Living in The Netherlands - The Pros and Cons

What are the pros and cons of living in The Netherlands? It doesn't matter whether you're relocating for business, education, or just because you want a change of scenery; moving to a new nation may be stressful for a lot of people. Therefore, before to deciding to live in Holland, you have to take into consideration a variety of variables, including the cost of living, the community, the school system, the level of safety, the availability of employment, and the environment. According to the third rule of Newton, which states that "every act has an equal and opposing response," living in the Netherlands has both positive and negative aspects to it.
Consider all of the perks of living in the Netherlands, then make a final decision about making the move there.
PROS:
1. High Quality Education
The World Economic Forum places the Netherlands at the third spot on its list of countries with the highest levels of education. It is estimated that around 81% of persons between the ages of 25 and 64 have finished at least their upper secondary school, which is greater than the average for the OECD, which is 79%. If you are relocating with your children, you do not need to worry about their education since pupils continue to gain knowledge and the capacity to read and write, as well as research, mathematics, scientific, economic, and social skills. If you are relocating with your kids, you are already safe and secure. In addition, the school system in the Netherlands promotes you to grow in your chosen field of work.
2. Healthcare
Having health insurance is a legal requirement in the Netherlands, and residents are expected to comply. As a result of the relatively high cost of the compulsory monthly payment for health insurance, a great number of individuals are unsatisfied with it. However, this is a significant perk of living in the Netherlands as a Dutch citizen: you will never have to spend a significant amount of money out of pocket to obtain medical assistance. This is a government benefit. Some people get the impression that they are throwing their money away since they don't need medical attention too often. However, once they reach the point where they need medical attention, they will get it.
3. A Low Rate of Crime
The Netherlands was classified as the 21st safest nation in the world according to the World's Safest Country ranking for the year 2021. However, your safety is not completely assured no matter where you go since you run the risk of becoming a victim of small crimes such as pickpocketing. When travelling to a new country, safety is a valid worry for everyone, but it is particularly important for households with kids and women who are traveling alone. The Netherlands are a rather risk-free destination. However, you should stay away from places with a high crime rate and adopt the appropriate safety measures. Taking sensible measures, such as securing your home and vehicle behind you when you leave, installing a burglar alarm, and so on.
4. It’s Small and Easy to Get Around
Because the Netherlands is not a very huge country, getting around to its many cities is not difficult. There is an abundance of public transit options obtainable in every given location, including railroads, buses, trolleys, and metros.
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[@georgerobinson4210]

I went to the Netherlands to work for a short contract. That was in 1971. Now in 2023 I'm still here enjoying a great country as a Dutch pensioner with a Dutch family!!!

[@Pentrucasa-iz1eq]

Does there exist animals like cats? I have in plan to move to Holland and after later on, I wanna have a cat from the streets. Is it possible?

[@AlvaroC77]

​@@Pentrucasa-iz1eqfor what I've seen, yes. But there's a tax regarding pets. I don't have many details about it

[@woutwerf]

@@Pentrucasa-iz1eq A lot of people here have cats. But there are not many cats on the streets without a home. usually we buy a little kitten, or we get one out of shelter.

[@Samuelrelationshipcoach]

Is Netherlands really a nice place to stay I am coming for business

[@Samuelrelationshipcoach]

How where able to have a dutch family? I need someone to guide me while in Netherlands Amsterdam

[@Blue-Eyes2525]

Dutch people speak English very well

[@CJ.1998X.Y.Z]

It is almost annoying lol. I try to speak my crappy Dutch and they just reply back in perfect English lol everytime. Often they talk to me in English just looking at me. I am trying to learn their language. Oh well. Better than the French where I try to speak French and they pretend they can’t understand me when my French friend says she can

[@Paul_C]

No, we do not drink from plastic glasses. It is an affront to use plastic. Likewise we do not use solo cups.

[@jannetteberends8730]

There is a subsidy for the premium for the health insurance, for low incomes. The subsidy depends on your income. The lower it is, the higher the subsidy. It’s called the Zorgtoeslag.

[@nmg1909]

Thank you very much for this headup for us coming to the Netherlands for a tourist visit.

[@craigr306]

Coffee shop ?

