Are you planning to relocate to Australia or New Zealand? Then you must take into account strict conditions regarding immigration. The countries have recently announced that they will further tighten these conditions.
International moving is a period of changes. Therefore, many people experience an international move as a very stressful moment. At De Haan we believe that we not only move household goods, but – more important - move people.
You may be considering living in a country other than the Netherlands. What would be the best countries to emigrate to? We did the research for you. In this blog, you will read about topics related to the best countries to emigrate to.
Curious about which holidays in Spain you will experience when you are on holiday there or when you emigrate to this country? Then view our overview: Spain holidays 2024
This is the complete list of all Dutch Holidays in 2024. From Easter to Christmas: this is an overview of all national holidays this year.
Are you considering living in Spain but wondering where to live in Spain? Then you'll definitely want to read this blog that highlights the most beautiful places.
Are you looking for an alternative to living in the Netherlands? And are you considering living in the German regions bordering the Netherlands as an alternative, the German border region? In this blog, you will find information about living in the border region with Germany and what to consider.
Are you considering moving to the United States for work, specifically to New York? Here's what you need to know about working in New York. You can read about it in this blog post. We hope that our information about working in New York helps you find answers in your search.
Thinking about emigrating to Spain? What are the pros and cons of emigrating to Spain? You are in the process of orienting yourself, weighing the options. To make it easier for you, in this blog, we list the pros and cons of emigrating to Spain in a clear overview for you. De Haan is happy to assist with your household moves after your consideration of whether or not to move to Spain.
Are you thinking about living in Dubai? Wondering what life in Dubai entails? Then you'll want to read this blog. In this post, we highlight some points about living in Dubai and ehat to expect to help you with your orientation.
Are you increasingly dreaming of a life in France? Then you definitely want to read our blog. We provide you with an inspiring example of what life in France can look like.
France remains a favorite vacation destination among the Dutch. Are you increasingly considering the idea of living in France (permanently)? In that case, you might want to read this blog about what’s involved in living in France
You want to know how to best arrange a visa for Australia? We're happy to provide you with more information on obtaining an Australian visa in this blog.
Southern European Spain has been a favorite holiday destination among the Dutch for many years. Perhaps you are playing with the thought in your mind: do I perhaps want to live (permanently) in Spain? Then you definitely want to read this blog.
Where should you go when you are going to emigrate to Australia, Canada or the United States? We tell you in our blog.
Watch the sun set in the Algarve or enjoy the bustling city of Lisbon. Have you been dreaming of living in Portugal for years? Then you definitely want to read this blog. We give you an example of what living in Portugal can look like for you.
The word is out: the Dutch rank #1 in English skills and that’s no surprise to us. Do you want to know how – and why – Dutchies can speak exquisite English? Scroll down for the results of the survey and our explanation.
As a moving company, we see that working from home requires everyone to adapt. At the start of this new year, therefore, seven considerations surrounding the home workplace. We are happy to share them for you.
From January 1, 2021, the new rules between the EU and the United Kingdom apply. This includes other customs regulations for the movement of goods. What do you need to know if you are going to relocate to the UNited Kingdom after Brexit? We have listed it conveniently for you.
Britain’s exit from the EU (widely referred to as ‘Brexit’) is quickly approaching yet another important milestone on December 31 2020 when the transition period ends. How will your relocation be affected by Brexit?
The Netherlands has made it into the Lonely Planet top 10 of must see countries in 2020 for tourists. We hope you feel inspired to visit the Netherlands!
Coming to The Netherlands? And looking for a home to rent? We would like to offer helpful advice to overcome any hurdles that might come your way during a home search in The Netherlands.
The Netherlands is one of the finest places to live and work. The Netherlands is on place five on the list of most beloved countries for expats, which establishes investment bank HSBC annually. Family, money and society make happy. The list also looks at economic possibilities and whether life is also a bit of fun.
The Dutch government has worked out a number of legislative changes that affect (new) expats in the Netherlands. For example, the rates for various fees at the IND have been substantially reduced and a proposal has been worked out to reduce the term of the 30%-ruling to 5 years.
Communicating with those outside your home culture is difficult due to all sorts of cultural and linguistic differences. It's difficult but not impossible. That is why we've summed up four must-read books about crosscultural communication for expats.
Switzerland is one of the world’s best expat countries. But with this prestige comes a stressful procedure and numerous considerable too which are mentioned in this article. If you are not following the right procedure, then you might be in some hectic problems.
Many returning expats have to deal with a reverse culture shock when they return home. This kind of culture shock can be really difficult and can make it hard to settle back into your old life. Maintaining a connection with your host country can be helpful.
Bent u van plan om binnenkort te verhuizen naar het buitenland? En heeft u geen idee waar u moet beginnen? Loopt u met veel onbeantwoorde vragen rond over emigreren? Dan hebben wij een tip voor u, namelijk het boek ‘Emigreren kun je leren’. In dit boek komen veel van deze zaken aan bod.
