IamExpat Weekly | January 16, 2025

Can’t see this email properly? Click here to view it in your browser. January 16, 2025 Simplify your integration exam preparation with AI-powered courses Are you ready to pass your integration exam? With the latest updates from Inburgering Online, preparing for the exam has never been easier or more effective. Find out why! Read & Discuss How international schools support expat families by Judith Meijer Moving to a new country can be disruptive and stressful for children, but international schools help to smooth the transition and make integration easier. Drive4joy: Flexible and fast car subscriptions, with expats in mind Drive4joy offers a flexible car subscription service for expats in the Netherlands, without the burdens of traditional car leasing or lengthy commitments. Heat, eat, enjoy: Eat healthily and save time with Factor Meals This year, why not sign up for a flexible subscription with Factor Meals? You'll get delicious meals that are ready in minutes - delivered right to your door! Featured job: HR & Office Administrator (Part-time position) IamExpat is looking for an enthusiastic part-time HR & Office Administrator to join our international team in Amsterdam! Apply today. Dutch passport ranked as world’s fourth strongest in Henley Passport Index The Henley Passport Index 2025 has named the Netherlands as having the world's fourth-strongest passport, allowing access to 191 countries without a visa. The Netherlands has the third most expensive gas prices in Europe Dutch gas prices are among the highest in Europe, Energievergelijk has reported, based on the latest data from the Household Energy Price Index (HEPI). Number of Dutch mortgage applications soars, especially among first-time buyers De Hypotheker has reported that the number of mortgage applications in the Netherlands for 2024 saw a sharp increase, especially among young homebuyers. Dutch healthcare and education costs on the rise amid stricter freelancer rules More freelancers in the Netherlands have started working through employment agencies as stricter rules come into effect, raising costs in the public sector. TU Eindhoven cancels classes for second day in a row following cyberattack Following a cyberattack on the Dutch university's servers, Eindhoven University of Technology cancelled classes for the second day in a row on Tuesday. Which cities in the Netherlands have the worst car traffic? The TomTom Traffic Index 2024 has revealed that Amsterdam has the slowest-moving car traffic in the Netherlands, taking around 23 minutes per 10 kilometres. Sweet success: Dutch stroopwafel included in Oxford English dictionary The word stroopwafel, a beloved snack from the Netherlands, has been added to the Oxford English Dictionary in its December 2024 update. PostNL launches special Amsterdam 750 postage stamps To celebrate the occasion of Amsterdam’s 750th birthday coming up in October this year, PostNL has introduced a special postage stamp. How international schools support expat families by Judith Meijer Moving to a new country can be disruptive and stressful for children, but international schools help to smooth the transition and make integration easier. Drive4joy: Flexible and fast car subscriptions, with expats in mind Drive4joy offers a flexible car subscription service for expats in the Netherlands, without the burdens of traditional car leasing or lengthy commitments. Heat, eat, enjoy: Eat healthily and save time with Factor Meals This year, why not sign up for a flexible subscription with Factor Meals for delicious meals that are ready in minutes - delivered right to your door! Heat, eat, enjoy: Eat healthily and save time with Factor Meals This year, why not sign up for a flexible subscription with Factor Meals for delicious meals that are ready in minutes - delivered right to your door! Dutch passport ranked as world’s fourth strongest in Henley Passport Index The Henley Passport Index 2025 has named the Netherlands as having the world's fourth-strongest passport, allowing access to 191 countries without a visa. The Netherlands has the third most expensive gas prices in Europe Dutch gas prices are among the highest in Europe, Energievergelijk has reported based on the latest data from the Household Energy Price Index (HEPI). Number of Dutch mortgage applications soars, especially among first-time buyers De Hypotheker has reported that the number of mortgage applications in the Netherlands for 2024 saw a sharp increase, especially among young homebuyers. Dutch healthcare and education costs on the rise amid stricter freelancer rules More freelancers in the Netherlands have started working through employment agencies as stricter rules come into effect, raising costs in public sectors. TU Eindhoven cancels classes for second day in a row following cyberattack Following a cyberattack on the Dutch university's servers, Eindhoven University of Technology has cancelled classes for the second day in a row on Tuesday. Which cities in the Netherlands have the worst car traffic? The TomTom Traffic Index 2024 has revealed that Amsterdam has the slowest-moving car traffic in the Netherlands, taking around 23 minutes for 10 kilometres. Sweet success: Dutch stroopwafel included in Oxford English dictionary The stroopwafel, a beloved snack from the Netherlands, has been added to the Oxford English Dictionary in its December 2024 update. PostNL launches special Amsterdam 750 postage stamps To celebrate the occasion of Amsterdam’s 750th birthday coming up in October this year, PostNL has introduced a special postage stamp. 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