New members of the Netherlands forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023

can we get the working visa from nepal???

Hello bhupendra bista,

Welcome to Expat.com

You should check the following articles > Visas for the Netherlands and Work in the Netherlands.

Also, is there a Netherlands embassy/consulate in Nepal? If yes, I advise you to check with them as well.

All the best,

Cheryl

Expat.com team

I would like to work in the Netherlands can you help me name is Pushpitha Ajith Kumara.  I live in Sri Lanka have 20 years of experience working in general machinery and have worked in CNC milling machines and lathes, CNC plasma cutters, and wood routers for about 15 years

Hello pakumarapk,

Since there is a dedicated section for employment, job seekers should post their CVs in the Jobs in the Netherlands.

And should also read the Living in the Netherlands guide for expats > Work in the Netherlands.

Best of luck,

Cheryl

Expat.com team

Hi, I cannot create new post. Is there a limitation on new members?

edit: Nevermind it worked

Well, I won't exactly say I am a new member because I joined late last year. But I am yet to introduce myself. My name is Titi. I am married to a Dutch...and have applied for the MVV to go live with my husband soon.

While there, I hope I can find a job. I am a media practitioner with over 18yrs experience on the field. I have been a reporter, a producer, media consultant and digital media content creator . Would be nice to get a job as soon as possible. I am a good communicator in English. .I understand I have to take my Dutch to an appreciable level. I can with more study...I studied for my A1 and got perfect scores...when I set my heart to a thing..I achieve it!

Ok! This introduction is getting too long 😆 but u see, I am excited and hopeful about this new life and adventure.....I have been exposed to many cultures...so it is easy for me to adapt. I love traveling....I also fancy a career in diplomacy and anything that has to do with communication and me showing love to children, women and people in distress!

Ok. I said I was going to stop...sorry. I love writing!

So much for an introduction . I am bored waiting for IND 😆

Nice to be here

Hello fellow expats, I am so excited to see this platform that helps expats understand all the aspects of moving to the Netherlands.

My name is Teri, I am from South Africa and currently living in Abu Dhabi. I've recently signed an offer to start working in Rotterdam in April (SO EXCITED). Luckily my new company is assisting me with relocation and they have been very supportive in terms of putting me in touch with agents to help me with my long term rental.

I love being in an environment that fosters growth and creativity. I have always been the type of person that enjoys being exposed to different cultures, I would rather go to the local restaurants or markets than to the touristy ones because I find that you get to understand the country more. My family is very important to me and although I live far away from them, we always make time to connect. I am an introvert, but I become an extrovert around people I am comfortable with.

As you can imagine, the reality of moving to the Netherlands is quite daunting and confusing, I guess I am just interested to know how all the other expats transitions have been and if there are any tips, that would be appreciated. My biggest confusion is around finding a place where I can register for my BSN, because I am arriving in Rotterdam 10 days before my start date with my company, I need to find a short stay that would allow me to use their address to register. Any Advice?

As I transition into living the the Netherlands, I hope to be a beacon of advice for any newbie also planning to move.

Thank you for giving me an opportunity to introduce myself, I hope you all have an amazing day

Hello Teri,

Welcome to expat.com!

Thank you for this lovely introduction!

I understand that moving to a new country may seem daunting at first but we are all here to help you on the forum.

In case you have any doubts/questions, you can start your own thread on the Netherlands forum. We will be glad to help you out

All the best for this new adventure,

Yoginee

Expat.com team

Hello fellow expats, I am so excited to see this platform that helps expats understand all the aspects of moving to the Netherlands.
My name is Teri, I am from South Africa and currently living in Abu Dhabi. I've recently signed an offer to start working in Rotterdam in April (SO EXCITED). Luckily my new company is assisting me with relocation and they have been very supportive in terms of putting me in touch with agents to help me with my long term rental.

I love being in an environment that fosters growth and creativity. I have always been the type of person that enjoys being exposed to different cultures, I would rather go to the local restaurants or markets than to the touristy ones because I find that you get to understand the country more. My family is very important to me and although I live far away from them, we always make time to connect. I am an introvert, but I become an extrovert around people I am comfortable with.

As you can imagine, the reality of moving to the Netherlands is quite daunting and confusing, I guess I am just interested to know how all the other expats transitions have been and if there are any tips, that would be appreciated. My biggest confusion is around finding a place where I can register for my BSN, because I am arriving in Rotterdam 10 days before my start date with my company, I need to find a short stay that would allow me to use their address to register. Any Advice?

As I transition into living the the Netherlands, I hope to be a beacon of advice for any newbie also planning to move.

Thank you for giving me an opportunity to introduce myself, I hope you all have an amazing day
-@Tbirdie

Hi and welcome to the Forum.

You can register from any address where the landlord permits registration.  Most do, but there are some who don't like their name known by the taxman, so it's best to ask.  My daughter registered from an AirBnB address when she first returned to live in the Netherlands, others on here have told us that they registered using the hotel address where they stayed.