[@vinabtv4581]

Thank you so much for the informative video. God bless

[@bettywiendels5714]

My parents and I visited our relatives in Holland July 13-Aug 1, 1971. My daughter Tanya and her friend Serena also visited there in July 1998. Holland is full of cyclists, windmills, eels @ the markets, the barns with straw roofs, high fashions, frequent rains, comfortable summers, a toy town, smaller cars, the tulips, and more.

[@ayucahyaofficial9095]

Thanks for sharing this interesting video,greetings from Indonesia 🤝🇮🇩🙏

[@WidideJong1996]

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[@gillianberman6902]

Good video except till the point where you said that you have to learn Dutch, it’s utter bullcrap. We are the most proficient non native English speakers in the world.

[@EGO0808]

Well, if that’s the case, you would have noticed the narrator explained most signs, notifications and information in public areas is in Dutch. And that would acquire some basic understanding of the Dutch language in order to comprehend.

[@SittiJaroonjam]

Amazing country, amazing video. Thank you from "EXPATsofa"💜❤👍

[@Samuelrelationshipcoach]

Is the country really amazing

[@violettracey]

Thanks!

[@Abdoulsalamjallow11]

I never went to the Netherlands 🇳🇱 but it is the only country I wanted to visit in whole Europe…😢

[@shaziaali5795]

Can you make a video about education scenario for international teenagers who move to Netherlands with their family?

[@InfinitesimallyInfinite]

A wise advice, don't. Especially with family. There is a housing shortage in the Netherlands and moving in with a family on a study visa can be very hectic and stressful.

[@kavithapremji7716]

Scope of software engineer?

[@georgedoris7615]

Please how can I move to Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@ItIsYourBoyMe]

I had a discussion with a coworker, in which he said he moved from Brabant to Amsterdam, since he had difficulty meeting people, even though Brabant is typically known for its "gezelligheid". What most internationals do not know is that Dutch people are very protective of their friend groups, and you will have much difficulty entering one. Most likely it will be impossible, or you will be "kicked out" if you are not a fit. These friend groups may be decades old, and largely rely on the shared memories. My advice: LEARN DUTCH!!! Companies may promote an environment in which you can speak English, but they are just looking for work force. Dutch people are perfectly willing to speak English at work, but outside of work is a completely different story. Also, the best place to meet new people is those which are not dominated by friend groups, such as sporting clubs.

[@clsfoundation4590]

Please i need someone to help me come to Netherland

[@Mahenaw]

Can you please make a video on how to find your "first" apartment when you just arrive in the Netherlands? Assuming the person does not have a local address, bank account or a permanent phone number. All the house-hunting videos are for someone who has all those three things. But I could not find one video that tells you how to find an apartment when you first arrive and have no bank account.

[@keyplayerslimited]

Go before me

[@HealislamDaruliman]

I need to learn dutch for Daawah

[@Centurion101B3C]

'...sipping tepid white wine from plastic cups...' had me in stitches.

[@shubhamsuryavanshi1950]

What’s the average salary for MD or MS doctors there??

[@carel20081]

80.000,-

[@sadisunel5764]

👏👏👏

[@fitfiddlerz]

amazing what happens when education is free

[@AlvaroC77]

Quality education. The "being free" only doesn't help when it's really bad

[@gmatsue84]

By "free" you mean you're paying through your taxes, I'm assuming

[@EGO0808]

Education in The Netherlands isn’t ‘free’.

[@toureaoua620]

I'm still wondering what's better beetween moving to the netherlands or staying in france

[@PicTopStudio]

MDRRR toi aussi t'es là pour quitter la France ?

[@toureaoua620]

@@PicTopStudio Je réfléchis à propos de sa mdr 😂😂

[@jillgebauer1292]

My great great grandparents all came to America from the Netherlands. As a result, i was thinking about moving there. But to stay there legally, i would need a job. An au pair would be fine but what is the need, if any, for teachers of English? I do not speak Dutch; just a few words. Is this feasible? If not, any other recommendations?

[@hammiebone]

Learning Dutch isn’t really necessary since around 90% of people in the Netherlands can speak English

[@Royal23458]

Hey!! thats cool, because my fathers grandparents came to america from the netherlands too!

