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Expanding your business in the Netherlands with international talent? 🌐 The first thing you need is a Recognized Sponsorship status granted by the Dutch Immigration Authorities (IND). Once you have attained this status, you have certain legal obligations and responsibilities. In this article, we’re diving deeper into what you need to keep in mind as a business sponsor in the Netherlands.
Belgium, with its charming cities, stunning countryside, and vibrant culture, is a perfect summer destination. Catch our ten tips to make the most of your Belgian summer!
Meet Obakeng Mafaldi who moved from South Africa to Eindhoven 🇿🇦🇳🇱 Read more about his journey down below!
Summer in the Netherlands is a season of vibrant festivals, scenic beauty, and endless outdoor activities.🏡 Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s no shortage of exciting things to do. Here’s a guide to the best summer experiences in the Netherlands.🌷 Read more below!
Expanding your business in the Netherlands with international talent? 🌐 The first thing you need is a Recognized Sponsorship status granted by the Dutch Immigration Authorities (IND). So, what exactly is Recognized Sponsorship and how do you acquire this status? Read more below!
Expanding your business in the Netherlands with international talent? 🌐 The first thing you need is a Recognized Sponsorship status granted by the Dutch Immigration Authorities (IND). So, what exactly is Recognized Sponsorship and how do you acquire this status? Read more below!
Looking for new opportunities? Luxembourg is actively recruiting skilled professionals to address talent shortages across various sectors. 🇱🇺 💼 Discover the most sought-after job opportunities in Luxembourg in 2024 below.👇🏻
Meet Omar! We helped him move from Groningen to Amsterdam and he shared his thoughts on living in the bigger city with us. 🏙️ 🇳🇱 🇳🇱
Read more about his experience below!👇🏻😊
Meet Dario, who moved from Italy to the Netherlands for a new job opportunity in Amsterdam. 🇳🇱🇮🇹 Read more about his experience below!
Looking for a new adventure? The Netherlands is looking for skilled people from all over the world to combat skill shortages in a variety of industries. 🌐 Read more about the most in-demand jobs in the Netherlands in 2024 and resources to explore your next career move in the Netherlands. 🇳🇱 💼
Starting April 1, 2024, new obligations for recognized sponsors must be kept. Discover what documents you need to retain to avoid fines and maintain recognition. Stay compliant and ensure smooth sponsorship processes. Find our more below. ⬇️🌟
In Germany’s tight housing market, we’re about to witness some changes. These laws aim to make the housing market fairer, strengthen tenant rights, and promote affordable housing. Get the details below. 🏘️
Big changes hit Flemish labor laws on March 1, 2024! For non-highly skilled workers, it means specific job lists, experience checks, and financial inspection. On the flip side, EU Blue Card salaries rise, and perks await IT, teachers, and seasonal workers. Find our more below.
We sat down with Frances Dean to talk about her relocation journey from London to the Netherlands. Read more about her impressions of life in the Netherlands! ✈️
Say hi to Vasilena and Gabriele, who are joining our Netherlands team as Marketing and Communication Interns! 🌟We are excited for their fresh perspectives and passion for marketing to bring new energy to our firm. Find out more below. 🌐
We’re thrilled to (re)introduce our new team member Marlo! 🌟 Joining our Netherlands team as a Field and Office Coordinator, Marlo knows a thing or two about relocation himself having moved around a lot. Find out more below. 🌐
The rental market is fluctuating! There appears to be an overall big increase in rental prices in the private sector and the number of available homes for new tenants has decreased. Let’s explore the details of these changes. 📈🏠
We sat down with Renzo to talk about his relocation journey from South Africa to the Netherlands. Read more of his expat experience and tips and tricks he would like to share with those who are looking to relocate ✈️
The new year comes with significant changes in the Dutch housing sector. From easier mortgages to increases in rent prices (and their allowances), the adjustments aim to create a more inclusive and equitable housing landscape. Here’s all you need to keep in mind this year. 🏘️
Important updates to the Dutch EU Blue Card! The new EU Blue Card Directive has been fully implemented in the Netherlands since June 2024. Here’s what you need to know 📜🌟
Embracing the new year means embracing change! In the realm of Dutch taxes, benefits, and increases, 2024 has a lineup of key updates that’ll impact your everyday life. Let’s dive into the most crucial ones. 📈💼
Germany’s latest Chancenkarte, grants non-EU applicants a year-long stay with part-time work rights! What else? Health insurance costs are climbing while income thresholds for parental allowance are shrinking. Have a look at the 5 substantial updates for the year ahead below. 🪪🎇
Attention all aspiring immigrants to Belgium! Starting January 1st, the Belgian government has shaken things up by adjusting the fees for incoming foreigners. Find out what’s changed below. 🌍🇧🇪
Ho ho ho! Warmest Holiday Wishes from Expat Management Group. 🎅 In our final newsletter of the year, we reflect on an interesting year in the global mobility industry and look ahead to what 2024 might have in store for us.
