Kristy
@Meisje
Malaysian expat in the Netherlands
Forum posts
19
Contacts
19
About me
Malaysian
Lives in Holten
Speaks English, Malay, some Chinese dialects and currently learning Dutch
Registration: 02 August 2011
Activity
Inburgering Exam, by Dave2015
Dear Friends, After 6 years living in Netherlands, currently, I am motivated to learn language and taking the Inburgering exam. So, I do not know about this language and did not try to learn it. at this moment, passing the inburgering exam is my ...
Hi Dave2015, I never went for classes, lived in NL since late March 2012. Just passed 3 of the 4 part Inburgeringsexam, am still waiting for the results for my Written exam . I was exempted from the Dutch Oral (Speaking) exam because I passed it ... Read More
Looking for study buddy (Overijssel area) by Meisje
Hi everyone, I am looking for someone I can practice Dutch with. Be it a native Dutch or an expat like myself who is living in or within Overijssel. I've been living in The Netherlands for 1 1/2 yr. Still trying to get used to living here, away ...
Hi ThanhVan, Are you living in Colmschate ? I live in Holten, 2 train stops from you. I didn't join any Dutch language class, have just been self studying it at home with the help of books, cds and internet. I am doing ok, how about ... Read More
The other side of the Dutch postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
Hi Licia, I see where you are coming from, believe me. I came from food & beverage and retail background, had years of experience between both industry (interchangeable skills) but no on paper qualifications to proof. Am already in my 30's, ... Read More
The other side of the Dutch postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
Hi Licia, I agree it's incredibly hard to get a job. Let alone continue with desired career path. It's almost non existence. I self study the language and am currently taking an online diploma course (fashion entrepreneur) in the hopes of securing ... Read More
The other side of the Dutch postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
A postcard, to put into words are picturesque on one side and an empty lined space on the other. As a tourist one experiences mostly the ''good times'' as an expat, reality sets in. You get the ups and downs and in-between moments that really ... Read More
I need an advice, please! I don't understand where I'm making mistakes by NorthernStar
Hi! I'm an Italian lady based in Rotterdam and I'm looking for a job. But my job hunting is a real disaster! I send my cv everywhere, for any job, but nobody replies me. I'm also studying Dutch at the first level, but I don't practice it becasue ...
Hi Licia, I understand how you feel, it's been my second year here and I have had a hard time finding a suitable job. I applied for jobs via the internet, job agencies, linkedin, walk in and even just hand out my CV to any retail vacancies ... Read More
Looking for any work!! by Nicklt35
I'm looking to pack in my life in England as its too hard I'm currently working as a petroleum pump engineer / pipe fitter and iv had enough of working silly hours sitting in silly traffic and have decided to make a change in my life, i have ...
Hi there, You might be interested to sign up for www. eures.com It's a pretty good site to find jobs and related information on working migration and so forth.. Cheers Read More
Would like to meet people from Asia :) by michielw
Hi, I am born in Germany with Dutch parents and study now in Amsterdam. I have been in South Korea and was quite fascinated by the cultural differences. Therefore I would like to meet people from different areas of Asia to expand my horizon by ...
Hi there, I'm from Malaysia, currently living in the Netherlands. In Holten Overijssel. Pleased to meet you. Kris Read More
Looking for study buddy (Overijssel area) by Meisje
Hi everyone, I am looking for someone I can practice Dutch with. Be it a native Dutch or an expat like myself who is living in or within Overijssel. I've been living in The Netherlands for 1 1/2 yr. Still trying to get used to living here, away ...
Hey Ivy, Sounds good to me. Where are you located by the way? Kris Read More
Looking for study buddy (Overijssel area)
Hi everyone, I am looking for someone I can practice Dutch with. Be it a native Dutch or an expat like myself who is living in or within Overijssel. I've been living in The Netherlands for 1 1/2 yr. Still trying to get used to living here, away ... Read More
Invitation papers how long will it take by jozy
hi there! how long the invitaion papers will it takes any one can answer,.
Hi there, What invitation paper are you talking about? You have to be a little more specific to get people to respond to your queries. Cheers, Kris Read More
Moving to Hengelo by clare58uk
Hi - I am moving to Hengelo next week and would love any tips and advice on the area, any other expats in the area and what life is going to be like there. I am English and moving in with my boyfriend.
Hi Clare, I am from Malaysia living in Holten, not far from you. How are you doing since living here? I've been here for less than 2 years and still looking for a job and looking to make friends. Hope to hear from you, Kristy Read More
No Expats in East Netherlands? by fairplay
Hello, i noticed that East Netherlands like Enschede for example is not even in the list, while they even have a uni. Anybody lives around here in the province Overijssel?? greets John
I am living in the East of The Netherlands, pretty near your location too. Heard of Holten? Currently I am looking for a job and I can speak some Dutch. Read More
Job seeking for low educated non EU citizens. by Meisje
Hi everyone, I am from Malaysia and currently been living in The Netherlands for 6 months. I don't speak Dutch fluently yet, but I've been told that my Dutch is sufficient enough to find a job. My highest education is upper secondary school. Which I ...
To Stephan, I'd like to use my English language skills to get a job. It sounds like a more likely possibility in these times of economic crisis. Could you tell me more? Option 1- taxi driver, I've never driven nor have the license to drive. ... Read More
Job seeking for low educated non EU citizens. by Meisje
Hi everyone, I am from Malaysia and currently been living in The Netherlands for 6 months. I don't speak Dutch fluently yet, but I've been told that my Dutch is sufficient enough to find a job. My highest education is upper secondary school. Which I ...
To Aurélie, I tried posting there but no luck. Nor specified to my inquires. Thus I put a post here. I tried a lot of website and posted my CV on a number of Dutch job boards. It's just not the best time especially with the economy at the moment. Read More