stained glass, doubles as a wedding venue when not

What Expats Need To Know When Moving To The Netherlands

Expats from another European Union country planning to live in the Netherlands for more than three months must register with the nearest Municipality Administration (GBA) and will need various bits of documentation to register. As with most countries, moving to

Netherlands – Recommended Social Media Accounts

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at the Netherlands and some of the social media accounts

An Expat Guide to Working in the Netherlands

With around 95% of the population in work, and unemployment continuing to fall, the Netherlands provides good prospects for those seeking work. The average annual salary is around 48,000 euros and workers aged 15 and above are entitled to a

An Expat Guide To Having A Baby In The Netherlands

The Netherlands practises a calm and informed approach to pregnancy, which is deemed to be a healthy and normal state and not a medical condition which requires intense scrutiny. While this can be frustrating when you are trying to get

Choosing A Primary School In The Netherlands

With around 7000 primary schools to choose from, newcomers to the Netherlands need clear information to identify the best fit for their child. We answer the key questions on primary education options to help you begin your search.What do I

How to Rent a Property in Amsterdam

Below is our guide on navigating the complex – and often competitive – process of securing a property. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and find out about the laws which are on your side. What Is The Rental Market

Stuart Billinghurst, Friesland

Who are you? My name is Stuart Billinghurst. I’m an accident prone Englishman and the writer of InvadingHolland.com.Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved to The Netherlands in the summer of 2001. I didn’t exactly plan to

Amanda van Mulligen, Zoetermeer

Who are you? I’m British but the Netherlands has been my home since 2000. My husband is Dutch, and my three sons have both Dutch and British nationalities. I’m a writer and blogger and you can find my stories in