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Can my Dutch employer pay my salary into a foreign bank account?

Paying your Dutch salary into a foreign bank account is legally allowed in most cases; here’s when...

You should be supplementing your Dutch pension: here’s why (and how to do it) 

When you first move to the Netherlands, there are a million and one things to sort out,...

Can I drink tap water in Amsterdam?

So, you’re parched and wondering if you can drink tap water in Amsterdam. Knowing where to get...

Investing in the Netherlands: 6 great apps for getting into stocks in 2026

There are heaps of great investment apps in the Netherlands, ready to give you a head start...

Moving to the Netherlands from the US: The ultimate guide

Moving to the Netherlands from the US means adjusting to Dutch life, from health insurance and taxes...

What documents do you need to open a Dutch bank account?

Opening a Dutch bank account requires a handful of key documents, and knowing exactly which ones before...

7 things you didn’t know you should insure in your Dutch home

Moving into a new home in the Netherlands brings plenty of excitement, but tracking the actual value...

OPINION: Why the Dutch government (really) wants fewer internationals in the Netherlands

Too much tourism, too much English on trams, and now too many students from abroad? As internationals,...