Finance
When moving to another country, you need to take care of certain financial matters, not least opening a bank account. You must also decide what types of insurance are required and how social security works in the Netherlands. In most cases, you need a digital signature, called a ‘DigiD’. Simply put, there is a lot to arrange. On this page, you will find some important information on how to get started.
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Banking
Banking
Once you are registered in the Netherlands and have obtained your citizen service number (BSN), you are ready for the next step: opening a bank account.
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Insurance
Insurance
In the Netherlands, there are many types of insurance that cover all manner of mishaps. Although not all are compulsory, some - like liability insurance - are strongly recommended.
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Social security
Social security
The Sociale Verzekeringsbank (SVB) manages and implements the Dutch national insurance scheme, which covers things like child benefit, the old age pension and various other social security programmes.
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Taxes
Taxes
Whether you are a Dutch citizen or an international, you are required to pay taxes if you earn money while living in the Netherlands. Learn more about how the Dutch tax system works.
Other settling-in topics
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Insurance
Insurance
There are many types of insurance that cover all manner of mishaps in the Netherlands. One insurance is compulsory for everyone living and working in the Netherlands: health insurance. Click the link below to information on health and other kind of insurances.
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Employment
Employment
Are you looking for a job or thinking about starting your own business? Utrecht Region is a committed international business partner, creating a collaborative and welcoming environment that attracts top talent from around the globe.
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Helpdesk
Helpdesk
Want get answers to your settling-in questions? The volunteers and fellow expats at the International Welcome Centre's helpdesk are happy to help out. Have a one-on-one conversation and receive loads of useful information.
