COUNTRY INFO

 
Working abroad is hot!
Would you like to work in the jungle of West Africa or would you rather have an office job in Shanghai? Working abroad is hot! More than 130,000 families will be leaving just from the Netherlands alone. The opportunities and possibilities are endless.

The advantages of working abroad
The adventure, the weather, no traffic queues, space, the innovation, less strict rules and legislation, investment costs and low cost of living... There are plenty of benefits. Ensure you are well prepared and find information about the country of your choice. Research the validity of your diplomas and exchange experiences with people who already live there. Click to continue and obtain more information about the country of your choice.

Country file
Which language do they speak in Dubai? How hot does it actually get in India? Do they have siestas in South Africa? They are all relevant questions when you are about to work in another country or if you are still in the information phase. LEX already knows the answers to these questions as well as others.

Click on the country of your choice for more information
If you cannot find the answer to your question, please contact us and we will ensure we will find it.

Moving abroad
Congratulations! You have taken the step to live and work abroad. What are all the issues you should be aware of when moving to another country? You will find a checklist here so that you can be sure that you are well prepared to start your life as an expat:
 

• Ensure that your diplomas are validated in the relevant country (www.nuffic.nl).
• Make certified copies of your most important documents such as your passport, birth certificate and diplomas at your local municipality.
• Make the appropriate arrangements to obtain a work and/or residence permit for yourself and, if applicable, your partner (and children).
• Make an appointment with the Municipal Health Service (GGD) for vaccinations and inoculations.
• Ensure your family or friends can take over your financial affairs in the Netherlands.
• Already check out where your children can go to school.
• Get LEX involved to find a job for your partner.
• Find accommodation in your country of destination.
• Cancel running subscriptions/connections (telephone, magazines, newspapers, etc.).
• Sell or rent your current accommodation.
• Have yourself deregistered from the population register.
• Send change of address notifications.
• Contact international removal companies.
• Find out how best to transport your pet(s).