About us
A warm welcome to Expat Republic! This group is meant to help you meet other like minded individuals, grow your social and professional network. We also focus on seminars and events where you can learn develop and grow!
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Housing Resources
• Resources for finding a house or a room
• Buying a house or property in The Netherlands
• Utility Connection Services in The Netherlands
Dutch Taxes & Finances
• Basics of the Dutch income tax system
• Transferring money to a Dutch bank account
https://www.expatrepublic.com/basics-dutch-income-tax-system/
Healthcare in The Netherlands
• Healthcare in The Netherlands Explained
FATCA
Are you an American Expat and want to know what is FATCA?
Looking for a long weekend getaway? Try to plan them on the
Healthcare & Health Insurance in The Netherlands
•Health insurance in The Netherlands
Newsletter
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Career & Jobs
• Expat & English Speaking Jobs
Family Life
• Maternity Leave in The Netherlands
See you,
P.S. Dutch are most certainly welcome (and encouraged) !
Upcoming events
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Discover Your Dream Career in Mid-Life
·OnlineOnlineAre you feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or uncertain about your next career move? Do you wonder if it’s too late to change paths or finally do work that excites you? If so, this webinar is for you!
Many professionals in mid-life find themselves in careers that no longer fit. Maybe you’ve lost passion for your work, feel trapped in a role that doesn’t inspire you, or wonder if you’re too late to make a change. But here’s the truth: staying in a job you don’t love has consequences - on your confidence, energy, and overall happiness.
The good news? It’s never too late to discover a career that truly aligns with your strengths, values, and passions. You just need the right clarity and strategy to get there.
In this free webinar, you’ll learn:
🚩 The hidden costs of staying in a job that doesn’t fulfill you
🌟 The benefits of having a career you truly enjoy (and why mid-life is the best time to make a change!)
🛠 3 key strategies to help you find your dream job - even if you don’t know what it is yet
✅ Actionable tips you can start applying right now to gain clarity and momentum
🇳🇱 Practical insights into navigating the Dutch job market as a career changer
This isn’t just another career talk - it’s a powerful, eye-opening session designed to help you break free from uncertainty and take control of your future. You’ll walk away with fresh insights, practical tools, and the motivation to take action toward a career you love.
Who is this for?
🔹 Professionals in mid-life feeling unfulfilled, lost, or stuck in their careers
🔹 Those considering a career change but unsure where to start
🔹 Anyone wanting to align their work with their passions, strengths, and values
🔹 Expats or locals navigating career transitions in the Dutch job market
✨ Ready to start your journey toward a career you love?
Join us for this transformational session and take the first step toward a new, fulfilling chapter in your professional life.
🎟 Reserve your free spot now! Spaces are limited - sign up today!42 attendees
Moving to The Netherlands Webinar
·OnlineOnlineGood job! You made the jump, or you are about to! Lucky you, you’ve decided to move to one of the most beautiful countries in the world. And with all the Netherlands’ beauty, highly advanced economy, down-to-earth locals, and a booming job market, it’s not a bad move.
Before, and once, you’ve relocated, there are a few things you will need to know or arrange beforehand. With that in mind, we’ve put this webinar together to help make your arrival as hassle-free as possible. Therefore, this webinar is ideal for those who are about to move or have just moved to The Netherlands.
In this webinar, we’ll discuss the following:
- Your first three months in The Netherlands
- Continuing Your Employment in The Netherlands
- Childcare in The Netherlands & Childcare Allowance
- Dutch Tax System & 30% Ruling
- Starting a Business in The Netherlands
- Housing & Accommodation, and short stay
- Relocating alone and/or with a Family
- Registration at City Hall
- Transportation & Public Transport
- Health insurance & Healthcare & Dentistry in The Netherlands
- Setting up a bank account
- Pitfalls and scams to watch out for in your move
- Making the process as smooth and as cost-effective as possible
- Questions you may have (Q&A)
In this webinar, you’ll get a local’s advice as well as best practices on what to look out for and a list of the best service providers.
Register
FREE
About The Sponsor
Taxbrella is a trusted tax filing service for U.S. citizens living abroad. We utilize customized, automated technology combined with professional expertise to deliver dependable, reliable results. We’ve got your U.S. tax filing covered!10 attendees
Doing Your Taxes in The Netherlands
·OnlineOnlineIt’s that time of year again, time to get all your paperwork in order and do your taxes! The Dutch tax code isn’t always straightforward to understand (even for Dutchies), which is why we have teamed up with the awesome folks at Blue Umbrella to give us a hand in this incredibly useful webinar. They’ve filed taxes for thousands of expats.
There are some very important considerations for internationals, such as the 30% ruling, the broken tax year, taxes on foreign assets, and making sure you have all the deductions and strategies to minimize your tax bill! (because, after all, why should you pay more?)
In this very special webinar, we’ll discuss:
- Overview of The Dutch tax code and how it works
- Important things to know when filing your taxes in The Netherlands
- The Dutch tax year & how it works
- Discuss the various taxes which are levied
- The infamous boxes (1,2,3), how the Dutch gov taxes various assets and incomes
- Individual vs. business taxes
- 30% ruling and how it works
- Payroll taxes
- Tax tips & How to do your taxes
- And More!
Agenda
Presentation: 19:00 – 20:00
Q&A: 20:00 – 20:30
Register
FREE
About the Speaker
Blue Umbrella is a leading online tax consultancy firm in The Netherlands. They have filed thousands of income tax returns for expatriates. Additionally, they have created the Blue Business service: a one stop shop for all the needs of international entrepreneurs living and working in The Netherlands.6 attendees
American Expat Portfolio Management Webinar
·OnlineOnlineAre you an American expat with a portfolio of $1 million or more? Managing your investments from abroad can feel like navigating a maze, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Join our exclusive webinar, Expat Portfolio Management, designed specifically for individuals like you who want to make sense of their cross-border financial life. Whether you’re reassessing your current strategy or facing a new life change, this session will provide clarity and direction.
We’ll shed some light on the common mistakes and complexities of managing a substantial portfolio while living abroad.
In this webinar, you’ll discover:
- Key Tax Strategies: Learn practical approaches to navigate the tax landscape, including strategies related to Box 3.
- Compliance Made Clear: Understand the essentials of staying compliant with U.S. regulations while investing overseas.
- Unlocking Your Stock Options: Find out how to effectively unwind corporate stock options and integrate them into your broader financial plan.
- Smarter Inheritance Planning: Explore methods for managing and planning for inheritances across borders.
- Common Blind Spots & Optimizing Your Portfolio: We’ll discuss various items which are often overlooked and ways to optimize your current portfolio
This is your opportunity to gain valuable insights from experts who specialize in the unique challenges you face. Stop wondering if you’re missing something and start building a more confident financial future.
Ready to take control of your expat investment strategy?
Register
FREE
About 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.5 attendees
Past events
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