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Editor's guide to Banking in the Netherlands

Banking

20/03/2012Editor's guide to Banking in the Netherlands

A brief introduction to the Banking section for the Netherlands.

When you arrive in the Netherlands, you'll need to open a Dutch bank account. The paperwork associated with banking outside of your home country can be a hassle at first, but it often eliminates the fees associated with withdrawing cash from back home. Overseas savings accounts also give you quick access to cash and a face-to-face relationship with local financial advisers who can help you with international mortgages and other loans. Different countries have different rules on foreigners' accounts, so check out the articles on our Banking section to learn more on banking in the Netherlands.

Choosing a bank in the Netherlands
Before you open an bank account in the Netherlands, make sure that you know who owns the bank, its credit worthiness and which jurisdiction it falls under. As one of our experts advises, “In light of recent turbulence in the banking sector, you need to know if your bank deposits are protected by any government scheme. Each jurisdiction has a different position on this, and offshore accounts in particular should be checked.” And, as our article ‘Depositors, beware!’ points out, be sure to diversify your assets.

Keeping up-to-date
Expatica’s banking section keeps you up-to-date with news from the financial world. Articles cover everything from the local and worldwide economic climate to mergers and acquisitions in the banking sector to the benefits of Islamic banking.

Ask the expert
Expert articles include the most cost-effective ways of transferring money abroad and choosing a bank which suits your specific needs as an expat. You can find expert tips in articles like "Expert tips: How to invest your money wisely" and "Expert tips: How to get a decent return on your savings". Make use of our Ask the Expert section to pose your questions on your local banking system to experts in the Netherlands .