Welcome to the Netherlands
Moving to another country is a special move. We fully understand that. That is why we are here to help you get off to a smooth start. We find it important that you quickly feel at home here in the Netherlands.
A new country brings many impressions and challenges. Many things are different: the language, the rules, the weather and even daily habits. On this page, you will find practical tips and interesting facts about living in the Netherlands, from transport and care to leisure and typical Dutch customs.
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a place for you
To make your stay as pleasant as possible, we work with our housing partner Certa Rental. They provide comfortable, safe and well-maintained living spaces so you can live worry-free close to your work.
Whether you are in the Netherlands for the first time or have lived here before: together with Certa Rental, we provide A Place for You !
Wondering how Certa Rental does it?
Facts about living in the Netherlands
Supermarkets
Dutch supermarkets are small but efficient. Most are open until 9pm and often also on Sundays. At the market, score fresh cheese, stroopwafels and flowers.
Public transport
Online shopping
tap water
In the Netherlands, you can drink plain tap water. It is clean, tasty and better for the environment than bottled water.
Bicycle lighting
Cycling is natural here, but don't forget your bike lights! In winter, it gets dark early and the police are quick to hand out fines!
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