These guides have been designed to support all international contractors and posted workers joining projects in the Netherlands, whether arriving from within the EU or from outside it.
It is meant to help foreign nationals and contractors working on these sites understand the key practical steps and compliance requirements for living and working in the Netherlands. The guide offers a structured overview of what must be arranged before arrival, during your assignment, and after departure to ensure full compliance. Getting these things right protects you, supports smooth site access, and helps avoid unnecessary fines or disruptions during your stay.
What’s Inside?
- A checklist for both short‑stay (3-4 months) and long‑stay (over 4 months) workers.
- Instructions on BSN registration, DigiD, health insurance, and other mandatory administrative processes.
- Rules for foreign vehicles, driving licences, and insurance when bringing or operating a vehicle in the Netherlands.
- Breakdown of tax responsibilities, including payroll tax, 183‑day rule, and documentation such as A1/WASP certificates.
- What is needed from non-Dutch workers for Bouwpas
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