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Amsterdam has a large international community with expats from all over the globe. Foreigners come here for a variety of reasons - whether moving for a job or looking for work, taking up studies, starting a business, having a relationship with a Dutch partner and so on. It is possible to survive using English and without speaking Dutch - but it does help to learn some of the language and this will also help your work prospects.

Many companies such as KPMG, Nike and Cisco Systems have large headquarters in Netherlands; whilst big Dutch multi-nationals ING, ABN-Amro, Philips, Shell have a significant presence. Note that if you don't have an EU passport you will need to get a work permit.

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Here are some tips and advice if you are considering 'going Dutch' on a more permanent basis.

Finding a Job in Netherlands - A local recruitment specialist tells us how to go about finding a job in Amsterdam or Holland...

Finding a Flat / Appartment for Rent in Amsterdam - The challenge of searching for a place to live in the city...

Buying a House / Flat in the Amsterdam area - Guide to property purchase...

How To Open a Dutch Bank Account - Essential if you want to live, work in Netherlands...

Taxation in Netherlands - A brief guide to Dutch tax...

Healthcare in the Netherlands - An overview of healthcare in the country...

Prices & Earnings in Amsterdam - Cost of living and wage levels...

Cost of Living in Amsterdam / Netherlands - Prices for food and drink items at the supermarket...

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If you are looking for a social expat network in Amsterdam and meeting new people then consider joining Cosmo-Polite run by Kira Nijenhuis. Membership is just €15 per month and Kira organises many different events for internationals.

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Dutch Chain Stores - Guide to some well known Dutch shop chains...

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