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Healthcare in the Netherlands: Guides for Expats

How Dutch healthcare works for newcomers: mandatory health insurance and what it costs, the deductible, registering with a GP, referrals to specialists and what to do when you need care out of hours.

Health Insurance in the Netherlands in 2026: A Complete Guide for Expats

Health Insurance in the Netherlands in 2026: A Complete Guide for Expats

Dutch health insurance explained: who must take it out, what it costs in 2026, what the basic package covers, the deductible, choosing a policy, healthcare allowance, switching insurer and what changes in 2027.

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GPs in the Netherlands: A Practical Guide for Newcomers

GPs in the Netherlands: A Practical Guide for Newcomers

How Dutch GPs work, how to register when practices are full, appointments and referrals, why paracetamol and cautious antibiotic use are common, prescriptions, costs and what to do in an emergency.

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