Should i try find a job in maastricht first or should i go over and try find one there sick of ireland?

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Should i try find a job in maastricht first or should i go over and try find one there sick of ireland?

Answer 1

At the moment the Netherlands has very low unemployment so it could be worth traveling there then finding a job. I'm assuming, as you live in Ireland, that you are an EU citizen and therefore you won't need a work permit. However there is some stuff you need to do before finding a job. Firstly you'll need to register with the local authority. This costs around EUR40.00 for your EU residency card. They will put a sticker in your passport as proof until your card arrives as it can take a couple of months. Next you'll have to register with the tax office (Belastingdienst) and get a SOFI number. Without a SOFI number your employer won't be able to pay you.

There are many temp agencies, specializing in ex-pats,in the Netherlands. Try looking at www.undutchables.nl

Good Luck!!

Answer 2

That depends, do you speak Dutch? In Maastricht you need either Dutch (the local language) or German (as the border is just a few miles away).

Also, Dutch employers are pretty strict about qualifications, so you'd better make sure you have something that's transferable.

To look for a job, google 'uitzendburo', this is the Dutch word for employment agency. While most Dutch speak English reasonably well, not everyone does.

Otherwise, you might just need a change from where you are located currently. Sick of Ireland? If you're in Dublin, well, that's understandable. Try looking in some other part of Ireland.

Answer 3

Funny, I live in Maastricht. I just don;t work there. I dunno... maybe ask a magic 8 ball for help on this one.

Answer 4

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