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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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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 – 20:30Register
FREEAbout 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.7 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
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.2 attendees
Studying in the Netherlands: What Expat Families Need to Know
·OnlineOnlineAre you an expat family considering higher education options in the Netherlands? Curious about how the Dutch system works and how to support your son or daughter in making the right study choices? This webinar is for you!
The Dutch higher education system is unique, offering a range of opportunities for international students. However, navigating it can be challenging without the right insights and guidance. Join us for an informative session designed to help expat families understand the Dutch educational landscape and make well-informed decisions.
In this free webinar, you’ll learn:
- What makes the Dutch system unique: How Dutch higher education is structured and why it differs from many international systems — including the key distinction between HBO and WO.
- Dutch educational culture: Low-context communication, implicit expectations, and how expat families can navigate these successfully.
- Finding the right fit: Key differences between universities, applied sciences institutions, and cities — plus what to expect from international classroom dynamics.
- Student self-knowledge: Why strengths, interests, and ambitions must align for long-term motivation, wellbeing, and study success.
- Family roles and expectations: How to support your teenager without adding pressure or unintentionally narrowing their options.
This session is packed with practical tips and expert advice to help you and your family feel confident about the next steps in your educational journey.
Ready to empower your family’s future?
Reserve your free spot now! Spaces are limited – sign up today!About the Speaker
Onno Hart from Study Compass holds an MA in English Language & Literature and has more than 16 years of experience lecturing in business and communication. He has coached over 1,500 students across multiple Dutch universities and more than 20 degree programs.Combining insider knowledge of the Dutch higher education system with a warm, personal approach, Onno helps students and their families make confident, well-informed study choices.
3 attendees
Filing Your U.S. Taxes While Living Abroad
·OnlineOnlineAlthough the U.S. boasts an incredible and innovative economy, beautiful nature and robust opportunities, many Americans decide to live abroad. They can be in search of personal or professional growth, adventure, or to simply retire.
Experiencing a new culture is both exciting and engaging. For most countries, however, once you have left, you cease to become a tax resident and therefore pay no income tax. But, as a U.S. citizen, you are taxed based on your American nationality, not necessarily only where you live. Therefore, as an American living abroad, you must file income taxes and report certain items to the IRS and the U.S. Government.
In this webinar, we’ll walk you through what you need to do in order to comply with U.S. regulations, as well as some tips and tricks to do so efficiently and painlessly.
We’ll discuss:
- Who needs to file U.S. income tax
- Considerations for U.S. expats
- How to file your U.S. income tax Federal & State Tax Returns
- Understanding the basic regulations
- Avoiding double taxation
- Credits from the U.S. government
- Tax planning and tax efficient strategies
- Things to consider when owning Property or a Business in the United States
- Considerations for Digital Nomads
- Considerations for retirees
- The streamline procedure, for those who haven’t filed
- You’re first income tax filing
- Accidental Americans
- Tips & Tricks
Remember that the long arm of Uncle Sam and the IRS is not something which can be ignored, so it’s important to get informed, follow the rules and do everything correctly. In this webinar, we’ll help you with everything you need to know about filing your U.S. tax returns from abroad. So join us for a smooth tax experience!
Register
FREEAbout the Sponsor
At Taxbrella, we specialize in hassle-free tax solutions for U.S. expats in Europe and beyond. As the sister company of Blue Umbrella, a trusted name in Dutch tax services for over a decade, we understand the complexities of international tax compliance.Whether you’re new to expat life or a seasoned traveler, Taxbrella is your trusted partner—so you can focus on what matters most while we handle your taxes.
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