[@jaccovermeulen2762]

there might be omissions but I did not find any real mistakes in this video. And I have been living in NL for 50 years.

[@irekfilms]

And you are close to the North Pole ??? Is that not a mistake ?

[@Samuelrelationshipcoach]

I need pals from Netherlands Amsterdam

[@yetundeamegavi7926]

Please how do i move to the nethalands as a foreign midwife

[@Pentrucasa-iz1eq]

Buy an ticket for the airplanes, use the plane and go to Holland. Lmao

[@xFD2x]

I doubt you can work here as a midwife. Perhaps after doing your scholing all over again.

[@user-il2ru3xy2n]

Can you please confirm if I go as a student and my spouse goes as my dependent, how many hours he can work? I just heard today that the dependant cannot work anymore which is a really strange rule

[@artitanna996]

Please confirm

[@user-il2ru3xy2n]

still looking for the answer@@artitanna996

[@MENSA.lady2]

I've been there many times. Not yet found any real negatives. Brexit has made the entry paperwork a little more time consuming but that's a price I an happy to pay.

[@hassaanaden4480]

My dream country! Holland 🇳🇱 I always loved to live in there and Inshallah It will be true

[@Mikeparol]

The healthcare is very expensive but it goed

[@irekfilms]

The Netherlands is close to North Pole?!?😂😂😂 where did you get this nonsense from??? Dutch love winter and a specially iceskating, and they don’t disappear and stay at home, the whole winter another nonsense 😂😂😂

[@keyplayerslimited]

Go before me

[@user-he2bb6te3i]

I would like some dutch pen pals

[@DevC-Basto]

now it's 2023 ,i will move there one day inxallah.

[@user-jr3kb8qy8e]

there is too many of your kind here....dont come to holland

[@DevC-Basto]

this comment make me more persistent @@user-jr3kb8qy8e

[@klusher5556]

Cons, IT IS FUCKING EXPENSIVE

[@UltraRambo]

😁😁

[@marcelinha1978]

Agree 😅

[@Wielie0305]

Hahaha true.

[@Samuelrelationshipcoach]

Expensive how?

[@Centurion101B3C]

Yep, but you pay for what you get.

[@chivalryisdead6440]

Hi! You forgot the fact that the divorce rate here is about 45 percent. Family life here is unstable. This video is very good but it is also very much from the perspective of foreigners so I have my doubts about it here and there. TY!

[@thetaleofrain]

That's very high, what are the reasons?

[@chivalryisdead6440]

@@thetaleofrain It is the same for the entire 'developped' west. Feminism is a large contributor to the problems. The 'red pill' community can explain it in detail. But if you like I can send you a link of a KZbin video fully explaining it?

[@thetaleofrain]

@@chivalryisdead6440 yes, I want to see

[@chivalryisdead6440]

@@thetaleofrain Chris Williamson on KZbin has a lot on the topic. Now that is north America but the problem is similar here. It is just less extreme and less hateful here. Jordan Peterson also some stuff on the topic. In the end effective pair bonding is the product of social engineering. In the west we do not (want to) understand that anymore. On top of that a lot of things are happening that undermine the culture to facilitate effective pair bonding. Social welfare systems, high education for women, birth control etc.

[@user-yb9yn7ny5n]

It is about 80% in Russia, which is propagating "traditional values", so the Netherlands looks like a stronghold of purity and family values comparing to Russia.

[@rmyikzelf5604]

Fun fact: it's even illegal to leave your car unlocked!

[@kylemc8851]

Serious? I wonder the reason for such a law?

[@rmyikzelf5604]

Apparently, it's part of the traffic code because of safety reasons and not providing the opportunity to steal the car.

[@Holly0Shit]

great, you just convinced me not to move

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

Your a M.O.R.O.N.

[@maidenekker]

Please stop making this kind of video's about the Netherlands. I really think we have enough expats living here, paying a crazy amount of money for rent and making it impossible for Dutch people to rent anything in their city. The prices of renting are crazy. We also have refugees who need housing, besides the young people in the Netherlands who want to buy their first home. I think we can do well without Americans taking these places.