I hope this helps.

Cynic

Expat Team

@Cynic Hello Cynic, I am Jade, I have read almost your comments here related to Netherlands topics, I have to log in today to say thank you 😊 Because Im going to move to Netherlands this year, a bit confused to choose which cities with international companies, could you recommend me? Amsterdam/Rotterdam/Den Haag/Utrecht??? Im non EU but my husband is EU citizen, we would move together…could you recommend me a keyword? 😬 Thank you indeed.

Dear everyone,

I am newbie here and would be new expat in Netherlands too 😬 I and husband are planning to move to Netherlands as soon as possible.

Im non EU and he is EU citizen, I would like to ask whether we move there, he must get a job and work contract immediately??? or he can find/get a job after registration a BSN for both of us and apply "Verification againts EU law” for me ? I have read topics here and IDN site, I actually think that he might get a job at first right?

I have read almost information but in every single case like me I still got a bit confused the steps what to do firstly and secondly….

Thank you for reading my post😊 please tell me something whether you know better than...

Good night😉

@Julien

Hi, I would like to join your company. I'm from Sri Lanka. I'm 27 years old

Hi all! I'm from Brazil and a German national, me and my wife (non EU) are looking into moving to the Netherlands soon as I go to work, and she studies for her master's degree.

Just joined after seeing many helpful posts here, such a great community.

Hello,

I'm Allyson and I have been living in the Netherlands for 5 years. I attended the University of Amsterdam to get a BA and MA, but even after my zoekjaar, I could never find a job. They all would tell me they are only looking for Dutch speakers!

I really want to continue living in such a great country, especially after I have built a life here. I am American by the way!

Hi Allyson,

Welcome on board !

I would suggest that you drop an advert in the Jobs in the Netherlands section of the website along with your CV.

You can also open a new thread on the Netherlands forum to interact with members, should they know a potential employer...

All the very best

Bhavna

@Julien Hi Mr Julien,

         I’m melan de Silva from Sri Lanka , I’m 31 years old and married and I have physical science degree from south eastern university pass out 2015 until now I’m working garments industry and I have small farm , that’s also last yr I have work from Ethiopia as a planning executive Jay Jay mills pvt ltd , I really like to migrate Netherlands , bcz it has strong economy , good culture , beautiful, relatively others.

I really like to migrate and working agriculture area any jobs , I will do my best. I will hope positive feedback from you , thanks you l. Melan

Hello,
I'm Allyson and I have been living in the Netherlands for 5 years. I attended the University of Amsterdam to get a BA and MA, but even after my zoekjaar, I could never find a job. They all would tell me they are only looking for Dutch speakers!

I really want to continue living in such a great country, especially after I have built a life here. I am American by the way!
-@allysonstewart

Hi and welcome to the Forum.

Your forum info suggests you want to work in Media and you do speak Dutch to the B1 level, which probably means it's your accent that's letting you down; as a Dutch speaker with a London cockney accent, I can sympathise.  We moved back to the UK and my kids now speak Dutch with a Yorkshire accent.  Hilarious to me, and horrendous to my Dutch wife who spent all her life teaching them to speak Dutch properly; they still speak it fluently, they just sound funny, which leads me to my point.  They almost certainly have a lot of native Dutch speakers applying for work who can speak "proper Dutch" that's not what I speak (I have a Twents accent), you probably picked up the Dutch from where you lived, and your speech would be a distraction to the message.

In general, job seeking is not easy in the EU where the law requires each member country to consider all EU citizens before Third Country nationals (that's what they call us).  The Netherlands in particular is not a large country and its marketplace is just 23 million dutch speakers worldwide (more people live in California), so they employ the best and they are very good, Dutch language is very important in many work areas, not just the media, so you really need to focus on your Dutch.

Not sure if I've helped much, but I wish you the best in your search.

Cynic

Expat Team

hi thank you for such a lovely intro . My name is Winston kopa , Zimbabwean 33 years old man residing in south africa and has been working as a cabinetry designer ,for +5 years , with also experience in coreldraw graphic design for sublimation printing and signage design , also a qualified theologian who has served in a non denominational  environment as a chaplain or religious educator or youth educator(mentor)...

Hallo en goedendag,

My name is Ashley and I am currently trying to emigrate to the Netherlands! I currently live in the United States, so emigrating to the Netherlands is quite difficult. I have tried doing my own research on how to arrive (finding a job while living outside of the EU is so difficult), so I am stumped on how to proceed!

Coming from the USA, I do not need to apply for an MVV to enter the country; I am allowed to stay for up to 90 days without a visa. Am I able to find temporary housing (ex. AirBnB) and look for work to help sponsor a work visa/residence permit during this time? I have tried sending out my CV to companies that offer sponsorship, but have not had success. Any suggestions is appreciated!

Dankuwel, Ashley

Hello Ashley,

Welcome on board !

