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
• The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Property in The Netherlands
• Finding a good cleaner in The Hague
• Buying a Property in The Netherlands
• Real Estate Agents in The Netherlands (and Property Management!)
• House Cleaning Services in The Hague & The Netherlands
Banking & Finance
• Setting up a Dutch bank account in 5 minutes with no BSN
• Transferring money from abroad
• Expat Financial Advisors in The Netherlands
• Everything you need to know about the 30% ruling
Bikes
• Guide to Buying a Bicycle in The Netherlands
Healthcare in The Netherlands
• Healthcare in The Netherlands Explained
Education
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,
Upcoming events
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Taalhuis Dutch A2 Boost
Taalhuis, Gerard Doustraat 220, Amsterdam, NLHave you already started learning Dutch, but want to give your language a boost? Then Taalhuis Amsterdam’s Dutch A2+ Boost short course is for you!
This short course is designed for those who’ve completed the A2 level and would like to give their language skills a boost before starting a B1 level course. The focus of this course is on improving practical skills and reinforcing grammar.
Start or continue your Dutch language adventure in September! New Dutch courses start during the week of 14 September.Course Info
Date: September 7 – September 10, 2026
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Time: 18:00-21:30
Cost: €1852 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
How a Greener Home Saves & Makes You Money
·OnlineOnlineAll about the money side of a better energy label! Your home's energy label in the Netherlands affects more than just the environment. It can lower your monthly bills, improve your mortgage options, and raise your resale value. In this webinar, we'll break down the financial side in plain terms and share simple steps you can take.
We'll discuss:
- How a better label lowers your monthly energy bills
- Why efficient homes tend to sell for more
- How your label can affect your mortgage rate
- Ways to borrow more for energy upgrades
- The ISDE subsidy and how it cuts upgrade costs
- Why buyers prefer homes with a strong label
- Where to check your current label
- Simple first steps to improve it
A better energy label is not just greener. It can put real money back in your pocket each month and pay off when you sell. Join us to learn how to make your home work for you. Bring your questions, and we'll answer them live.
Register for free and save your seat.
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Past events
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