Sweden is ending its Fast Track immigration system, replacing it with a new model. The Swedish Standard Industrial Classification code (SNI) impacts minimum salary wages, including the blue card minimum. Dive into the risks and key considerations.
Welcome to Your Ultimate Relocation Checklist series! Moving abroad is a life-changing decision not to be taken lightly. We’ve put together a little cheat sheet of 13 things you need to remember before making your big move. In part 1 of this series, we dive into ‘The Research Phase’, where we’ll break down the key things to consider before making your decision.
Amidst the winter’s darkness, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Germany shine bright with an array of captivating events for this cozy season. As the festive spirit unfolds, prepare yourself for some more exciting happenings in the area. Whether you’re drawn to delightful treats, passionate about beer, or simply mesmerized by twinkling lights and cozy movie nights, there’s something to captivate you during these shorter days of the extended month. 🍫🍻✨🎥
We have a new addition to our team and we’re thrilled to introduce you to Olga! She has joined our Belgium department as Financial Administration & Office Support. Get to know her background, passions, and fun facts below. Welcome to the team, Olga! 🎉
Ready to expand your business with a global workforce, but overwhelmed by the complexities of visas, work permits, and immigration laws? 🌍 Navigating the maze of global immigration procedures can be a time-consuming process, but we’re here to simplify it for you – and make sure you avoid any legal risks in the process. 🚀✨
Looking for a way to brighten up your November days? We got you covered from valuable fairs and captivating theatre productions to festivals filled with jazz music or holiday spirit. There is something for everybody’s taste! Don’t let the rainy weather get you down – check out our top picks to stay entertained and engaged this November!
Planning to travel between Rotterdam and The Hague in the coming weeks? Brace for some possible bumps on the way. Working parents in the Netherlands can expect rise in child allowances in 2024 and Germany’s got a new plan to tackle the housing crisis. Find out more below! 🚆🏠✨
Intriguing changes ahead: The Netherlands revamps the 30% tax rule, introduces a game-changing bill for posted workers in 2026, and simplifies the use of Chinese documents. Dive into the three latest immigration updates from the Netherlands and prepare for a future where new possibilities unfold.
In late September, the Netherlands presented its 2024 budget, totaling 433.6 billion euros. The primary focuses are to enhance purchasing power and protect households from falling into poverty to secure the future for the most vulnerable. As a consequence, individuals with normal to high incomes may experience tax increases. Read more below about how the budget is divided.
In September, Luxembourg introduced a new law broadening access to the job market, and the Netherlands is capping the 30% ruling as of 2024. Our German colleagues, on the other hand, attended the Migration Law Days Conference. Read more about it below.
Although the weather is getting colder and rainier, there are still plenty of fun findoor and outdoor activities to do in Benelux and Germany this month. Check out what we have picked out from intriguing museums to stunning light shows, and traditional celebrations!
We’ve hand-picked our favorite activities in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. There is something for everyone’s taste, from Brussels Design Market to The Hague Embassy Festival, and Berlin Beer Week. Check out our top to-do’s below.
In Belgium, a new bottleneck profession will be announced on September 1 whilst the Dutch Immigration Authorities have changed their procedure of applications for US/Japanese entrepreneurs in the Netherlands. In Germany, the government is planning to allow dual citizenship. Read more about the latest immigration news here.
We managed Emre’s relocation from Turkey to the Netherlands and asked him some questions about his experience!
We’re pleased to introduce Yelena who has joined our German department as a Posted Workers Consultant!
Want to know more about how the performance of your international employees is linked to their cultural, social, and work-related adjustment? Let’s dive into the correlation between these two factors.
Each year on July 1, several new laws and regulations take effect in the Netherlands. This year is no exception. The changes involve child benefits, pensions, minimum wage, social housing rent, and regulations for landlords to name a few. Read more below for the full breakdown.
We’re pleased to introduce Alexandra who joined our German department as a Director of Business Development!
We managed Hamed’s relocation from Croatia to the Netherlands and asked him some questions about his experience!
Luxembourg has eased labor law amendments for third-country nationals! Moreover, expect waiting times for visa applications from Russia to Germany, and in other news, the European Travel Authorization System (ETIAS) has been postponed again. Read about this and more immigration news in Germany, Luxembourg, and the EU below.
This month we hand-picked our favorite activities happening in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. From Pride celebrations to Luxembourg’s giant annual funfair and festivals in Belgium, check out our top to-do’s below.
