Healthcare Guides

Moving from the US to the Netherlands? American health insurance doesn't work here. Learn what Dutch health insurance costs, how to enroll, and what the DAFT visa means for your coverage.

Moving from Brazil to the Netherlands? Your SUS coverage and plano de saúde don't follow you here. Learn exactly what Dutch health insurance costs, how to enroll, and what's different from the Brazilian system.

Moving from the UK to the Netherlands? The NHS doesn't follow you abroad. Learn how Dutch health insurance works, what it costs, how Brexit affects your coverage, and how to enroll as a British expat.

Moving from China to the Netherlands? Your Chinese health insurance doesn't work here. Learn what Dutch health insurance costs, how to enroll as a kennismigrant, and what to do about TCM coverage.

Moving from France to the Netherlands? Your Carte Vitale and Assurance Maladie don't work here. Learn how Dutch health insurance works, what it costs, and how to transition from the French system.

Moving from Germany to the Netherlands? Here's everything you need to know about switching from Krankenkasse to Dutch zorgverzekering — timelines, costs, and how the two systems compare.

Moving to the Netherlands from India? Whether you're a knowledge migrant, student, or family reunification visa holder, here's your complete guide to Dutch health insurance obligations, costs, and the 30% ruling.

Moving from Italy to the Netherlands? Find out how Dutch zorgverzekering compares to the Italian SSN, when you must enroll, what it costs, and how to navigate the transition without costly mistakes.

Moving from Japan to the Netherlands? Your Japanese health insurance card isn't valid here. Learn what Dutch health insurance costs, how enrollment works, and key differences from Kokumin Kenko Hoken and Kenpo.

Coming from Poland to the Netherlands? Learn when you need Dutch health insurance, how EU coverage rules apply, what A1 forms mean for posted workers, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Moving from South Africa to the Netherlands? Your Discovery, Momentum, or Bonitas medical aid doesn't work here. Learn how Dutch health insurance compares, what it costs in rand, and how to enroll.

Moving from Spain to the Netherlands? Learn how the Dutch zorgverzekering compares to the Spanish SNS, when you must enroll, what it costs, and how to avoid the most common mistakes Spanish expats make.