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Renting in Amsterdam on a flexible contract: what expats need to know in 2026

Renting in the Netherlands as an expat has never been more legally protected. Yet somehow, it still...

Making Dutch friends as an international: our 21 best tips

The Netherlands has amazing perks (a healthy work-life balance, good public transportation, yummy fried snacks), but making...

The best prepaid SIMs for internationals and tourists in the Netherlands

Prepaid SIMs offer affordability and a no-strings-attached approach to their data bundles, making them an excellent choice...

5 things to know about getting a prepaid SIM in the Netherlands

Prepaid SIMs are often referred to as one of the handiest tools in an international’s arsenal when...

Dutch municipal elections 2026: a guide for internationals (yes, you can vote)

Municipal elections in the Netherlands might not spark TikTok-level hype, but for expats, they're often the only...

11 of the best apps to have as an international in the Netherlands

Life in the Netherlands as an international is pretty great — but armed with these top apps,...

Pollen, allergies, and hay fever in the Netherlands: how to survive it

Ah, the sun is shining, birds are singing, and spring is on its way. But you know...

The most in-demand languages to work in the Netherlands in 2026 (that aren’t Dutch)

So, you’ve landed in the Netherlands; a small country with a big reputation as an international business...