What we’re about
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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•OnlineChanges to The Dutch Housing Market
OnlineThe Dutch housing market is undergoing significant transformation, influenced by the recent adjustments to rental laws effective from July 1st. This webinar, titled “Changes to The Dutch Housing Market,” provides an in-depth exploration of these changes and their potential impact on both buyers and tenants.
Key Topics Covered:
- Comprehensive Breakdown: An analysis of the new rental laws and their implications for the housing market.
- Opportunities Identified: Insight into potential advantages within the evolving market landscape, catering to both purchasing and renting interests.
- Expert Analysis: Insights from industry professionals on market shifts and future expectations.
- Case Studies: Examination of real-world scenarios highlighting how different stakeholders are adapting to these changes.
This session is designed to provide valuable insights and foster informed decision-making in a dynamic housing market environment. Participation is encouraged to gain a comprehensive understanding of the changes and strategies to navigate the current landscape effectively.
Register
FREEAbout the sponsor:
M/V Works International is a boutique company providing financial advisory services for internationals all around the Netherlands. By having financial advisors with 20 years of experience in the industry and working closely with a wide range of lenders nationally, M/V Works will provide you with financial services tailored to your needs while securing your mortgage. Moreover, M/V Works can also navigate your way through the world of investment mortgages, insurances, and taxes making your home buying experience as smooth as possible.3 attendees
Exhibition Opening - 15 Years of The Hague International Centre
The Hague International Centre, Spui 70, The Hague, NLThe Hague International Centre (THIC) will mark 15 years with a public exhibition in the Atrium of City Hall from 8–24 October, spotlighting the experiences of international residents and their contribution to the region. The show will also be open during Museum Night on 11 October.
Titled “15 Years of The Hague International Centre,” the exhibition presents a five-step narrative of settling in The Hague, tracing a journey from arrival to putting down roots. It features first-person stories from newcomers who have since become community builders, illustrating how international workers, students, researchers and families shape the city’s civic and cultural life.
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FREE7 attendees
The Dutch Brainwash – 7 Day Intensive Course
Keizersgracht 8, Amsterdam, NH, NLThe Dutch Brainwash is an intensive Dutch course in the center of Amsterdam. It has a unique approach that is totally different from any other language course that you can think of. Thanks to a very special combination of powerful learning techniques and personal coaching, great results are possible within a very short time. Within 7 days you’ll notice how easy it is to speak about any subject that you like, in Dutch!
Bringing your Dutch to a whole new level is relatively easy. But… you have to know how to do it. Mainly, it only works if you can see that Dutch is a logical, consistent and funny language. Don’t worry if you are not convinced of this yet. Step by step you can learn how to construct your own sentences, how to explode your vocabulary while thinking in pictures and which mindset you can use so that you can achieve your goals even faster…
When most people think about learning, they think about retaining loads and loads of information. But… if you think about it, it is not true! Speaking a language is also about feeling at ease and having confidence. Therefore, a positive experience is one of the most important things, something that is easily ignored by most people. And yes, you will also learn many other things:
- A better pronunciation
- How to construct sentences about any subject that you like
- How to explode your vocabulary within seconds
- What to do if Dutch people switch to English
- How to talk about situations that are weird and crazy
- How to sound intelligent in Dutch (with little effort from your part)
- How to understand much much more
- How Dutch humor works (so yes, you’ll learn some filthy things too
- How to think in Dutch, so that everything becomes easier!
- Long after the Dutch Brainwash is over, you progress will still continue!
Just for your information, your progress will not stop after 7 days. Here are some extras!
- One free eCourse The Psychology of Speaking Languages
- One free eCourse 30 Days To Change Your Dutch
- Free conversation classes (10 times a year)
- A secret Facebook group where you can practice your Dutch every day
- Access to new advanced programs that are only available for Dutch Brainwash Graduates
- Access to personal coaching that is only available for Dutch Brainwash Graduates
Details:
When: Saturday, 11 October 2025 (The Dutch Brainwash lasts for 7 days)
Time: 10.00 – 16.45 (every day)
Place: Keizersgracht 8, AmsterdamPrice: €1595 (You can secure your place with a deposit of €500). Price includes all training materials & loads of stroopwafels
Prospective students MUST REGISTER in advance.
2 attendeesThe Dutch Brainwash – 7 Day Intensive Course
Keizersgracht 8, Amsterdam, NH, NLThe Dutch Brainwash is an intensive Dutch course in the center of Amsterdam. It has a unique approach that is totally different from any other language course that you can think of. Thanks to a very special combination of powerful learning techniques and personal coaching, great results are possible within a very short time. Within 7 days you’ll notice how easy it is to speak about any subject that you like, in Dutch!
Bringing your Dutch to a whole new level is relatively easy. But… you have to know how to do it. Mainly, it only works if you can see that Dutch is a logical, consistent and funny language. Don’t worry if you are not convinced of this yet. Step by step you can learn how to construct your own sentences, how to explode your vocabulary while thinking in pictures and which mindset you can use so that you can achieve your goals even faster…
When most people think about learning, they think about retaining loads and loads of information. But… if you think about it, it is not true! Speaking a language is also about feeling at ease and having confidence. Therefore, a positive experience is one of the most important things, something that is easily ignored by most people. And yes, you will also learn many other things:
- A better pronunciation
- How to construct sentences about any subject that you like
- How to explode your vocabulary within seconds
- What to do if Dutch people switch to English
- How to talk about situations that are weird and crazy
- How to sound intelligent in Dutch (with little effort from your part)
- How to understand much much more
- How Dutch humor works (so yes, you’ll learn some filthy things too
- How to think in Dutch, so that everything becomes easier!
- Long after the Dutch Brainwash is over, you progress will still continue!
Just for your information, your progress will not stop after 7 days. Here are some extras!
- One free eCourse The Psychology of Speaking Languages
- One free eCourse 30 Days To Change Your Dutch
- Free conversation classes (10 times a year)
- A secret Facebook group where you can practice your Dutch every day
- Access to new advanced programs that are only available for Dutch Brainwash Graduates
- Access to personal coaching that is only available for Dutch Brainwash Graduates
Details:
When: Saturday, 11 October 2025 (The Dutch Brainwash lasts for 7 days)
Time: 10.00 – 16.45 (every day)
Place: Keizersgracht 8, AmsterdamPrice: €1595 (You can secure your place with a deposit of €500). Price includes all training materials & loads of stroopwafels
Prospective students MUST REGISTER in advance.
3 attendees
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