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OFFICIAL PARTNERS of Holland Expat Center South
PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
THE EXPAT CENTER PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM In order to help assist expats upon arrival and during their first months in the Netherlands, a distinctive collaboration has been set up between Holland Expat Center South and private service providers. This Partnership Program redirects expats to reliable service providers in a wide variety of expat-related sectors. These Official Partners offer information on Formalities, Housing, Taxation, Finance & Insurance, Education & Careers, Personal & Social Needs, and Culture & Leisure. More information about the Official Partners of Holland Expat Center South can be found on www.hollandexpatcenter.com/partners/. If you have any questions about the Partnership Program, please send us an email at: info@hollandexpatcenter.com
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HollandExpatCenter.com is the most comprehensive website for expats living and working in the South Netherlands. It contains useful information on Formalities, Taxation, Finance & Insurance, Housing, Education & Careers, Personal & Social Needs, and Culture & Leisure. Subscribe to our newsletter and get up- to-date news about the region! We invite you to connect with us on social media: ● Facebook - Holland Expat Center ● LinkedIn - The Holland Expat Center ● Twitter - @holexpatcenter ● You Tube - HollandExpatCenter Join our events and get important information on expat-related topics. Plus, meet other expats living in the area! Visit our website for more information about our upcoming events. The Expat’s Guide is an essential resource for internationals living in the South Netherlands. It is available in two editons: Brabant and the Maastricht Region. Get a complimentary copy at any Holland Expat Center South location, or read it online via our website!
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Holland Expat Center South +31 (0)40 238 6777 • www.hollandexpatcenter.com
• Eindhoven Location Vestdijk 27a, Eindhoven eindhoven@hollandexpatcenter.com Opening Hours Monday - Friday 09:00-17:00
• Tilburg Location Spoorlaan 181, Tilburg tilburg@hollandexpatcenter.com Opening Hours Monday - Friday 09:00-17:00 (walk-ins) Monday - Friday 08:00-18:00 (telephone & email)
• Maastricht Location Avenue Céramique 50, Maastricht maastricht@hollandexpatcenter.com Opening Hours Monday closed Tuesday-Friday 09:00-17:00(appointment only) Holland Expat Center South is closed on public holidays.
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The Expat Center assists expats with questions about settling into the South Netherlands. International companies are also welcome to contact the Expat Center with any questions.
THE EXPAT CENTER WELCOME DESK The Expat Center Welcome Desk is both virtual and physical. Expats are invited to contact the welcome desk with any questions they may have about settling into the Netherlands by telephone, email or via our website or Facebook page! Expats are also welcome to stop by and ask their question(s) in person! Opening Hours Eindhoven Location: Monday-Friday 09:00 - 17:00 09:00 - 13:00 Volunteer is available to answer questions. The volunteers at our welcome desk speak many different languages!
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The Holland Expat Center South Official Partners in Formalities can assist you with any questions you have regarding the legalities of moving to the Netherlands, or your work situation. Contact them with your questions. 6
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“The Southeast Netherlands is... a quiet place to work and to spend quality time with family.” -- Tulio, Brazil
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LEGAL SERVICES Conducting business abroad means confrontation with legal and cultural differences. Small dissimilarities have huge consequences, create unwanted situations. Boels Zander Advocaten will make you feel at home all over the world. Vestdijk 76, 5611 CE Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)88 304 000 ● maarschalkerweerd@boelszanders.nl ● www.boelszanders.nl De Vreede Advocaten is one of the few law firms that specializes in both Dutch employment law and immigration law. We advise corporate and private clients all over The Netherlands. High Tech Campus, 5656 AE Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)20 675 7312 ● lawyers@devreede-law.nl ● www.devreede-law.nl Maes Staudt Advocaten is specialized in employment and migration law. We advise clients all over the world on national and European migration issues (service provision, intra company transfers, etc.) and guide them through the procedures. Hofstraat 181, 5641 TD Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 290 9955 ● info@maes-staudt.nl ● www.maes-staudt.nl 8
