by Joost van der Hel | Nov 20, 2017 | General asylum info, Information
The terms refugee and asylum seeker are often used interchangeably. Who exactly is an asylum seeker? And when is someone a refugee? Take a look here at some of the answers to these questions and other frequently asked questions. Who is an Asylum seeker? An asylum...
by Joost van der Hel | Nov 7, 2017 | Benefits & allowances, Information |
Municipal and national benefits Here is a list of the municipal and national benefits that are available to you: Municipal benefits Collective insurance Laptop for schoolchildren Free public transport for people aged over 65 Schoolchildren’s allowance for children...
by Joost van der Hel | Nov 7, 2017 | Housing, Information, Legal Matters |
Rented housing Both social and private (non-subsidised) housing can be rented in the Netherlands. Rules apply to both the tenant and the housing association or landlord. They cover security of tenure, rent, rent increases, maintenance, service charges, etc. Social...
by Joost van der Hel | Nov 7, 2017 | Housing, Information |
Finding a place to live in The Netherlands can be a tough operation, especially in popular cities. Your first social house will be provided by your municipality, read this blog for more information. If you want to move to an other house there are various ways to find...
by Joost van der Hel | Nov 7, 2017 | Housing, Information |
Housing cooperations In the Netherlands, housing is divided into two sectors: social housing and the free sector (private housing). Social housing in the Netherlands is mostly meant for people with lower incomes. The law (‘huurliberalisatiegrens’)...
