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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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• Healthcare in The Netherlands Explained
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Upcoming events
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Understanding the Dutch Job Market for International Professionals
·OnlineOnlineAre you an international professional living in the Netherlands and wondering how to navigate the local job market more effectively?
Do you feel ready for your next professional step but unsure how the Dutch system really works?
If so, this free webinar is for you!
Many skilled internationals find themselves feeling stuck or uncertain in their Dutch career journey. You might be asking:
- Which industries offer the best opportunities for international professionals?
- How can I get noticed by Dutch employers?
- Does not speaking Dutch limit my chances?
- How can I align my international experience with the local market?
You’re not alone and understanding how things work here is the first step to building a fulfilling career in the Netherlands.
💡 In this live session, you’ll learn:
🇳🇱 How the Dutch job market is structured and which industries are growing
🏢 Which companies actively hire international professionals
🤝 What Dutch employers value most in experienced candidates
💬 How to network and position yourself effectively
⚙️ Common challenges internationals face and how to overcome them
🎯 How to align your professional goals with real opportunities in the NetherlandsThis isn’t just another information session; it’s a practical, insight-driven webinar designed to help mid-life and experienced professionals better understand the Dutch job market and gain clarity on their next career move.
You’ll leave with actionable knowledge, renewed confidence, and practical tools to help you thrive professionally in your new home country.
👤 Hosted by
Aneta Kantarowska – Career Coach & Founder of Kanta Clarity CoachingAneta specializes in helping mid-life professionals living in the Netherlands rediscover their career direction, gain clarity, and build confidence through her signature 3-month coaching program: Discover Your Dream Career in Mid-Life.
🌍 Who is this webinar for?
🔹 International professionals already living in the Netherlands
🔹 Mid-life professionals seeking clarity or direction in their career
🔹 Expats wanting to better understand local work culture and hiring practices
🔹 Anyone curious about growing their career in the Dutch professional landscape✨ Ready to gain clarity about your career in the Netherlands?
Join this insightful session and take your next step toward a confident and fulfilling professional life here.29 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 – 20:30Register
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.9 attendees
Past events
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