Liana Risseeuw 🇱🇰

Liana juggles her role as an Editor with wrapping up a degree in cognitive linguistics and assisting with DutchReview's affiliate portfolio. Since arriving in the Netherlands for her studies in 2018, she's thrilled to have the 'write' opportunity to help other internationals feel more at home here — whether that's by penning an article on the best SIMs to buy in NL, the latest banking features, or important things to know about Dutch health insurance.

Best mobile subscriptions in the Netherlands without a BSN (2026 guide)

One of the first frustrations many newcomers face is trying to get a Dutch mobile subscription, only to be asked for a BSN they...

Cheapest mobile plans in the Netherlands for expats (compared)

Your monthly mobile bill in the Netherlands could be far lower — if you know where to look. This guide breaks down how Dutch mobile...

Want to rent in the Netherlands? You’ll need €5,676 a month (yes, really)

If you've been telling yourself, "Well, at least I'm not trying to buy a house right now," we have bad news for you: renting...

Wait, what? HEMA is now selling train tickets to Berlin for just €48

HEMA, everyone's favourite Dutch chain, has now added something unexpected to its shelves: discounted international train tickets to Berlin, Hamburg, and Bremen. In partnership with...

Best banking apps for internationals in the Netherlands

The Netherlands has plenty of international-friendly financial tools, from traditional banking apps to apps for saving and investing. In this article, we’ve tested the best...

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