JOBS IN THE NETHERLANDS WITH ACCOMMODATION AND FREE TRANSPORT
Many people dream of a better job, more favorable conditions and a higher salary. Many of us find such opportunities only abroad. But how do you work up the courage to move to a foreign country where you don’t speak the language? How can you find a job and accommodation? How do you get to work? Eastmen offers jobs in the Netherlands with accommodation and free transport so you don’t have to find an answer to these questions yourself.
ACCOMMODATIONS IN THE NETHERLANDS
The Netherlands is a small but very popular country and therefore quite crowded. Finding a home close to work can be very difficult from several points of view. First of all, you have a lot of competition, there are many people looking for accommodation. Real estate agencies and private individuals who rent their home can decide who they want to rent it to and often, if given a choice, choose families. They have the impression that if they choose a family they have more security, that they are quieter and that they take better care of the home.
Apart from competition, real estate agencies and individuals have many requirements when it comes to price and salary. Often they want a salary 3 times higher than the rent price and a work contract for an indefinite period, plus a guarantee equal to the rent price for two months. These things are almost impossible if you just started working. That’s why at Eastmen we offer jobs in the Netherlands with free accommodation and transport.
FREE TRANSPORT
In the Netherlands, the preferred mode of transport is the bicycle, but if you live a little further from your workplace or if you don’t feel comfortable riding a bicycle, then you can opt to go to work by car. If you don’t come to the Netherlands with your own car, you can rent a car in here, but it is very expensive. Another option is public transport, but many companies are located in an industrial area that is not very accessible by public transport.
Eastmen offers you the possibility to rent a car from us and we give you a petrol card that you can use to fill up your car for free. Our cars are not older than 2 years and offer you the comfort you need to go to work every day. Much more convenient, right?
JOBS IN THE NETHERLANDS WITH ACCOMMODATION AND FREE TRANSPORT - CONCLUSION
Finding housing close to work can be difficult because the Netherlands is small but very crowded and popular with foreigners. There are many people looking for accommodation, and the owners and real estate agencies have plenty to choose from. The rent price and rental requirements are high and families are preferred by them. This may hold some people back from taking the step of working (temporarily) in the Netherlands.
Eastmen offers jobs in the Netherlands with accommodation and free transport to help you take this step smoothly. Your only concern is to go to work and do your job to the best of your ability. Simple, right?
WHAT IS DIGID IN THE NETHERLANDS?
DigiD (digital identification) is a secure login method that allows you to identify yourself online when dealing with government institutions, healthcare, educational institutions or pension funds.
WHEN SHOULD I USE DIGID?
If you want to be able to do certain administrative things online such as income taxes, claim certain benefits or check your pension contribution, you must log in with DigiD. Apart from the tax office (belastingdienst in Dutch), government and municipalities, DigiD is also used by the Dutch provinces, the police, healthcare providers (including pharmacies) and Dutch health insurance companies.
HOW CAN YOU APPLY FOR DIGID?
You can apply for DigiD (for free) even if you are not registered in the Netherlands. You will need:
- a valid passport or ID card from an EEA country (driving license is not accepted)
- your BSN
- a registration in the database for non-residents (RNI)
- a telephone number where you can receive SMS messages
- an email address
Visit this link to apply.
If you are registered in the Netherlands you can apply for DigiD here or in the DigiD app. You will need:
- your BSN
- the address where you are registered in the Netherlands
- a phone number where you can receive SMS messages
- an email address
SERVICE CODE FOR DIGID
If you are not registered in the Netherlands you will receive a service code via SMS and email. With this code you can pick up the DigiD activation code letter from one of the DigiD service offices within 30 days. It is advisable to make an appointment before submitting your application for a DigiD account because it is very busy and an appointment may take longer than the 30 days you have to pick up the activation code.
To pick up the DigiD code you need:
- the service code (which you received via SMS and e-mail)
- passport or identity card of an EEA country (the document used at the request of the DigiD)
- your BSN
You can pick it up in the Netherlands or in one of the countries that have a DigiD service desk.
If you are not able to collect the activation code from one of the DigiD service offices, and you are not yet in the Netherlands, you can request it via video call. You can make an appointment here.
For the appointment you need:
- the service code (which you received by SMS and e-mail)
- passport or ID card of an EEA country (the document used on the DigiD application)
- your BSN
- username and password chosen on the DigiD application
- a registration in the database for non-residents (RNI)
- a laptop with a web camera and microphone or a tablet with a front-facing camera
- a stable internet connection to make the video call
- an up-to-date internet browser such as Microsoft Edge, Firefox or Safari.
If you already live in the Netherlands, you will receive the activation code at home in a maximum of 3 working days.
HOW DO I ACTIVATE DIGID?
After obtaining the activation code, you can activate your DigiD in the DigiD app or on the website. It is important to activate your DigiD as soon as possible because it will expire and you will have to repeat the whole procedure. It is also important to remember the username and password chosen at DigiD’s request.
WHAT DO I DO IF I FORGOT MY USERNAME OR PASSWORD?
If you have forgotten your username, you must apply for a new DigiD because your username is private and cannot be found by anyone, not even customer service representatives. If you have forgotten your DigiD password, you can reset it by e-mail and SMS here or in the application.
DIGID - CONCLUSION
The DigiD is a secure login method that allows you to identify yourself online when dealing with certain courts in the Netherlands. You can request it online for free, even if you are not yet in the Netherlands (if you already have a BSN). After picking up/receiving the activation code, you can use your DigiD immediately.