Summer is in the air! Whether you’re into flowers, Latin music, dancing or outdoor running, we got you with this month’s happenings and to-do’s.
Big news for migration to Germany with the new Skilled Worker Immigration Act! Read about this and more immigration news in the Netherlands and Belgium below.
We extend a warm welcome to Elisabeth who joined our German department last month as an Immigration Consultant!
We extend a warm welcome to our new Immigration Consultant who joined our German department last month, Julia Schön!
The Dutch government will regulate house rent with a point-based system as of 2024 to assess housing quality and determine the maximum price for renting.
We managed Francis’ relocation from Australia to the Netherlands and asked him some questions about his experience!
The month of May marks the beginning of the festival season in the Netherlands. Did you know that there are more than 1000 festivals taking place in the Netherlands every year? Check out our favorite events, museum visits, and happenings in this month’s round-up.
The housing market in the Netherlands and Germany remains tight and fast-moving. Read more about the current situation and our advice about anticipating your move to get a house/apartment.
The month of May marks the beginning of the festival season in the Netherlands. Did you know that there are more than 1000 festivals taking place in the Netherlands every year? Check out our favorite events, museum visits, and happenings in this month’s round-up.
We managed Elise’s relocation from Switzerland to the Netherlands and asked her some questions about her experience!
Meet our new Business Development Manager at our Belgium/Luxembourg department, Fabienne Vanderkelen!
We extend a warm welcome to our new team member, Charlotte Kieffer, who has joined our German department as a Senior Immigration Consultant!
We managed Aniruddha’s relocation from India to the Netherlands and asked him a few questions about his experience.
We keep you posted on the most recent immigration updates from Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands.
April is usually a beautiful month in the Netherlands, marking a transition to Spring time, warmer weather, and lots of national holidays. Celebrate Kings Day, sip some cocktails at the Gin&Rum festival or meet like-minded people on Earth day. Check out some of our favorite April activities here!
Moving to the Netherlands can be an exciting adventure, but there is more to it than what you might think! We give you 5 essential tips to remember before making the big move.
On February 01, 2023, the Federal Law on Ratification of the Agreement concluded between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus, introducing mutual recognition of visas, came into force.
The Dutch government believes in the rights of every child to develop into a balanced and healthy adult. To this end, the government provides benefits with the aim to help parents cover some of the costs of child-rearing, schooling, and childcare. If you moved to the Netherlands with your child/children or you will become a parent while living here, you may be entitled to one or more of the following benefits.
The Amsterdam-born mobility service provider Expat Management Group today proudly announces the opening of their third official office. With established offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, the company is now expanding to Bonn, Germany.
Helawi and Brittney Mengistu recently moved to Haarlem. We asked them some questions about their relocation experience.
Immigration updates: The Netherlands
Immigration updates: Belgium
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
Immigration updates: Belgium
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
Ethan Wright recently moved to Rotterdam. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Immigration updates: Belgium – Orientation year
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Newjoiner Carola Sah-Snijders
Ali Gharabagni recently moved to Utrecht. We asked him some questions about their relocation experience.
Fewerforeign nationals are moving to the Netherlands during the pandemic
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
Afonso recently moved to Utrecht. We asked him some questions about their relocation experience.
Expat Management Group sponsoring a friendly football match in Brussels
Orientation year permit – stricter rules
Alpaslan Bek recently moved to Utrecht. We asked him some questions about their relocation experience.
Fewer expats in Amsterdam changes the rental prices
Ahmed Omar and his family recently moved to Nieuwegein. We asked him some questions about their relocation experience.
Election 2021 in the Netherlands
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
Blogs, discussions and webinars from Expat Management Group
Prashant Jagtap and his family recently moved to Eindhoven. We asked him some questions about their relocation experience.
Plans to reduce the housing shortage in the Netherlands
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Natalia Fleszar recently moved to Utrecht. We asked her some questions about her relocation experience.
US government extends travel ban
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Charlene Beal recently moved to Amsterdam. We asked her some questions about her relocation experience.
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
Start-up permits for essential personnel pilot
Exit Travel Certificate in the Philippines
Christel Rademan and her family recently moved to Amsterdam. We asked her some questions about their relocation experience.
Immigration updates: Belgium – new salary thresholds
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Stefania Mouzouraki recently moved to Eindhoven. We asked her some questions about his relocation experience.
Sedat Balci recently moved to Eindhoven. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
Word of partner, Nihat Kurt
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David Chang recently moved to Eindhoven. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Updates on travel ban: Belgium and Luxembourg
No longer an entry ban for internationals in a long-distance relationships
Word of our partners – Massimo Maesen
Riaan Jacobs recently moved to Utrecht. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Further effects on the housing market due to the intelligent lockdown.
