One year in: a checklist and what comes next
A quick audit to make sure nothing important slipped — and where to focus next.
Around the one-year mark, it's worth a quick check that the essentials are truly in place.
Have you…
- Registered, with an active BSN and DigiD?
- Got mandatory health insurance and a huisarts?
- Filed (or planned) your tax return, and checked the 30% ruling if relevant?
- Claimed any allowances you're entitled to?
- Sorted stable housing where you can register?
What's next
With the basics handled, focus shifts to building a life: deeper Dutch, a stronger network, career growth, and the long-term path to roots.
Tip: Put a yearly reminder to review insurance, energy and phone contracts — switching often saves real money.
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