SERIOUS RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ABROAD
It has become easier to find jobs abroad through recruitment agencies. Many people want to try their luck abroad to earn more money and experience. There are many recruitment agencies who claim to offer you everything, but when you arrive in that country the reality is completely different. That is why it is very important to choose a good recruitment agency.
HOW DO YOU KNOW WHICH RECRUITMENT AGENCY TO CHOOSE?
In the Netherlands, a serious recruitment agency that offers you a stable job and pays you on time has certain certifications issued by external organizations. The agency is audited annually and must meet very good work standards to maintain these certifications. Eastmen is among the few recruitment agencies in the Netherlands that has all the necessary certifications. Because of this, you can be sure that if you choose to work through us, your labour rights will be respected.
10 MORE REASONS TO CHOOSE EASTMEN
- We are the best in our field – we have been active since 2006 and have successfully recruited and placed thousands of people throughout the Netherlands. We offer commission-free jobs abroad.
- We find you a suitable job – our recruiters find you a job according to your skills, so that you are in your element at work and continue to gain experience relevant to your profession.
- You have a personal recruiter – throughout the recruitment process, you have a personal recruiter who is at your disposal for questions related to the workplace. That way you know who to call, and you’re not always talking to another person who doesn’t know your situation.
- Our coordinators pick you up from the airport – when you arrive in the Netherlands, our coordinators will wait for you at the airport and drive you to your new home.
- We help you open a bank account and BSN – Our coordinators help you open a bank account and make an appointment to obtain a BSN (mandatory social security number in the Netherlands).
- We open a health insurance for you – In the Netherlands it is mandatory to have health insurance. Opening a health insurance can be difficult if you don’t speak Dutch. Our Dutch accounting colleagues take care of everything on your behalf.
- We offer you the opportunity to rent a company car with a free petrol card – you can also use the car for private purposes in the Netherlands.
- Assistance during your stay in the Netherlands – during the entire duration of your work contact, you have a team of coordinators at your disposal if you need help with anything.
- We offer you a Dutch employment contract – this contract is also translated into Romanian, Hungarian or English so that you can read your rights and working conditions even if you do not speak Dutch.
- We pay you weekly – in our E-uur portal you can see your worked hours and previous salary slips that you can access at any time and without our help.
CONCLUSION - HOW TO CHOOSE A RECRUITMENT AGENCY ABROAD
If you have never worked in the Netherlands it may seem impossible to find a recruitment agency abroad that you can trust. You can be guided by the certifications held by the respective agency. Taking into account that not many agencies in the Netherlands have all the necessary certifications that prove that they are serious companies, we recommend you to work through us. Above we have listed 10 reasons for you to choose us. In time you will be convinced that I have listed only a few of the many reasons to choose a collaboration with Eastmen. Apply directly on our page with current vacancies!
BSN
If you have decided to work in the Netherlands, you have probably been asked if you have a BSN or maybe you have read or heard about this BSN somewhere. What is BSN and how can you get it?
WHAT IS THE BSN IN THE NETHERLANDS?
BSN (burgerservicenummer) is a personal identification number in the Netherlands. Until 2007 it was called Sofinummer. It is a unique number, which is granted only once in a lifetime and never expires, even if you move to another country or return to your country of origin. If you have worked in the Netherlands before and obtained a Sofinummer it means that you already have a BSN and there is no need to ask for another one, nor is it possible.
HOW CAN I GET A BSN IN THE NETHERLANDS?
To get a BSN in the Netherlands you have to register in the Dutch register of persons (BRP in Dutch) as a resident or in the database for non-residents (RNI registration in Dutch). Getting a BSN is free. Registration in the database for non-residents is done at one of the 19 city halls specifically intended for foreigners who come to work in the Netherlands temporarily. On this website you can find a list of these city halls as well as their address and phone number. Most city halls require an appointment that can be made either by phone or online (usually only if you have DigiD), depending on the chosen city hall.
After you have gone to the appointment and registered in the database for non-residents, you will receive your BSN on an official document. It is advisable to keep this document well.
BSN IN THE NETHERLANDS - DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
To obtain a BSN you need a valid passport or a valid national identity card (if you are an EU citizen). After arriving in the Netherlands, our coordination department will arrange an appointment for you at one of the 19 town halls specifically intended for foreigners coming to work in the Netherlands temporarily and will send you all the details by email.
WHAT DO I DO IF I LOST THE BSN DOCUMENT?
If you have lost your BSN, you can request a document with the BSN on it from the city hall where you registered (for a fee, depending on the city hall). The BSN can also be found in other documents such as those from the tax register (Belastingdienst in Dutch), on payslips or annual salary statements.
BSN IN THE NETHERLANDS - WHY SHOULD YOU GET A BSN
First of all the BSN is necessary to be able to work and get paid. It is also necessary when opening a bank account, if you apply for health insurance, government benefits, to obtain a pension, to go to the doctor or even when you want to get a telephone subscription. This is also required to obtain a DigiD. DigiD is a secure login method that allows you to identify yourself online when dealing with government institutions, healthcare, educational institutions or pension funds. Read more about DigiD here.
CONCLUSION - BSN IN THE NETHERLANDS
The BSN is a unique personal numerical code, absolutely necessary to be able to work in the Netherlands but also for other important things such as opening a bank account or applying for health insurance. It can be obtained from one of the 19 city halls specifically intended for foreigners who come to work in the Netherlands temporarily. You need a valid passport or a valid national identity card (if you are an EU citizen) to get one. The BSN is free and is issued after you have attended the appointment with the city hall. Our coordinators will help you get it. They will make an appointment for you and send you an email with all the necessary information. Simple, right? Don’t wait any longer and apply now for one of our vacancies!