Guillermo Quintana recently moved to Eindhoven. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Amit Mantri recently moved to Eindhoven. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Belgian border vignette – Covid-19
Special arrangement 2-year lease contract – Covid-19
Adam Watkins recently moved to Haarlem. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Consequences for Dutch nationals to regain Dutch nationality
Ahmed Amer recently moved to Utrecht. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Japanese and Taiwanese nationals – WHP
U.S. visas for Dutch nationals – changes in fees and validity
Schools for expat children in Eindhoven
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
The Alba family recently moved to Utrecht. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
Supported by a robust sales force and tight cost controls, Pharm Ltd. experienced sustained double-digit growth over a number of years, only to find that their supply chain struggled to keep pace.
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherlands.
Zalan Noszek recently moved to Amsterdam. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Expat Management Group has attended the Global Workforce Symposium of Worldwide ERC
The dropping rents of apartments in Rotterdam
The Great Surinam Exhibition in the Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam on Dam Square
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Expat Management Group will be attending the Global Workforce Symposium of Worldwide ERC
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherland.
The European Commission’s Enforcement directive (2014/67/EU) on posting of workers in the EU Member States.
Barbara is the new relocation coordinator. She joined the relocation team this month.
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherland.
Christian Fotteler recently moved to the Netherlands. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherland.
New immigration category as of June 2020.
Interview with Eveliese Luiting, Chief People Officer and board member of Recruiters United.
New regulations in the Netherlands on using your phone while cycling.
Giles da Silva recently moved to Utrecht, the Netherlands. We asked him some questions about his relocation experience.
Expat Management Group published an article in IamExpat on residence rights for foreign nationals of minor children
EMG launches new website and busy summer times ahead
Forest schools become increasingly popular in the Netherlands. Expat Management Group’s relocation team is happy to help find appropriate schooling in the Netherlands for expats relocating to the Netherlands
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherland.
Happy Easter everyone, Expat Management Group has interesting times ahead.
Burden of proof higher for unmarried partners to obtain Dutch residence permit.
Amsterdam is hosting an event about housing for internationals in the Amsterdam area.
Now that Brexit has been further delayed, there seems to be more uncertainty than ever
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherland.
The EU has extend the March 29 withdrawal deadline, imposing two new dates.
The European Court of Justice rendered an important ruling relevant to Dutch nationals who face loss of Dutch nationality.
The Dutch Ministry of Education has given its permission to start the development of a new international primary school in the Leiden region.
Check out the most fun and biggest events in the cities of Netherland.
This year we are celebrating 5 years as a Mobility provider in the Netherlands, will face a huge number of doors in 2019.
Aldijana Dedic is the new immigration officer. She will be joined the immigration team this month.
Bruno moved from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Amsterdam, the Netherlands. We asked him some questions.
Since February civil status documents issued in other EU Member States will no longer need to be Apostilled.
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Another year and another set of a whole new change will come up. We hope that each of our clients will reach new heights.
As of 1 January, nationals from Hong Kong (18-30 years) can make use of the WHP.
Benjamin moved from Brazil to Amsterdam, the Netherlands. We asked him some questions.
There is thing that not everyone who plans to move to Amsterdam, is aware of: it is very hard to find accommodation.
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Bring to the table win-win survival strategies to ensure proactive domination.
Bring to the table win-win survival strategies to ensure proactive domination.
At the end of the day, going forward, a new normal that has evolved from generation.
At the end of the day, going forward, a new normal that has evolved from generation.
User generated content in real-time will have multiple touchpoints for offshoring.
User generated content in real-time will have multiple touchpoints for offshoring.
Capitalize on low hanging fruit to identify a ballpark value added activity to beta test.
Capitalize on low hanging fruit to identify a ballpark value added activity to beta test.
Supported by a robust sales force and tight cost controls, Pharm Ltd. experienced sustained double-digit growth over a number of years, only to find that their supply chain struggled to keep pace. In particular, the initial state of the company’s sales.
In particular, the initial state of the company’s sales and operations planning capabilities limited their ability to account for demand variability or raw material lead times in production and distribution. Improve sales and operations and production planning.
The teams focused their efforts on a few of the highest-value S&OP levers in order to review the current planning process, identify gaps in the planning infrastructure and analytically understand demand and supply variability.
With hundreds of medications in the market, Pharm Ltd. needed a proper method to predict and manage their inventory. Using a mean absolute percentage analysis (MAPE), the teams defined appropriate levels for raw materials and finished products by mapping.
What is this highly valuable asset? Its own people. Says Morgan Fraud, the author of The Thinking Corporation, “Given that we are all capable of contributing new ideas, the question becomes how do you successfully generate, capture, process and implement ideas?”