Families
Family life for Expats in The Netherlands
Families
Ranked top in the world for children’s well-being by UNICEF, the Netherlands is great for families.
- The applications for both the entry visa and residence permit are streamlined into one Entry and Residence Procedure, which can be granted before arrival.
- Family immigration policies have been reformed, making it easier and less costly.
- Partners or relatives can apply for permits on behalf of family member(s) who live abroad.
You can find the following information about “Families & Expats” in Expat Survival Guide:
- EU Nationals and Family members
- Non-EU Nationals
- Significant conditions
- Au Pairs
- Child benefit
- Childcare
- Fun tips for Families
Families service providers
Kindergarden is a professional childcare organization and is part of Bright Horizons, one of the largest childcare organizations in the world. Every day, more than 1900 employees enthusiastically dedicate themselves to care for our youngest generation with loving attention. We are proud of our Kindergarden Academy, which offers a huge range of training and development opportunities for our staff.
Kindergarden Childcare
SmeetsGijbels is firm of lawyers operating throughout the Netherlands and internationally that specialises in family and inheritance law. We enjoy a good reputation on account of our effective approach to complex cases and of the sound and discret way in which we operate. Specialising in every aspect of family and inheritance law, we are able to use our expertise to achieve the desired result.
SmeetsGijbels
Funtazia is a bilingual (EN/NL) international child care centre in Hillegersberg (Rotterdam), welcoming children from 3 months to 4 years of age in our Day Care, and children aged 4-12 years in our After School Care and Holiday Care. Funtazia offers a nurturing environment for children to learn, play, and grow.
Funtazia
Boom NT2 (Dutch as a second language), together with Coutinho NT2, is part of Boom Publishers. Together they are experts in developing, publishing and selling learning methods for non-native speakers in the Netherlands and Flanders, for young and old, beginner and advanced, for all learning needs and attainment levels. Boom also offers a large package of publications for teachers.
Boom NT2
GMW is based in The Hague, between the sea and the international zone (where many international organizations of law and peace are located). Clients choose our firm because of our legal quality and specialist expertise. We have particular expertise in litigation. We can offer our services in the following languages: Dutch, English, Turkish, French, Spanish, Sarnami Hindi or German.
GMW Lawyers
Help for Expat Families. If your partner or family is looking to get a job in the Netherlands, the EURES advisers are here to help. European Employment Services (EURES) is a network that helps jobseekers to find work in EU/EEA countries and Switzerland. In the Netherlands EURES is also there for internationals on the Dutch labour market
UWV / EURES
Orion Immigration Law, founded by experienced solicitors Arend van Rosmalen and Charley Nieuwesteeg, has an excellent reputation as a knowledgeable and sincere practice. We have 15+ years of experience applying for permanent residence, Dutch citizenship, and temporary permits for employment, entrepreneurship, and family. We provide clear, realistic advice focused on practical solutions.
Orion Immigration Law
Breda Internationals supports internationals living, studying, working, or relocating to Breda and the West Brabant region. Through practical information, community events, career development initiatives, and networking opportunities, newcomers can settle in, build connections, access local resources, and feel at home. Discover the region, meet new people, and connect with the community.
Breda Internationals
The biggest selection of English books in the Netherlands. Besides books and magazines, our stores also sell greeting cards, diaries, notebooks and merchandise. Visit our stores in Amsterdam, The Hague and Leidschendam or go to our website.
The American Book Center
We are an independent notary office in The Hague with expertise in family law, real estate, and business law, where customization and efficiency are paramount. We can act as an impartial notary or advisor for wills, living wills, home and mortgage, cohabitation agreements, prenuptial agreements and legalization of documents.
Van Buttingha Wichers Notaries
Our kindergarten offers a unique combination of German and international education with a loving, bilingual care in German and Dutch for children aged 2 to 5 years. In small groups, experienced educators create a safe environment and promote your child’s individual development in a playful way with a holistic approach.
German International Kindergarten The Hague
Would you also like to play cricket? That’s great, you can find a club near you on our website. Looking for a cricket clinic? Please contact us for the possibilities. We hope to see you soon!
KNCB
We help expats find the right school or pre-school for their child in the Netherlands. During an information call our educational consultants will provide you with information on different schools, explain the differences between the schools/pre-schools and help you make the best choice for your child based upon your preferences.
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