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Pallas Attorneys-at-Law is specialized in international employment law. We are experienced in advising and representing expats and internationally operating companies in a wide range of employment matters. Kingsfordweg 151 (Teleport Towers), 1043 GR Amsterdam ● T +31 (0)20 491 9361 ● alain.camonier@pallas.nl ● www.pallas.nl SliepenbeekVanCoolwijkVanGaalen Lawyers - SCG Advocaten - is specialized in (international) family law, inheritance law, juvenile law and mediation. We advise clients in the Netherlands and all over the world. Parklaan 54, 5613 BH Eindhoven ● +31 (0)88 909 4904 ● cvandervegt@scg-advocaten.nl ● www.scg-advocaten.nl/en
RELOCATION SERVICES At Amundsen International we believe that moving from abroad entails much more than giving advice on housing and showing how to get to the office. We offer the complete package. Antoniuslaan 85a, 5921 KB Venlo ● info@amundsenint.com ● www.amundsenint.com
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Big5 Relocation is a locally based relocation office in Eindhoven. An experienced team always ensures a smooth and efficient transition for the expat. Big5 offers dedicated relocation services in Eindhoven. P.O. Box 91, 5600 VB Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 235 1505 ● sander.veenman@big5relo.com ● www.big5relo.com Expat Help is a one-stop-shop company for international employees and companies moving to the Brabant Area. Our ‘Welcome to local’ approach runs on a project base and not by a set of alocated hours. Prinsensengracht 683, 1017 JT Amsterdam ● T +31 (0)20 661 4670 ● help@expathelp.nl ● www.expathelp.nl P&D Care is an organisation that assists international employees with all relevant matters before, during and after arrival in the Netherlands. Our services are designed to ensure you feel at home as quickly as possible. Willem II Straat 8, 5038 BG Tilburg ● T +31 (0)13 582 1373 ● info@pendcare.com ● www.pendcare.com
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Tulip Expat Services provides a wide range of services and professional advice to those who wish to work and live in the Netherlands in order to help them settle in their new environment. Malakkastraat 88-90, 2585 SR Den Haag ● T + 31 (0)6 53147086 ● info@tulipexpatsservice.com ● www.tulipexpatsservices.com
NOTARY Notariskantoor Broekmans will make sure that all necessary legal documents regarding the purchase and mortgage of your house are carefully drawn up, explained and signed. You just sit back and concentrate on turning your new house into your home! Mahatma Gandhilaan 4, 5653 ML Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 213 6360 ● info@jouwnotaris.nl ● www.jouwnotaris.nl Buying a house, getting married, gifting, or incorporating a company are special occasions in your life. Notaris Houtepen is proud to help you to make the arrangements for these memorable moments. Stratumsedijk 99, 5614 HP Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 787 8878 ● info@notarishoutepen.nl ● www.notarishoutepen.nl 11
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HOUSING
The Official Partners in Housing can assist you in finding suitable housing during your stay. Housing is available in different categories, and for various budgets. There are also hotels that offer long-term stay rooms.
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“Keep an open mind, and embrace the place and its culture. Don’t let any preconceived notions or hearsay form an impression about the city.” -- Sahana, India
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RENTALS Eindhoven2Stay offers over 2.500 affordable high quality residences at the best situated sites for expats and young professionals. We provide the best service. All properties are directly bookable on our website. Stratumsedijk 29a, 5611 NB Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 787 9315 ● info@eindhoven2Stay.com ● ww.eindhoven2stay.com GOETH Vastgoed Housing agency is an Eindhoven based company with years of experience in providing appropriate housing in Eindhoven and surrounding areas. Jan Smitzlaan 4A, 5611 LE Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 213 0223 ● info@goethvastgoed.nl ● www.goethvastgoed.nl HousingXL has a large and high quality of rentals to offer. Based on your demands, you can select from our extensive range of rental houses. Visit our website for an office in your area. Kruisstraat 90A, 5612 CK Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 243 0030 ● info@housingxl.nl ● www.housingxl.nl
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La Bergère Apartments 50 fully-equipped serviced apartments spread across a number of magnificent town houses in the heart of Maastricht. Flexible city apartments for families, expats, and international career professionals. St. Maartenslaan 1, 6221 AV Maastricht ● T +31 (0)43 321 1111 ● info@la-bergereapartments.com ● www.la-bergereapartments.com Pooters Makelaardij is a young dynamic team with experience, knowledge of the market, and expertise in giving professional advice on everything related to buying and selling a home. ● T +31 (0)43 362 7674 ● info@pooters-makelaardij.nl ● www.pooters-makelaardij.nl Rots-Vast Groep is your partner for renting, letting and managing properties for individuals and companies. Whatever your needs and wishes are Rots-Vast Groep will help you find a suitable and enjoyable accommodation! Willemstraat 14, 5611 HD Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 244 0244 ● eindhoven@rotsvast.nl ● www.rotsvast.nl
