Practical matters and rules
Read more here about practical matters in the Netherlands. This covers everyday life, as well as the rules in the Netherlands and the important papers and documents you need to keep.
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Free or low-cost legal assistance for Ukrainians in the Netherlands
In the Netherlands, there are various places where you can get free or low-cost legal assistance. For example, at Het Juridisch Loket, a legal advice centre or VluchtelingenWerk Nederland (VWN). They offer advice on employment, housing or residence rights. Do you need help? Please contact these organisations.
Good and cheap shopping in the Netherlands
In some countries, when people think of discounts, they think of products that are almost past their expiration date or are not so good anymore. That can give a negative feeling. In the Netherlands, this is different. Here, discount means shopping smart. In this article you will read how the Dutch look at discounts and how you can shop safely and cheaply.
What to do when a loved one dies
If your loved one dies in the Netherlands, there is a lot on your mind. It is a sad situation and you have a lot to arrange as a surviving relative. In this article you can read more about what you need to know in case of death.
This is how you can demonstrate in the Netherlands
In the Netherlands, anyone can demonstrate, even if you do not yet have Dutch citizenship. However, the government can set conditions on how you demonstrate. This article explains how demonstrating in the Netherlands works.
Here is how to find reliable news in the Netherlands
In the Netherlands you can find reliable information because there is freedom of the press. And because the press is part of Dutch democracy. But there is also a lot of fake news. In this article you read about how reliable the Dutch press is. And how to find reliable news yourself.
Waste separation in the Netherlands
In the Netherlands, you are often required to sort your waste before disposal. Sorting waste helps to recycle raw materials and protect the environment. But how exactly does it work? In this article, you can find out which types of waste go where and how waste collection is organised in your neighbourhood.
What you can do (for free) in libraries in the Netherlands
Every Dutch municipality has a library, a book point or a library bus. You can borrow books there, but there are often also free activities for adults and children. You can read more about them in this article.
All about DigiD
Here, Steffie explains what DigiD is, how to apply for DigiD and how to use it.
This is how you file your tax return in the Netherlands
The Tax Administration usually sends a letter when you have to file a tax return. But even if you do not receive a letter, it may be necessary to file a return. Read here how to file a tax return and what documents you need.
You need these documents to file a tax return
For your tax return in the Netherlands you need certain documents, such as annual statements, benefit statements and bank statements. This article tells you which documents are important and how to obtain them.