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1. Is it hard to get a job in the Netherlands?

Answer. For international graduates, it might be a little difficult to find jobs but not impossible. This is because most of the employers don’t appeal for non-EU citizen’s work permits. However, there are some recruitment agencies and also companies looking for international students in particular. Do a lot of research and planning and you will find great opportunities in big cities like Amsterdam or Rotterdam.

 

2. Are Dutch people friendly to foreigners?

Answer. Yes, Netherlands is considered one of the friendliest countries. The Dutch people never hesitate to have a conversation and always ready to lend a helping hand to tourists. The Dutch culture has a history of being tolerant, diverse, and has a welcoming nature towards foreigners and allows them to live freely.

 

3. Can I work in the Netherlands without speaking Dutch?

Answer. It is not a compulsion to speak in Dutch while working in the Netherlands. English is commonly used in Dutch companies and businesses are mostly dealt with in English. A big city like Amsterdam has a wide range of jobs and is filled with tourists, so most companies have English as their main working language. But if you do speak Dutch, you have an added advantage.

 

4. Is it easy to get a work permit in the Netherlands?

Answer. The request for a work permit is usually done by your employers if you are a non-EU/EEA, or Switzerland citizen. You must have a resident permit for applying for a work permit or for studying in the Netherlands. The employer has

to convince that he/she could not find an EU/EEA citizen suitable for the job. The skilled workers with high salaries may get work permits with less hassle than the others.

 

 

 

5. How can I get PR in the Netherlands?

Answer. For a non-EU/EEA/Switzerland citizen then you are eligible to apply for a permanent residence if you have been living in the Netherlands for 5 consecutive years. You must have a resident permit for a non-temporary purpose of stay. For the application, you need to fill a form on Immigration and Naturalization Service (IND) website and submit along with documents including a valid passport, proof of income, and a civil integration diploma or equivalent.

 

6. Is studying a Ph.D. free in the Netherlands for international students?

Answer. Most Ph.D. programs in the Netherlands do not charge tuition fees as the students are admitted as professional researchers and also might receive some salary. If your Ph.D. is funded by an external employer or scholarship or if you are an external doctoral candidate then you may have to pay some sort of tuition fees for your Ph.D. However, for all Ph.D. students, there is a statutory fee that is required to pay to cover supplementary costs.

 

7. Is it easy to study masters in the Netherlands?

Answer. The master’s program in the Netherlands is around 1 or 2 years and most of the courses are available in English. So, knowing Dutch language is not mandatory for studying in Netherlands. Moreover, with low tuition costs, there

are many scholarship programs for non-EU/EEA students in universities having a global reputation, which makes the overall studying abroad process, a lifetime experience.

 

8. Can I work while studying in the Netherlands?

Answer. Yes, international students who are non-EU/EEA/Switzerland citizens with a residence and work permit can work for around 10 hours per week and for full time during June, July, and August. Also, when you work in the Netherlands you are liable to pay income tax and you must have a Public Healthcare Insurance.

 

9. How many years do you need to complete a PhD in the Netherlands?

Answer. It takes a minimum of 4 years to complete your Ph.D. in the Netherlands. As Ph.D. students are partly considered university employees, so the duration of a Ph.D. may include some administrative responsibilities along with researching and teaching.

 

10. How are the internship opportunities in the Netherlands?

Answer. Communications, finance, advertising, tourism, etc – related internships are largely found in Amsterdam which is considered as a business hub. If you need some IT jobs or trade-related internships then Rotterdam is the best city for you. These cities have more internship opportunities than other cities in the Netherlands. However, it is said that finding an internship in the Netherlands is easy as the companies are always in search of interns and the recruitment process is also smooth. LinkedIn is the easiest option to find internships in the Netherlands.