Being a single, female expat can be hard at times. After all the exciting of moving abroad wears off the feeling of being all alone can be quite overwhelming at times. We have gathered some tips to help you with this feeling and make you feel less alone.
When you are moving or have moved abroad it is important to ensure all aspects of your new life, especially your health. That is why we have gathered these tips for choosing medical insurance to help expats find the best expat health insurance policy for their situation to ensure they have proper healthcare when living abroad.
Planning on moving abroad with your family and looking for a family-friendly country to move to? We have made a list of family-friendly countries around the world, based on survey by InterNations about living and working abroad.
Moving internationally is a lot of work and can be quite stressful. Due to this forgetting certain, helpful things can be really easy. That is why we've made a list of things people often forget while moving to help you not forget those things, before it is too late.
Depression is a common problem with expats and is nothing to be ashamed of. Unfortunately some expats can't get the help they need abroad. Learn how to cope with expat depression with these seven tips.
International relocations to a new, unknown country can be a great adventure, but it is not always safe. Are you moving and are you curious about the safest countries for expats? Then read on.
When moving to Spain a lot of preperation needs to be done. But before you can arrange everything, you have to start from the beginning. How much does it cost exactly to move your household belongings to Spain?
Omgaan met een cultuurshock: Wat is het, hoe herkent u een cultuurshock en de verschillende cultuurshock fases.
Recently, the customs authorities decided to change the regulations for clearance of household goods arriving in the European Union. What do you need to know?
Are you an expat in the Netherlands and you need some help with filing your (partially worldwide) income tax? In this article you can read more about this and find out if you are eligible for exemptions or rebates.
When you move and live abroad you face new challenges and experiences everday. Every one of them will change you forever because when you move away you grow up in unexpected ways.
Are you considering the costs of international moving? What factors actually determine these costs? And which company best suits your budget? In this blog, you'll find all the information you need because smart management of your relocation budget is crucial.
Are you considering taking the leap and living and working abroad? Then this article with best tips is definitely for you! At De Haan Relocation, we understand the excitement and challenges that come it. After all, we experience it every day.
What can you do yourself to move sustainably? Read about it in this blog with 5 tips on sustainable moving.
Using high-quality moving materials that protects your valuable household goods are an important part of a stress-free move. De Haan's moving boxes have been chosen deliberately. Read about our choice in this blog.
A senior move is not just a simple task: the emotional aspect carries significant weight. In this article, you will read about what to consider in senior relocations.
Do you know which goods are not insured or even prohibited to move? Check which these are! When in doubt, always contact your move coordinator or us. We are happy to inform you.
From January 1, 2021, the new rules between the EU and the United Kingdom apply. This includes other customs regulations for the movement of goods. What do you need to know if you are going to relocate to the UNited Kingdom after Brexit? We have listed it conveniently for you.
The appraisal and consultation visit by our surveyor is the first step in the moving process. The purpose of this visit is to provide information about the moving process, discuss your wishes, and make inventory of the items to be moved, including those that require extra care. How does this pre-move work?
It's finally there. You take the step to move to the Netherlands or within the Netherlands. We have listed five important insurance policies below that you should not forget.
You only know how much clutter you have in your home when you move. Stuff that you often don't even know you have. And yet you move everything with you every time. We even come to people whose boxes we just took unpacked from last time.
Moving and cleaning go hand in hand. Because how do you avoid moving too much? Stuff that you no longer use or that don't fit in your new home? Use these tips and you will save effort, time and money!
You are going to move within the Netherlands or other parts of Europe? And you are wondering how to pack your valuable items in the best way? Our experienced experts share their knowledge in this free e-book with 40 packing tips. To make your move easier and minimize the chances on damage.
Modern export packing and transportation methods provide an excellent level of protection for all furniture and personal effects. OMNI companies have highly trained staff and the latest facilities to make every move as smooth as possible. But no move is without risk.
Are you planning to move (back) to the Netherlands soon and do you want to take your car or motor with you as part of your moving inventory? Do you dread the high taxes that come with importing a car, such as BPM, VAT and import duties? However, it is possible to avoid these high charges.
Here you can find the ultimate move checklist to make sure you do not forget anything. Read how you can prepare yourself for your move in the best possible way with our checklist. We've made this list based on the knowledge and experiences of our customers and move specialists.
We have gathered information from our clients and our team of experts. From these insights, we have listed the most important and useful tips and recommendations for you.
Do you own a pet and are you moving? Does this make you anxious? A move isn't just stressful for you and all people involved, but definitely for your pet as well. Read how you can minimize stress on the animal during the move.
Relocating is a challenging ordeal, especially for your children. It is important to pay attention to this during the preparations. We have collected helpful tips from experts for you and ranked them by the child's age. Because we go that extra mile in offering our clients the best service.