Practical tips
Social networking
Organized outings

Feeling at home in Amsterdam is more than conquering Dutch. Getting to know the city and building a social network is just as important.  ExpatNL offers you the possibility of discovering Amsterdam, benefitting from practical tips and meeting other people.

Finding your way in Amsterdam

If you haven’t lived in Amsterdam for long, then you can opt to spend lesson time to discuss the practical matters of living in a new city.  We focus on the things that are important to you such as finding a good doctor or dentist, a suitable crèche, or real estate agent.

In addition, talking about Dutch culture, habits, history, politics and current events in Holland will also help you to feel more connected.

Building a social network and participating in organised outings

Arriving in a new place can mean new opportunities to meet interesting people, both on a personal and a professional level.  Extending your social and professional network is significant in making you feel a part of life in Amsterdam.

ExpatNL offers you the opportunity to combine an interesting activity with meeting other expats. It’s possible to exchange a lesson with a visit to an exposition, a theatre play outdoors in the Amsterdamse Bos, a drink at the beautiful terrace of the Muziekgebouw aan ‘t IJ, followed by a jazz concert in the Bimhuis, a café tour along the famous old ‘brown’ cafés or a visit to the Bloemenveiling in Aalsmeer. You can also subscribe for the organised outings if you don’t have lessons through ExpatNL.