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Lost your phone in the Netherlands? Here’s what to do next

We’ve all experienced it: the heart-stopping moment when you reach for your phone, and it’s no longer...

7 everyday bunq features that changed the way I bank

After five years of stashing my money in a bunq Pro account (aside from a short-lived stint...

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...

8 things to know about getting Dutch internet

Whether you’re moving to or within the Netherlands, you’ll have to be ready to set up your...

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...

Dreading the Dutch speaking exam? This app drills you until it’s second nature

There's a particular kind of panic reserved for the spreken (speaking) part of the inburgering exam. You've...

Do I need to speak Dutch to work in the Netherlands?

You’re ready to pack your bags and move to the Netherlands for work, but there’s one problem:...

What is a “broodje aap verhaal”? The Dutch expression you didn’t know you needed

Do you have Dutch grandparents? Or had a Dutch nanny? Then maybe you were presented with a...