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Smart City Lofts is a company with over 500 lofts with multiple new projects. High quality lofts for students, young professionals and expats. We complete the entire renting procedure online. Oranjestraat 2A, 5611 JH Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)85 483 6030 ● service@smartcitylofts.nl ● smartcitylofts.nl Furnished or semi-furnished apartments, family houses, detached houses, villas and short stay all inclusive apartments. Stoit Groep offers you a large amount of directly available, high quality properties on our website. Vestdijk 23, 5611 CC Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 214 0660 ● info@stoit.nl ● www.stoit.nl
PURCHASE AB Makelaars provides tailored, independent and professional advice and assistance in buying a home in the Netherlands. You can find our office in the center of Eindhoven; The Knowledge City. Stationsweg 146, 5611 BZ Eindhoven ● T +31 ( 0)40 243 6335 ● eindhoven@abmakelaars.nl ● www.abmakelaars.nl
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Best Intermediair Vastgoed Makelaardij provides the up most variety in rental homes, from apartments till the most luxurious villa. Your needs are linked to our service! Valkenswaardseweg 2, 5595 CB Leende ● T +31 (0)40 206 2651 ● gerrie@birealestate.nl ● www.birealestate.nl Lommers Makelaars real estate agents will help you find your suitable property, ownership as well as rentals. We can provide you with properties in the complete Brabant area. Dorpstraat 141, 5504 HD Veldhoven ● T +31 (0)40 295 4678 ● info@lommersmakelaars.nl ● www.lommersmakelaars.nl With five sworn estate agents and surveyors, Dwars Estate Agency has experts to help you buy or sell a house, give an assessment or offer advice about real estate. Emmasingel 5, 6001 BA, Weert ● T +31 (0)49 553 7599 ● info@dwarsmakelaars.nl ● www.dwarsmakelaars.nl
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Whether you’re renting or buying existing or new build property, we’ll find the ideal solution. Van Santvoort Makelaars also gives excellent advice on financing, contracts and property tax deduction. Edenstraat 1, 5611 JM Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 269 2530 ● info@eindhoven.vansantvoort.nl ● www.vansantvoort.nl
ARCHITECTURAL EXPERT C’est la Vie has been a home improvement and construction consultancy since 2002, and our expertise covers all aspects of existing and newly built homes and commercial buildings. Ekkersrijt 4012, 5692 DA Son en Breugel ● T +31 (0)49 971 2052 ● informatie@bouw-huis.nl ● www.bouw-huis.nl
BUYING AGENT If you are planning on buying a home, it is a good choice to have Hendrix & Huybregts Estate Agents on your side. We will protect your interests! Amalia van Anhaltstraat 4, 5616 BH Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 293 1350 ● info@hendrixhuybregts.nl ● www.thisishugo.nl
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MORTGAGE ADVISOR Are you an expat and interested in buying a house in the Netherlands? An independent adviser can help to get you the best fitting solution! De Hypthotheekshop Eindhoven Aalsterweg 179, 5644 RA Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 292 2222 ● eindhoven1440@hypthotheekshop.nl ● www.hypotheekshop.nl/expat De Hyphotheekshop Veldhoven Dorpstraat 57, 5504 HB, Veldhoven ● T +31 (0)40 223 0900 ● veldhoven1410@hypotheekshop.nl ● www.hypotheekshop.nl/expat
NEW HOUSING PROJECTS Van Wanrooij Projectontwikkeling is developing new housing projects in Eindhoven, Son en Breugel, Someren and Bergeijk. Check their website for more information. ● www.vanwanrooij.nl
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HOTELS Holiday Inn Eindhoven is the luxury fourstar hotel in the centre of Eindhoven, for both business and leisure. Enjoy the luxury, the comfort and the extensive facilities and experience an excellent stay in Eindhoven. Veldm. Montgomerylaan 1, 5612 BA Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 235 8248 ● info@hieindhoven.com ● www.hieindhoven.com The Pullman Eindhoven Cocagne is located in the heart of Eindhoven and has 320 stylish hotel rooms, 18 multifunctional meeting rooms, a beauty salon and the well-known Vestdijk 47 restaurant/bar. Vestdijk 47, 5411 CA Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 232 6190 ● h5374-RE@accor.com ● www.vestdijk47.nl By merging flexible-stay accommodations with luxury facilities, The Student Hotel provides a fun co-living environment in the center of Eindhoven where multicultural expats can live, work, play and connect. Stationsweg 1, 5611 AA Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 231 9792 ● info@studenthotel.com ● www.thestudenthotel.com
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Van der Valk Hotel Eindhoven is a 4-star comfort hotel. The hotel features 269 luxury rooms, 24 meeting rooms, 2 restaurants, a sushi bar & lounge and a sports center. Aalsterweg 322, 5644 RL Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 211 6033 ● info@eindhoven.valk.com ● www.hoteleindhoven.nl
“Try to embrace your new surroundings, explore your city for ‘hidden gems’ and don’t be afraid to ask the locals for advice... people are almost always willing tell you the good things about their city.” -- Yolanda, U.S.A.
