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Connect with thousands of Pakistanis across Netherlands
Connect with thousands of Pakistanis living across Netherlands. Share experiences, ask questions, and get real-time help.
Daily discussions about housing, jobs, healthcare, education, and everything about living in Netherlands.
Strictly moderated community with clear rules. A respectful space free from spam and inappropriate content.
Please adhere to these rules to maintain a respectful community
Avoid discussions on politics, religion, army and national security to prevent conflicts.
Sharing of social media, YouTube, TikTok links strictly prohibited unless approved by admins.
Avoid abusive or disrespectful language. Create a safe space for everyone to express opinions.
Refrain from sending direct messages, especially to female members, to ensure privacy.
Allowed only for global disasters with admin approval. Personal charity requests not permitted.
Use specific groups for Housing, License, 30% Ruling, Language, and Visa queries.
Things to do after arriving in Netherlands
Get postpaid plan and cellular network setup
Apply for BSN and register at municipality
Open bank account and get debit card
Apply for mandatory health insurance
Register with a personal doctor
Find apartment and arrange utilities
Get OV-Chip card and NS subscription
Complete housing resource for the Pakistani community
A comprehensive guide to Pakistani and halal grocery stores, restaurants, and butchers across Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven. Includes addresses, product ranges, and community favorites for authentic desi ingredients and ready-made meals.
Discover the vibrant Eid celebrations across the Netherlands, from major prayer congregations in Amsterdam's Westermoskee and Rotterdam's Essalam Mosque to community iftar gatherings and festive events. Learn about traditional Pakistani celebrations blended with Dutch hospitality, where to buy Eid clothes and gifts, and how families maintain their cultural traditions while embracing their new home.
Join the vibrant celebrations of Pakistan's Independence Day with flag hoisting ceremonies, cultural performances, traditional food festivals, and community gatherings in major Dutch cities. A showcase of Pakistani patriotism and heritage.
Experience the rich musical heritage of Pakistan through regular qawwali performances, classical music concerts, and cultural events. From intimate gatherings featuring ghazals to grand celebrations of Pakistani arts and poetry.
Meet inspiring Pakistani business owners who have successfully established restaurants, IT companies, retail stores, and consulting firms in the Netherlands. Learn from their journeys, challenges overcome, and valuable insights on starting and growing a business in the Dutch market while maintaining cultural authenticity and serving both Pakistani and local Dutch communities.
Explore flexible work arrangements, freelancing platforms popular in Netherlands, and how Pakistani tech professionals are leveraging their skills in the growing Dutch IT sector while maintaining work-life balance.
Understanding direct communication, punctuality expectations, meeting etiquette, and work-life balance in Dutch corporate culture. A practical guide to help Pakistani professionals integrate successfully in Dutch workplaces.
Experience the Netherlands through the eyes of a Pakistani family - from grocery shopping at Albert Heijn and Turkish markets for halal products, to cycling culture, dealing with Dutch weather, school routines, weekend activities, and finding the perfect balance between maintaining Pakistani traditions while embracing Dutch lifestyle. A comprehensive guide to making the Netherlands feel like home.
