Plenty of employment opportunities

The Hague offers a wide range of opportunities for expats who want to find work in the Netherlands. The international companies and organizations especially, offers many job opportunities to expats.

• Headquarters: Many international companies like Shell, KPN en Aegon have their headquarters located in The Hague.
• International organisations: The Hague is home to several institutions of the United Nations, including the International Criminal Court and the International Court of Justice.
• Embassies: There are lots of embassies in The Hague, attracting diplomats from various countries for work.
• Politics: Due to the presence of different institutions, such as the Dutch House of Representatives and the Senate, The Hague is considered the 'political capital of the Netherlands'.

As there are many international companies and organizations in The Hague, it brings along an international network and various career opportunities for expats.

International Communities

There are several international communities in The Hague that helps expats feel at home in a city that might be unfamiliar to them.

• The Hague International Centre: Helps international newcomers navigate living, working and studying in The Hague. This is part of the municipality of The Hague.
• International Business Club The Hague: Members may attend various events focussed on networking and business developments.
• Rotary Club The Hague: An international organisation with over 1.2 million members. In addition to social gatherings for food and drinks, Rotary actively works on addressing global issues.
• International School The Hague: Thanks to international schools, The Hague is also an attractive options for families moving to the Netherlands.
• International Women's Contact: The IWC is a non-profit organisation that organizes activities for female internationals to participate in.

Additionally, The Hague is a multicultural city with many international influences. As an expat, you will quickly feel welcome due to the English-speaking work and living environment. Many companies and organisations in The Hague operate in English.

High quality of life

The quality of life in The Hague is high for various of reasons. Together with Groningen and Utrecht, The Hague is one of the greenest cities in The Netherlands. Due to the proximity to the beach and many beautiful parks and delightful forests in and around the city, The Hague offers a relaxed atmosphere. Compared to Amsterdam, The Hague offers a better balance between urban life and nature, making The Hague a great place for families.

For those who enjoy some cosiness away from the city center, The Hague has a lot to offer as well. Scattered throughout the city, you'll find many charming streets with shops, cafés, restaurants and small-scale supermarkets. Why not explore one of these streets and enjoy!

• Theresiastraat
• Denneweg
• Fahrenheitstraat
• Piet Heinstraat

Great accessibility

• Public transport: The Hague is easily accessible by public transport (OV) and has a well-developed public transportation network within the city. Busses and trams can take you to many different places in the city with ease.
• Biking: Want to get somewhere the Dutch way? You can! The Hague is a very bike friendly city, and with an extensive network of bike paths, you cycle from point A to point B in no time.
• Car: From the A12, you can quickly reach the city center of The Hague.

All in all, with its international character The Hague is a great choice for expats! Are you planning to move to The Hague and still looking for housing?

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