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TAXATION, FINANCE & INSURANCE The Official Partners in Taxation, Finance & Insurance have experience with helping internationals, and have offices in the region. Contact them with your questions regarding the 30% tax facility, filing taxes in the Netherlands and in your native country, as well as banking and insurance. 22
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‘The Italian schools where my children went before were a great cultural experience, but to have my children study in English and to be surrounded by all the nationalities that are here in Maastricht, was an incredible opportunity.’ -- Martin Paul, President of Maastricht University
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TAXATION Extensive knowledge and personal attention; that’s what AAme Accountants and International Tax Advisers stands for! AAme provides services and advice in the fields of accounting, administration, payroll and (inter) national tax. Olof Palmestraat 24, 2616 LS Delft ● T +31 (0)15 215 8815 ● info@aame.nl ● www.aame.nl Arvode is your partner regarding the outsourcing of your HR and payroll. Our specialties include expat-international payroll, global services, single point of contact and our payment service. Personal, Knowledge, Flexible. Regulierenring 14, 3981 LB Bunnik ● T +31 (0)30 694 0480 ● info@arvode.com ● www.arvode.com Baat accountants & adviseurs is your local partner in accounting, administration, payroll and taxation in Limburg. We are specialized in tax and social security issues related to crossborder labour. ● T +31 (0)43 205 0401 ● infomaastricht@baat.nl ● www.baat.nl
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Beacon Financial Education, a financial Education Platform for Expats, providing access to a global network of independent financial advisers around the world. ● contact@beaconfinancialeducation.org ● www.beaconfinancialeducation.org Blue Umbrella helps internationals manage their Dutch tax matters. Affordable, conveniently on-line and transparent. Blue Umbrella specializes in tax return, tax compliance and childcare subsidy. Income Tax Filing €125. Weesperstraat 106, 1018 DN Amsterdam ● T +31 (0)20 468 7560 ● info@blueumbrella.nl ● www.blueumbrella.nl Boxx is your specialist in global expat solutions. Compliant, practical advice and solutions in income tax | social security | immigration | payroll | HR Services and international management of these services. We care! ● T +32 (0)11 559 9910 ● info@boxx-expat.eu ● www.boxx-expat.eu
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EXPATAX is a Dutch tax and accounting firm specialized in assisting international workers and companies who work and do business in the Netherlands. With 20 advisors we help expats with tax issues. Vestdijk 23, 5611 CA Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)30 246 8536 ● eindhoven@expatax.nl ● www.expatax.nl EY is your contact when it comes to tax and social security aspects of international mobility. Our global network enables us to answer your questions in a practical way. Prof. Dr. Dorgelolaan 12, 5613 AM Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)88 407 4529 ● evelien.de.jong@nl.ey.com ● www.ey.com Holland Payroll is a recognized sponsor at the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND), which means we are allowed to contract and guide highly skilled migrants and provide them with our payroll solutions. Esp 234, 5633 AC Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)513 845 491 ● info@hollandpayroll.nl ● www.hollandpayroll.nl
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FINANCE & INSURANCE ABN AMRO International Clients Retail Eindhoven A trusted financial partner & specialist for expats: we handle all your financial wishes including tailor-made Expat mortgages. We offer English-speaking professionals, documentation, Internet and mobile banking in English. Vestdijk 18, 5611 CC Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 237 9000 ● appointmentdesk.internationals @nl.abnamro.com ● www.abnamro.nl/expats At CZ you are sure to find healthcare insurance that suits your needs. But CZ offers you more. Our service is much more than just healthcare insurance. Vlaszak 14, 4811 GR Breda Stationsplein 8k, 6221 BS Maastricht Ringbaan west 236, 5038 KE Tilburg ● T +31 (0)46 459 5812 ● kenniscentrumbuitenland@cz.nl ● www.cz.nl
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In order to help expatriates in the Netherlands with their specific questions and needs, Rabobank has set up a specialized expatriate service in Eindhoven: the Rabobank Expat Desk. Emmasingel 4, 5611 AZ Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 293 6000 ● Info.Eindhoven-Veldhoven@rabobank.nl ● www.rabobank.nl/eindhoven-veldhoven The Sociale Verzekeringsbank has departments specialized in social security for cross border workers or students who start living, working, studying or doing business in Belgium (Bureau for Belgian Affairs) or Germany (Bureau for German Affairs). ● T +31 (0)76 548 5000 ● www.svb.nl/bbz (Belgium) ● T +31 (0)24 343 1811 ● www.svb.nl/bdz (Germany)
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“The best advice I can offer expats, especially if they are coming from the U.S or Latin America, is to not underestimate the cultural differences, both at work and at play, and how they impact you on a personal level.� -- Michael Lee, U.S.A.