[@Pentrucasa-iz1eq]

Are there cats on the streets? Cuz I wanna get one when I'm gonna move there

[@vieirinhaa8386]

​@@Pentrucasa-iz1eqIm gonna also move there I wonder if it's good and the people

[@cattoo860]

You know nothing Ng about the world. The “ Housing Crisis” is Worldwide. Have you tried other options like group living while saving your money😏

[@jannetteberends8730]

@@Pentrucasa-iz1eqhardly none. The Netherlands were the first country in the world that solved the problem of stray dogs, before WO2. Without killing them! For cats the same policy is used: catch and neuter. The few cats that are in the street are pets.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

You made no sense about being at the beach and it rains so you have to run to you car to escape. That's the reason you are at the Beach...to get wet. Like going to a ski lodge to ski and is starts to snow so you run inside to get away from the snow. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@petersteinmeijer519]

The North Pole ?

[@ramonschliszka6332]

I hear “gouvernement benefits” a lot. This is a dangerous notion. The gouvernement does not have any money of its own. All funds directed to any kind of social benefits come from Dutch tax payers. The tax payer system is a fragile system. Once we start forgetting how social benefits actually are paid for, it will collapse.

[@williamgeardener2509]

The Dutch tax system won't collapse because there's no "opt out" possibility. As soon as you start earning money, the government takes it share. You'll pay taxes on every sort of income. Got a heritage? Taxes are owed. Won a lottery? Taxes are owed. Sold your house? Taxes are owed. And the best part is that the government already has cashed in, before you even get to see your money yourself. The Dutch government won't let you forget how social benefits, our state pension and all the other benefits we have, are paid for.

[@semvandevelde5156]

no because alot of Dutch government budget comes from exports, around 80-90% of GDP, as opposed to the 10-40% seen in other countries, so it is much less reliant on taxpayer money.

[@xFD2x]

@@semvandevelde5156 I doubt this is true. Do you want to explain to me how the government gets lots of money from exports ?

[@Wielie0305]

@@xFD2xHaven van Rotterdam…

[@xFD2x]

@@Wielie0305 Maar wat levert dan "80-90% van GDP" voor de staat op ? Het is gewoon niet waar. Er bestaan importheffingen, maar geen export heffingen.

[@kocek9088]

If getting apartment in Netherlands is expensive compared to salary, check Czechia for salary and prices compared to salary :D then u will notice that Czechia is slavery nation

[@Nr1from1978]

Thanks for promoting my country. However due to massive refugee immigrants as well as generations of misbehaving immigrants, most Dutch people have had about enough of foreigners. Not to mention the shortage of housing. Of course most of these things are caused by our lame government.

[@erikthehalfabee6234]

Interesting comment to leave under a video that has the aim to inform foreigners that want to move to the Netherlands. Perhaps you have a preference for a certain type of immigrants?

[@Nr1from1978]

@@erikthehalfabee6234 I have no preference and I don't care. Just a little hint that the Dutch might not be so welcoming anymore as they used to be. Especially towards illegal immigrants.

[@erikthehalfabee6234]

@@Nr1from1978 aren't you a exaggerating a problem? There are less than 50,000 asylum seekers per year (not illegal), and additionally no more than 50,000 undocumented people.

[@Nr1from1978]

If I was exaterating, the right liberal party of Geert Wilders would not have been 2nd largest last time we had national elections.

[@halfbakedproductions7887]

I once saw a very interesting video. It was a very deprived and rather decrepit social housing project where the Dutch people were complaining about having migrants 'dumped on' them and being paid for a better lifestyle than the Dutch locals were getting. It was brewing tensions, words were shared, even flashes of violence and racist crime. You could have seen very similar scenes in the UK as well. Perhaps even really bad parts of France.

[@tymciach5003]

Cons Muslims

[@wadhahraweh1543]

Ignorant

[@pedroRodriguesMD]

If I am moving to another country, like to the Netherlands, because I cant get a job in my own country? Why the hell these videos keep talking about the school system? Its desperation, for a job and a ceiling, alone, like most of us. Kids? Family? That went down the drain with the cancer that politicians and a big part of feminists done to the world.

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