Expat Relocation and Immigration Services

Relocation & Immigration

Private Clients

Are you considering expanding your horizons by relocating with your family to the Netherlands? Or have you been presented with a job offer that you cannot refuse? The Netherlands is an ideal country for settling down and establishing foundations due to its emphasis on work-life balance, outstanding education system, and thriving cultural scene. If you are considering relocating to the Netherlands, you must consider the following:

  • What are the residence permit requirements?
  • What documentation will I need?
  • How will I find a place to live?
  • How do I locate a school for my children?

These are just some of the numerous questions you will need to investigate. Expat Relocation and Immigration Services can assist you throughout the entire process – obtaining residence permits, registering with the local authorities, selecting a school, and settling in. Moving to a new country is a huge step to take, but it can be a straightforward and stress-free process with the appropriate support.

Family Immigration to the Netherlands

Our services include:

General Immigration Consultation

Book a consultation HERE to discuss transferring to, residing in, and working in the Netherlands. Discussion topics may include, but are not limited to:

The labour market and personal branding in the Dutch workplace
Work and residency permit requirements
Education and higher learning
Accommodation and the rental market
Lifestyle changes that you can expect

The consultation will be tailored to your specific circumstances.

Work and Residence permits

We provide step-by-step assistance and direction for the following residence permit applications:

Highly Skilled Migrant permit
EU Blue Card (main residence permit for university graduates from abroad)
Intra-corporate transfer
Family members of EU citizens or Swiss nationals
Parent of a minor Dutch child (Chavez-Vilchez)
Spousal / Partnership permit / Family reunification

Schooling

Schooling Consultation

Book a consultation HERE to discuss your queries about the Dutch education system, different types of schools and education streams, the distinction between International and Public Dutch schools, options for daycare and after-school care and the schooling options for your child.

School Search

We will help you find a school for your child, arrange school visits and enrol your child in the school of your choice.

Settling In

We provide comprehensive assistance with settling in, including:

Arranging your airport transfer
Assistance with the registration process at your local “Gemeente” (Municipality)
Guidance on opening a bank account
Registering for your DigiD (a means of identifying yourself when accessing services online)
Registering at your nearest doctor’s practice
Assistance with connecting utilities
Guidance on obtaining your Dutch driver’s license
Assistance with filling out (Dutch) forms and interpreting official correspondence

If desired, our consultants can also accompany you to your appointments.

Immigration to the Netherlands