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EDUCATION & CAREERS
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The Official Partners in Education & Careers can offer you assistance and guidance in furthering your education, volunteering, or finding a job in the Netherlands. They also offer language courses in Dutch, and additional languages. 30
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“Eindhoven is... the technical hub of the Netherlands.” -- Sujatha, India
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As a non-profit student organization, AIESEC aims at placing international academic students in Dutch companies for a period of 3-12 months. Trainees will work fulltime, while AIESEC arranges all the formalities. ● T +31 (0)13 466 2573 ● aiesec@uvt.nl ● www.aiesec.nl Brainport talentBOX is a unique, non-profit, online career platform, which allows you direct access to a dedicated community of tech & IT companies and knowledge institutes in the Brainport Eindhoven Region. ● www.talentbox.nl Expat Spouses Initiative has built a strong community and ecosystem of companies in the region in order to connect the highlyskilled partners of international employees with local job opportunities. ● info@expatspousesinitiative.org ● www.expatspousesinitiative.org
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LANGUAGE SCHOOLS easyNL is a small and professional language institute offering Dutch language training for highly skilled migrants and knowledge workers. EasyNL offers individual training, evening classes, in-house training and e-learning. Roelofspad 10, 5645 JG Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 211 3101 ● info@easynl.nl ● www.easynl.nl Language Institute Regina Coeli is the foremost specialist in intensive and individual language training for the business community, government institutions and private citizens, within and outside the Netherlands. Martinilaan 12, 5262 BR Vught ● T +31 (0)73 684 8790 ● planning@reginacoeli.nl ● www.reginacoeli.nl STE Languages is a leading institute specialised in providing language training courses in The Netherlands. We offer language courses in 20 languages and in different formats. Quality, service, flexibility are key concepts at STE. Aalsterweg 3, 5615 CA Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 245 2860 ● info@STE.nl ● www.STE.nl 33
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Think SMART English offers world class training. Specialising in the English & Dutch language also, offering Employability support. High quality affordable Training/ Education delivered by Native Tutors. Raambrug 28A, 5531 AG Bladel ● T +31 (0)49 776 9065 ● info@thinksmartenglish.nl ● www.thinksmartenglish.com
EDUCATION Nyenrode Business Universiteit was founded by visionary business leaders after World War II. Ever since, we embrace entrepreneurial passion for business. At Nyenrode, you learn, live, lead and love business. Straatweg 25, 3621 BG Breukelen ● T +31 (0)34 629 1211 ● info@nyenrode.nl ● www.nyenrode.nl Zuyd is an ambitious and professional University of Applied Sciences, which cooperates closely with organizations, companies and governments. Our core business is education, research, and training and development. ● T +31 (0)88 989 3000 ● info@zuyd.nl ● international.zuyd.nl
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VOLUNTEER WORK Eindhoven Doet Volunteer work is fun, challenging, educational, and good for your personal development. If volunteer work is something you would like to do, Eindhoven Doet will search with you to find a suitable position! Hoogstraat 1, 5611 JP Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 219 3399 ● service@eindhovendoet.nl ● www.eindhovendoet.nl
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PERSONAL & SOCIAL NEEDS The Official Partners in Personal & Social Needs can offer you assistance in adapting to life in the Netherlands.
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“Tilburg is... a city with great potential.” -- Yolanda, U.S.A.