I suggest that you follow up the responses you have been given here : https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.p … 30#5609773

All the best

Bhavna

Hello everyone,

I'm Sergio and I'm from Greece.

I always had a soft spot for The Netherlands and it started with the cool orange colours of its national football team.

I am planning to move to Rotterdam next month, my girlfriend is already living there with our mutual girl friend for the past two years for studies. Sadly I couldn't move in with her because I had to fullfil my country's military obligations and then work to make some money in order to move. As an EU citizen I didn't expect it to be so complicated to move in another EU country, my plan is to get a temporary BSN(RNI) until I find an apartment and be able to get a proper BSN. I want to work in Rotterdam, give a shot to a bike courier job for full time.

I hope I'm lucky enough to find a place or a small room to rent as it is almost impossible for the 3 of us to rent together in Rotterdam.

How to apply for Netherland job

Hello ghgrajeshsudarshana,

Welcome to expat.com!

Kindly note that expat.com is not a job agency.

If you are looking for a job, I advise you to start by reading the Living in the Netherlands guide for expats.

Cheers,

Yoginee

Expat.com team

Hi newbie here and my name is Arnel a Filipino national, appreciated the warm welcome! Currently living in Dubai United Arab Emirates for 19 years as Finance and Payroll Supervisor but looking forward to have the same opportunity in Netherlands or anything the will suit to my expertise and experiance for more than 2 decades.

Been in Amsterdam last November 2022 and it was amazing place and experience so looking for any advise on how to get the job in Netherlands.

Thank you in advance and God bless everyone.

@Julien

My name is Jennifer lahip, married with 2 kids both girls.

I been in Singapore for the last 5 years and I finished my contract for 2 years . I am honest and hardworking . I am flexible in any work . If you hire me I will do my best to give my honesty and loyalty to your company. I will work hard for you company sir.

Thank you and godbless..

Hello Jennifer,

Welcome on board !

Please note that if you are looking for a job, you need to post an advert and create your CV in the Jobs in Netherlands section.

All the best

Bhavna

@Julien

Hello,

I'm Tharushi Shihani.I'm from Sri Lanaka.I  have many experience in Agriculture field, So I posted  CV in a agriculture field . I wont to know how to get this opportunity and visa process .Can you tell some details this one.

@Julien
Hello,
I'm Tharushi Shihani.I'm from Sri Lanaka.I have many experience in Agriculture field, So I posted CV in a agriculture field . I wont to know how to get this opportunity and visa process .Can you tell some details this one.
-@Tharushi Shihani

Hi and welcome to the Forum.

My advice is to check out the post I made regarding Seasonal Work; this link will take you straight to it.  Please read the 2 links it provides, they will take you to a website where you can register for work and a link to the Dutch Government website which talks about residence permits and how you apply for one.

I hope this helps.

Cynic

Expat Team

Hello, my name is Bibiana. I am a gender specialist and a humanitarian who is passionate about gender and social equality. I am particularly concerned about GBV, peacebuilding, the intersection between gender, climate change and armed conflict, and other social issues. I hold dear the values of empathy, compassion, integrity, do no harm, and operation leave no one behind as I strongly feel they are essential in building sustainable development and a sustainable world. I am planning to move to Holland by the end of summer 2023 and looking for connections and networking opportunities where we can connect, share experiences and grow professionally.

Hi, testing that I can post...

Welcome on board Blemus !

I have seen your topic. I hope members can guide you soon.

All the best

Bhavna

Hello,

Warm greetings to you all. I am Christopher, currently am staying in Gennep, Limburg province. Am here on mission appointment for the Catholic Church.

Thanks to everyone.

Good luck

Thank you very much

I live in Algeria and I want to travel to the Netherlands for work. The Netherlands is a beautiful country and you are more beautiful

@Julien

Hi I am Ahmed, 23 years old, from Jordan, Amman. I want to move and work to the Netherlands. I have project ideas and I can work in various fields

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Hi all,

Newbie on the Netherlands forum? Don't know how to start?

This thread is for you

We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country,
or to tell us more on your expat projects in the Netherlands if you are planning to move there.

It will enable us to help you better but above all to wish you a warm welcome.

Welcome on board!
-@Julien

Am faida am 25years old am interested in your team

Hello everyone and welcome on board !

@Faidaumutesiwase,

Welcome and thank you for your interest in our Team.

We would be pleased to know more about your future plans regarding the Netherlands.

@Ahmed, welcome ! Please go through the Living in the Netherlands guide for expats to know more about how you can move to the Netherlands and what is required from you.

All the best

Bhavna

@Julien Actually, I'm new to this site or moving to the Netherlands, but I want help

Hello aljdrt0500H@,

Welcome to Expat.com

Could you kindly share the reason for your move to the Netherlands?

When is your planned relocation?

Do you speak Dutch?

Feel free to share more information about yourself.

Cheers,

Cheryl

Expat.com team