Survival Guide
Being an international student in the Netherlands requires a lot of arranging which can lead to frustrations. EM provides survival guides including tips and tricks to ease your stay in the Netherlands.
Finding a job in the Netherlands
19 June 2013 - Whether you are looking for post-graduation employment or for a part-time job on the side, finding a job in the Netherlands may turn out to be difficult without fluency in Dtuch. However, EM found some ways to actually get a job.>>>
Finding a room for a suitable price
10 May 2013 - International students are an easy target for malicious landlords. But knowing your rights may help you drive down rent prices. Therefore, EM provides you with some other useful tips on where to find a room and more importantly, how to ensure you pay a reasonable price. >>>
Buying groceries
22 January 2013 - In Rotterdam you have plenty of options for buying groceries, but this can also be confusing. EM provides you with a survival guide listing the best but also cheapest places to buy your daily nutrition. Also, several stores where you can find food from your home country are included! >>>
How to survive getting furniture
8 January 2012 - Moving countries is a hassle, and EM wants to help you with that. In this week’s survival guide we provide you with the cheapest places to buy furniture, the best ways to transport furniture and of course, where to buy it second hand to save you money. >>>
Dutch public transport
24 November 2012 - Dutch trains, trams, metros, busses and ferries use separate tickets. EM helps you make sense of all the different forms of transportation and also provides insight into which tickets are most suitable for students. >>>
Making sense of municipality taxes
13 November 2012 - Every year, several municipality taxes need to be paid by you (and your roommates). They are billed by several instructions which can be frustrating. This week, EM explains what it is you are paying for, how you can pay and also, if you might be able to request remission. >>>
Applying for healthcare allowance
24 October 2012 - If you have a Dutch insurance, this can be pricey. However, it does not need to be pricey! You may be eligible to apply for healthcare allowance to help you with your monthly payment. This week, EM tells you when and how you can apply for this extra assistance. >>>
Healthcare insurance
16 October 2012 - When you are abroad, having a proper and suitable health insurance is important. However, figuring out which one you need and what your options are can be confusing. In this week’s survival guide EM helps you make sense of everything you need to know about health insurance. >>>
Applying for study finance
10 October 2012 - As an international student you might be eligible to receive study financing (stufi) just like all Dutch students if you meet certain requirements. EM listed all of them and helps you with your application procedure in this week’s survival guide. >>>