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CHILD CARE Columbus (Kinderstad International) offers professional Dutch day care and out of school care with an international dimension from the campus of International School Eindhoven (ISE). Oirschotsedijk 14B, 5651 GC Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 249 0238 ● columbus@kinderstadinternational.nl ● www.kinderstadinternational.nl At the Korein Group we offer children the best possible chances for development. Call on us for day care, lunchtime and after school care, host parenting and homework assistance. Kanaaldijk-Zuid 5a, 5613 LE Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 294 8989 ● info@koreingroep.nl ● www.koreingroep.nl
DRIVING SCHOOL Dekker is a professional driving school that specializes in helping and training foreigners to prepare for the Dutch driving and theory exams. We have English-speaking instructors. Stratumsedijk 26, 5611 ND Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 444 4444 ● info@rijschooldekker.nl ● www.rijschooldekker.nl
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HEALTHCARE Chiropractic Center for Back & Neck offers you Highly qualified english speaking Chiropractors. Open 6 days a week and evenings. Free walk-in hours on Fridays. Scan/chiropractic treatment and Ultrasound/Shockwave treatment. Stratumsedijk 18, 5611 ND Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 211 3600 ● info@rugcentrum.nl ● www.rugcentrum.nl Chiropractic Valkenswaard offers Chiropractic care from experienced experts that you can trust. We can make Total Body Scans, Footscans, sEMG, X-ray views etc. We are happy to serve you. Eindhovenseweg 201, 5552 AC Valkenswaard ● T +31 (0)40 201 3553 ● planning@chiropractic.nl ● www.chiropractic.nl The midwives from Midwifery Practice Eindhoven will guide you through your pregnancy, delivery and the first weeks after birth. Working with expats is one of our specialties. Torenallee 20 (Videolab 4.042), 5617 BC Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)6 28069584 ● info@kinderrijkmeerhoven.nl ● www.midwiferypractice-eindhoven.nl 39
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At SGE International, the visitor can expect a global approach with a medical team, which has been trained to understand the needs of people from different international backgrounds. Torenallee 20 (Videolab 4.042), 5617 BC Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 711 6730 ● international@sge.nl ● www.sgeinternational.nl U Center a behavioral health hospital (international mental health care) providing specialized treatment by a multi-disciplinary team of professionals. Julianastraat 23A, 6285 AH Epen ● T +31 (0)34 355 6400 ● comcenter@u-center.nl ● www.u-center.nl/en VidaSense will guide you through the field of psychology with all mental health issues in a discrete and pleasant environment. Raiffeisenstraat 11, 5611 CH Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 266 8580 ● info@vidasense.nl ● www.vidasense.nl
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“Take time to understand your potential challenges for yourself and your family, and surround yourself with a support network, both here in Tilburg and back home.� -- Mala Raman, U.S.A.
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CULTURE & LEISURE
The Official Partners in Culture & Leisure offer different activities that will help you settle into the region, and get to know your new home!
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“... (The Expat Center) has created some nice expats events so that we can meet other expats and locals, not to mention the extra features like the tour in some museums or stadium. For me, these events have helped a lot for connecting with others.� -- Eldon Lesley, Indonesia
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SHOPPING De Bijenkorf is the award-winning premium department store in the Netherlands with a heritage of more than 140 years. It’s known for its grand assortment of products, exceptional display windows and exciting events. Piazza 1, 5611 AE Eindhoven ● T 0800 0818 ● www.deBijenkorf.nl
SPORTS & CULTURE
Bonnefantenmuseum Maastricht
Bonnefantenmuseum Maastricht combines in its exhibitions private and public collections with both old master painting and sculpture as cutting edge contemporary art and is the foremost museum of Limburg. Avenue Ceramique 250, NL-6221 KX Maastricht ● T +31 (0)43 329 0190 ● info@bonnefanten.nl ● www.bonnefanten.nl/en The Eindhoven Library facilitates everyone in Eindhoven in their personal development. We offer a large collection of (e-)books and organize fascinating workshops, lectures and other activities. The entire city benefits! Emmasingel 22, 5611 AZ Eindhoven ● T+31 (0)40 260 4260 ● klantenservice@bibliotheekeindhoven.nl ● www.bibliotheekeindhoven.nl
