About us
A warm welcome to Expat Republic The Hague!
Thanks for being part of the Expat Republic family! With events running across The Netherlands you're bound to find some really cool folks you can connect with. We hold various events on a regular basis aimed at bringing people together and having good old fashion fun. Please let us know if you'd like to be an event host or organizer: http://www.expatrepublic.com/contact/
We're thrilled to have on our mailing list! We'll keep you in the loop with our latest news and helpful info regarding living and working in The Netherlands. I'm sure we'll have some fun stuff too.
Here is some great info relevant for expats and expat life in The Netherlands:
Don't forget to join our Facebook group, so you can meet other expats and ask questions to our community. you can also signup to our newsletter where we feature loads of great info for expatriates and life in The Netherlands.
Housing:
• Guide to setting up utilities in The Netherlands
• Guide to Buying a Property in The Netherlands
• House cleaning services in The Netherlands
Banking & Finance
• Setting up a Dutch bank account in 5 minutes with no BSN
• Transferring money from abroad
• Financial advice for Investments in The Netherlands
• Everything you need to know about the 30% ruling
Healthcare in The Netherlands
• List of Dentists in The Netherlands
• Healthcare in The Netherlands
Buying a Bike in The Netherlands
• Guide to Buying a Bicycle in The Netherlands
Working in The Netherlands
• Surviving your Dutch office in Dutch
• Holiday Allowance in The Netherlands
See you,
Karim P.S. Dutch are most certainly welcome and encouraged!
Our Sponsor
Special thank you to Beacon Financial Education for being our meetup group sponsor. They provide a myriad of education and information regarding investments and financial matters. Please do checkout their website and book an appointment with a financial advisor
If there's anything your missing please don't hesitate to let me know!
Cheers,
Karim
Upcoming events
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Meet & Dance - International Party
Lounge Club Laxx, Mauritsweg 46, rotterdam, NLThis is not just a party — it’s an international social experience designed for both expats and locals. Whether you come alone or with friends, the goal is simple: meet new people, connect, and experience Rotterdam in a different way.
✨ 22:00 — 00:00 | Social Meet Up
We start the night with a relaxed meet up atmosphere:
soft background music, open conversations, and a welcoming space where everyone can connect naturally.👉 Perfect if you:
- just moved to Rotterdam
- local, but you want to expand your circle
- feel like coming alone but don’t want to stay alone
- come with your friends & make more
💡 Dutch people are especially welcome — step into an international environment and experience your city from a new perspective.
🎧 00:00 — 02:00 | Progressive & Techno — Jules Dago
Smooth transition into the night with house vibes curated by Jules Dago.
Expect rhythm, groove, and energy building up the dancefloor.🔊 Listen: https://soundcloud.com/oXRcFKJIpv4DKFeJia
🔊 Collective: https://soundcloud.com/i7ogcBnJnWnB140Dxo🔥 02:00 — 05:00 | Techno Set — Dano C
The night reaches its peak with Dano C, a well-known name in Rotterdam’s alternative scene.Known for his strong presence in underground environments, Dano C brings deep, immersive techno that transforms the space into a true late-night experience.
If you’re into authentic Rotterdam nightlife — this is the moment you don’t want to miss.
🔊 Listen
🌐 What to expect:
- International crowd
- Open-minded atmosphere
- Come alone, leave with connections
- From social vibes → to full dancefloor energy
This is where Rotterdam meets the world. See you on the dancefloor 🖤
2 attendees
Selling Your House in the Netherlands
·OnlineOnlineSelling a house can be a long, complicated and stressful process, especially if you are not experienced in the Dutch real-estate market or know the legal requirements and your obligations.
Most people who sell their house in the Netherlands use the services of a professional real estate agent to take care of the entire process. However, how do you know if you've chosen the best real estate agent to sell your property?
WeLocate uses only local real-estate agents with a proven track record, ensuring you get the best quality and service available. We arrange everything for you at a fixed rate of 1.2% of the selling price including 21% VAT.
Don’t Miss Out—Spaces Are Limited!
Join us for this valuable session and receive expert guidance from Welocate BV, which is successfully managing properties nationwide. After the presentation, there will be a live Q&A session where you can get answers to your specific questions.Registration
Register now HERE to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you there!2 attendees
Wealth Management Strategies for Americans Living Abroad
·OnlineOnlineAre you an American expat looking to simplify and optimize your cross-border financial planning?
Look no further! Our expert speaker Brett Spencer will share insights and strategies on how best to position your finances from a cross-border perspective.
You’ll be pleased with some of the amazing tips & tricks and regulations you can take advantage of to maximize your financial situation and save money. Being an expat can be complicated, but with financial planning expertise, it doesn’t have to be!
During this informative session, we'll cover a range of important topics, including:
• Investment accounts and options
• Retirement accounts
• Real estate considerations
• Protecting your assets
• Family planning (think cross-border marriage or inheritance issues).
• Wealth Management Strategies for Americans Living Abroad
• Tax-efficient strategies for optimized tax planning
• Tips & TricksWith so much to learn and gain from this webinar, you won't want to miss it! Register today to secure your spot.
Register
FREEAbout the speaker
Impact Financial (IF) is a US based wealth management firm that specializes in serving American expats. IF offers comprehensive cross-border financial planning, investment management and US tax preparation services. IF also works with a network of international tax advisors to offer coordinated, cross-border tax planning. IF is here to help optimize all of your cross-border financial complexities.3 attendees
Buying a House in The Netherlands
·OnlineOnlineThinking about buying your first home here, but not sure if 2026 is the right
time?Fair question. Buying a home in the Netherlands can feel confusing at first. The rules are different, the words are weird, and the market can move fast.
In this free webinar, Welocate and ABN AMRO Bank will help you make
sense of it all.We will explain how the Dutch housing market works, what steps to expect,
how much you may be able to borrow, and which costs can catch buyers
off guard.You will also get simple tips to help you avoid common mistakes, from
bidding too fast to missing key checks.Whether you want to buy soon or just want to understand your options, this session will help you take the next step with more confidence.
Register
FREEAbout The Sponsor
Since 2004, Welocate has been helping Expats buy their special home in the Netherlands. They’ve created a complete package to provide everything you need from start to finish, the Home Buyers Plan.2 attendees
Past events
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