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Starting to Learn Dutch: Real Stories from New Learners

“Internationals don’t want to learn Dutch!” As an international living in the Netherlands, you might have heard this story a million times. As the country with the best non-native English speakers in the world, the ease with which conversations can switch to English often makes it harder for inte...

9 Tips To Help You Learn Dutch

Now that we have convinced you to take on the challenge of learning Dutch for 2024, the question left is: how? Of course, like every skill, practice makes perfect! There is no better way of integrating in a culture and in the community except by using Dutch in your daily life, but we all know how...

Popular Dutch Foods

One of the best ways to learn more about a new country and culture is to get to know their traditional and popular foods. The Netherlands is known for its wide variety of fried foods, but it also has a range of other popular snacks and meals that provide a fun insight into daily life here. Many o...

Dutch New Year's Day Traditions

Celebrating the start of a new year can be exciting, and it can also give you the chance to start afresh with new resolutions and goals for the upcoming year. If this is your first time experiencing New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day, in the Netherlands then you might be curious as to how the Dut...

Freelancing frustrations: The hurdles ZZP’ers face in Holland

Freelancing is no longer a smooth way to make your money in the Netherlands. New requirements, fewer benefits and a raft of other regulations aim to reduce the popularity of self employment, affecting the working lives of well over one million people. Freelancers are a group that is far more dive...

Top 10 Things To Do in the Leiden Region

The Leiden region's rich history means that there are many opportunities to explore museums, water sports, and more....

Our Top Picks for Helpful Apps to Use in the Netherlands

Smart devices are practically useless if we don’t make the most of them. Luckily, here in the Netherlands, whether you’re dealing with an official process with the municipality, or just shopping around for pillows, an app probably exists to guide you on your journey. DigiD Starting with the mos...

Exploring Leiden: Where to Find Literature in English

Struggling to find books in English or having the feeling that your Dutch level is not there yet to indulge in all the genres? Get ready to embark on a literary journey in Leiden as this article reveals several bookshops in the area that sell English literature. From old poetry to contemporary li...

What Motivates You as an Investor?

If you are motivated to make your money matter more and invest in so-called ESG (Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance) funds or impact funds you expect your money will be put to work in activities that will make the world a better place. Right? Let’s assume there is a fund open to inv...

Your Event Cannot Proceed – Now What?

Financially this may have devastating consequences, particularly if your event was only a month or two from taking place. It is important to step through the following points and take stock of what’s happened and to seek opportunities for the future. If you have not yet checked your insurance cov...

Dutch Language

Find out everything you need to know about the Dutch language...

Home Insurance

There are various options for insurance concerning property....

Motor Vehicles and Driving License

If you have obtained your driving license in another country than the Netherlands and wish to transfer it to a Dutch one, or if you are planning to bring your own car into the Netherlands, this page provides all the essential information you need....

Working From Home Arrangements

Many organisations in The Netherlands have had staff working from home for almost two years now. Moving forward, it is important to have clear arrangements while working from home. Time to make proper arrangements for staff working from home? Like many other organisations in the Netherlands,...

What 2022 Has in Store for Us?

A year ago, we had hoped that the worst was behind us. After the initial scare in February and March of 2020, there was hope with decisive measures from many governments. This and due to a lack of opportunities to spend money in shops or on a holiday, unprecedented savings were made, private indi...

Permission to go on holiday with your child(ren)

If you’re planning to go off on holiday as a single parent with your minor child (or children), don’t forget that you need to make sure that your partner or ex-partner has given his or her consent. This applies whether you’re married, in a registered partnership or divorced. It also applies if yo...

How Videos Can Be Part of an Effective Business Strategy

Videos are a great way to boost your business. Here are some tips to kickstart your video creation process. If you are considering leveraging the power of video content to boost your business, you are on the right track. In fact, videos attract 62% of internet users, followed by news articles an...

90-Day Limit for British Nationals

When British nationals are coming to visit you in the Netherlands, they don’t need a visa to enter the Netherlands nor they need a visa to visit other Schengen countries (apart from current COVID-19 travel restrictions) for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Should your visitor(s) wish to stay...

Subsidies Available for Dutch Lessons

Subsidised Dutch language courses from The Square Mile in collaboration with Tel Mee Met Taal (TMMT) Do you invest in the Dutch language skills of your employees? You can submit an application for the Tel Mee Met Taal government program between 1 February and 28 February 2021. This subsidy offer...

Become a Partner

Are you interested in becoming a partner? Read about our Partnership Packages for 2025 Contact our Manager Jenny Willcock: Jenny@leideninternationalcentre.nl Leiden International Centre 2024 Partnership Programme Leiden International Centre (formerly Expat Centre Leiden) is a business unit of...

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