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Eindhoven Sport marks the start of a day, a season or even a lifetime of sports. In Eindhoven you have numerous sporting opportunities at your fingertips. Check out our website for more information! ● T + 31 (0)40 238 1151 ● sport@eindhoven.nl ● www.eindhovensport.com Lumière is known for it’s high quality selection of movies, inviting atmosphere, and international orientation. The ideal place for tasty lunches, and dinners surrounded by the beautifully refurbished industrial interior. Bassin 88, 6211 AK Maastricht ● T +31 (0)43 321 4080 ● www.lumiere.nl Muziekgebouw Frits Philips Eindhoven is a contemporary music hall with international allure. An acoustic top-location that is extremely popular among world-famous orchestras and soloists in the heart of Eindhoven. Heuvel 140, 5611 DK Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 244 2020 ● tickets@MuziekgebouwEindhoven.nl ● www.muziekgebouweindhoven.nl
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Parktheater Eindhoven offers over 450 performances per season. Including: Music, dance, opera, comedy, acrobatics and other shows without language. Plus, whenever possible Dutch plays with English support text. Theaterpad 1, 5615 EN Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)40 211 1122 ● www.parktheater.nl/internationals/ The South Netherlands Philharmonic is a worthy and flexible symphony orchestra that has been lauded for its quality, its tight ensemble play and the radiant enthusiasm of its musicians. Postbus 230, 5600 AE Eindhoven ● T +31 (0)88 1660 700 ● info@philharmoniezuidnederland.nl ● www.philharmoniezuidnederland.nl As one of the leading theatres in the Netherlands, Theater aan het Vrijthof is Maastricht’s cultural hub to stimulate cultural debate by presenting (inter)national companies from all genres. Vrijthof 47, 6211 LE Maastricht ● T +31 (0)43 350 5544 ● info@theateraanhetvrijthof.nl ● www.tahv.nl/languagenoproblem
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The Van Abbemuseum in Eindhoven is one of the first public museums for contemporary art to be established in Europe. Besides its art’s role in society, the museum contains space for hiring, like the auditorium and studio. Bilderdijklaan 10, 5611 NH Eindhoven ● T +31(0)40 238 1042 ● www.vanabbemuseum.nl Van Gogh Brabant Five Brabant communities retain traces of Van Gogh. He was born and raised here, and produced his first masterpiece ‘The Potato Eaters’ here. Welcome to Van Gogh’s homeland! ● info@vangoghbrabant.com ● www.vangoghbrabant.com VVV Eindhoven Tourist Information Office Your visit to Eindhoven starts at the VVV (Tourist Information Office), the address for all tourist information about Eindhoven and its surroundings. Concert tickets, various gift vouchers and souvenirs are also available at VVV Eindhoven. Stationsplein 17, 5611 AC Eindhoven ● T 0900 1122 363 ● www.vvveindhoven.nl
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VVV Veldhoven Tourist Information Office The VVV specializes in regional information and is able to help you plan a day trip, a group-activity or to find a cycling route. Please drop by! Meiveld 2, 5501 KA Veldhoven ● T +31 (0)40 253 2901 ● info@vvv-veldhoven.nl ● www.vvv-veldhoven.nl
MEDIA PARTNERS Stichting Brabant Onderneemt is an enterprising, independent business network with ambition and a no-nonsense attitude. We actively create connections between government, education and entrepreneurs (in Brabant). ● www.brabantonderneemt.nl DutchNews.nl keeps you up to date with the latest Dutch news - in English - online, by mobile or email newsletter. From politics to personalities, from football to Philips. ● www.dutchnews.nl Eindhoven News Your local daily news in English! At the online news site you can find daily news in English of what is happening in Eindhoven and surroundings. ● www.eindhovennews.nl
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XPat Media is the organization behind publications geared towards expatriates. ● www.xpatmedia.nl
“Try to remember that you are a guest in the Netherlands. Be respectful and kind and the Dutch will return this to you as well. Everyone has been so very kind to me!” -- Lisa Jochim, U.S.A.
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MEET THE OFFICIAL PARTNERS OF HOLLAND EXPAT CENTER SOUTH AT OUR EVENTS!
“Breda is… a hidden multicultural international city that does have a lot of expats.” -- Rosalind, Britain
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THE EXPAT CENTER EVENTS The Expat Center organizes events throughout the year, including: • Meet & Greets • Expat Workshop Evenings Check our website www.hollandexpatcenter.com/events for more information!
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Holland Expat Center South T +31 (0)40 238 6777 info@hollandexpatcenter.com
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