Legal experts at Everaert Advocaten explain how and when privileged persons living in the Netherlands can apply for permanent residence and naturalisation. | Continue reading
Discover how Regina Coeli’s intensive Dutch language courses in Vught help expats go beyond basic conversation to express their personality, humor, and true self. | Continue reading
A 24-hour nationwide strike on September 9 suspends all trains, buses, trams, metros, and ferries in the Netherlands. Here is what travellers need to know. | Continue reading
At least 10 new English-language bookstores have opened in the Netherlands over the past four years, fuelled by BookTok and screen adaptations. | Continue reading
Single in the Netherlands? Tinder and Bumble user numbers are dropping fast as Dutch locals and expats swap dating app algorithms for real-life meetups. | Continue reading
Fast food outlets in the Netherlands have grown 88 percent since 2007, now totaling 19.400 and overtaking restaurants for the first time, CBS figures show. | Continue reading
Ryanair has announced it will reduce the number of flights it operates over the coming winter period and increase air fares “materially” in Europe in 2027. | Continue reading
A new study finds 100% of examined Dutch outdoor swimming spots contain chemical pollutants, even those rated "excellent" by official water authorities. | Continue reading
Learning Dutch in seven days might sound unrealistic, but Talencoach explains why focused, enjoyable and strategic learning can help you make progress fast. | Continue reading
Aiming for Dutch citizenship but still need to learn the language? With Inburgering Online, preparing for the exam has never been easier or more effective! | Continue reading
Fraudsters are using TikTok and Instagram to scam students in the Netherlands with fake room listings. Learn how the scam works and how to stay safe. | Continue reading
Jumbo has recalled four cheeses in the Netherlands after Listeria was detected. Customers can return products without a receipt for a full refund. | Continue reading
Commercial gyms don't work for time-poor expats in Amsterdam. Discover how personal training studios offer structured coaching, flexible hours, and real community. | Continue reading
IKEA Europe has announced it will cut the price of over 1.000 products in September to attract shoppers amid the cost-of-living crisis. | Continue reading
KNMI, the Met Office and Met Éireann release the official storm names for 2026/2027. Discover the Dutch submissions, including Boelo, Dano and Jade. | Continue reading
A beautiful house abroad isn't always one that feels safe to relax in. Discover why relocation disrupts your sense of home and how sensory design can change that. | Continue reading
Almere becomes one of the first Dutch municipalities to introduce a vacancy tax. From 2027, owners of empty homes pay €2.000 a year, rising to €16.000 in 2028. | Continue reading
CPB research shows international students contribute more to the Dutch economy than they cost, easing worker shortages and generating long-term tax revenue. | Continue reading
From Prinsjesdag and transport strikes to the train changes and fireworks hand-in campaign, here's what to expect in the Netherlands in September 2026. | Continue reading
KNMI confirms summer 2026 is the hottest in the Netherlands since records began in 1901, with an average temperature of 19,3 degrees celsius at De Bilt. | Continue reading
A Nuffic study finds nearly 90% of international students chose the Netherlands for its English-taught programmes, affordable tuition, and high quality of life. | Continue reading
Gasunie warns the Netherlands won't meet its gas storage targets for winter 2026. Supplies should hold, but households face higher energy bills into 2027. | Continue reading
Navigating a divorce in the Netherlands? Learn what expats need to know about Dutch law, cross-border child custody, pensions and residence permits. | Continue reading
Ferry workers in Amsterdam are joining the September 9 public transport strike, leaving 110.000 Amsterdam-Noord residents with almost no way in or out. | Continue reading
Embarking on the journey of finding a new job as an expat in a new country can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate. Here are a few tips to help you. | Continue reading
European Sleeper plans a new night train from Brussels and Amsterdam to Copenhagen and Malmö, launching in April 2028 with fares from 60 to 80 euros. | Continue reading
Need an English-speaking plumber, electrician or handyman in the Netherlands? Discover how Zoofy connects expats with screened local specialists upfront. | Continue reading
A modem defect has left Ziggo business customers in the Netherlands without internet. Ziggo is contacting affected customers to replace faulty Ubee modems. | Continue reading
Worried about rising Dutch mortgage rates? Expat Mortgages explores why higher interest rates can give expat homebuyers an advantage in the Netherlands. | Continue reading
Dutch rail company NS now offers a discount on tickets for quieter trains during rush hour. Tickets must be booked at least one day in advance. | Continue reading
Security workers at Schiphol Airport will hold 15-minute mini-strikes on August 25 and 26, causing delays at security checks. Unions warn of further action. | Continue reading
A partial lunar eclipse will be visible over the Netherlands on August 28, peaking at 6.14am. Find out when to watch and where to look to catch it. | Continue reading
Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS has withdrawn from Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria, citing Israel's conflict in Gaza and the contest's loss of neutrality. | Continue reading
Amsterdam plans to raise its tourist tax from 12.5% to 20% by 2031, pushing total accommodation costs to 41% in VAT - among the highest rates in the world. | Continue reading
Learn 6 essential things to know about health insurance in the Netherlands, including the 385-euro eigen risico, coverage options, and choosing the right policy. | Continue reading
Moving to the Netherlands for university? Discover why international students need a Dutch bank account and how to claim up to €75 with ABN AMRO. | Continue reading
The government is running a fireworks return scheme from September 1 to October 9. Residents can hand in fireworks at drop-off points across the Netherlands. | Continue reading
Virgin Trains has been granted permission to run through the Channel Tunnel from 2030, ending Eurostar's monopoly and bringing Amsterdam-London services closer. | Continue reading
The New York Times has named Haarlem one of Europe's most delightful canal cities, praising it as a quieter alternative to busy Amsterdam just 20 minutes away. | Continue reading
More expat families in the Netherlands are choosing bilingual childcare. Learn how it supports Dutch language development, emotional security, and local integration. | Continue reading
CBS figures show 30% of adults in the Netherlands have no partner, up from 27% in 2013. Find out how age, gender, and divorce shape relationship trends. | Continue reading
From September 4, 2026, NS will no longer compensate travellers who use alternative transport during train strikes unless they have checked in first. | Continue reading
KNMI has issued a code yellow weather warning for thunderstorms, hail and waterspouts along Dutch coastal provinces until 6pm on Thursday, August 20. | Continue reading
Security staff at Schiphol Airport are set to strike over poor working conditions. Travellers should expect queues, go-slow actions, and longer wait times. | Continue reading
More Dutch patients are exaggerating symptoms to get earlier GP appointments, raising concerns about pressure on doctors and access to urgent care. | Continue reading
OpenAI will show in-chat ads to ChatGPT Free and Go plan users in the Netherlands and 30 other European countries starting the week of August 24, 2026. | Continue reading
Nearly half of Dutch residents are ordering less from Chinese webshops like Temu and Shein since the EU introduced a 3-euro levy on parcels in July 2026. | Continue reading
Dutch primary and secondary schools update core objectives for language and maths in 2026 for the first time since 2006, tackling years of declining student skills. | Continue reading