Banking & Finance
New to banking and finance in the Netherlands? Learn about opening a Dutch bank account, payment methods, cards, bills, and money transfers.
Living in the North
With wide open spaces, beautiful coastline and inland water ways, bustling cities, innovative companies, ground-breaking academic research and rich history, the northern Netherlands is an inspirational place to live. Here is everything you need to know about getting settled in and making yourself at home in Groningen, Drenthe or Friesland.
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Checklist: Moving to the North
Moving to a new country can be a hassle. There are many things to consider and prepare!
Child matters
From how to find schooling, to babysitters and daycare, to vaccinations and the child benefit, the information in this section will help to ensure that your child gets the best start to their lives in the Northern Netherlands.
Dutch Customs and Culture
As in every country, there are certain sets of traditional or common behaviors that are considered the norm in the Netherlands, or at least not abnormal. As foreigners, it’s a good idea to become acquainted with these customs, so that it becomes easier to feel at home in the Netherlands.
Healthcare
Find everything you need to know to about healthcare in the Northern Netherlands.
Housing
All you need to know about finding a property, what to expect from houses in the North, moving, and setting up your new home.
Language Classes
Even though Dutch people usually speak very good English, it is highly recommended to learn Dutch.
Legal Matters
New to legal matters in the Netherlands? Find practical information about compulsory identification, family legal matters, and where to find legal help or service providers.
Leisure
After sorting out the formalities and getting settled in your new home, here's what you need to know to make the most of your leisure time.
Living Expenses
Moving into a home in the Netherlands? Find practical information about utilities, household bills, local taxes, municipal charges, and other address-related living expenses.
Municipal Services
Your municipality, or gemeente, handles most of the day-to-day administration in your area of the Netherlands.
Permits, Registration and Dutch Citizenship
All you need to know about permits and registration for the purpose of study, orientation year, researchers, highly skilled migrants, and families.
Pets
Moving to the Netherlands with a pet, or planning to adopt one? Find practical information about travel rules, local pet care, adoption, and prohibited animals.
Private Vehicle
Planning to cycle, drive, buy a car, or bring a vehicle to the Netherlands? Find practical information about private vehicles, driving licences, insurance, parking, and vehicle rules.
Public Transportation
New to public transport in the Northern Netherlands? Find practical information about travelling by bus and train, using taxis, and shared mobility in Groningen, Friesland, and Drenthe.
Taxes, Benefits, and Social security
More information about the unique taxes, benefits and social security system in The Netherlands.
Ukraine
Helpful information for Ukrainians who are coming to come to the Netherlands due to the war.