About Expat Fair
Expatica's "i am not a tourist" Expat Fair is the biggest event for internationals living, working, studying or setting up business in the Netherlands. The Expat Fair is about information, orientation and business networking with over 125 exhibitors, more than 3,000 visitors and free presentations and workshops.
Fair location
Beurs van Berlage
Damrak 243
1012 ZJ, Amsterdam
The Netherlands
T: +31(0)20-5304141
Plan your route
Opening hours
Sunday 7 October 2018 10.00-17.00 hr.
Entrance price
FREE via internet.
At the door € 12.50.
Exhibitors and Sponsors
More than 125 exhibitors will be ready at the Expat Fair to answer your questions about Housing, Relocation, Transport, Setting up Home, Finance, Healthcare, Jobs for Expats, Families, Education and Groups& Clubs. You can filter the exhibitors by theme.
Theme "Jobs for Expats"
Next to information about Housing, Finance, Healthcare etc. we have a special theme at this year’s fair: 'Jobs for Expats'. The theme is designed for visitors who are pursuing an international career in the Netherlands. Follow the "Jobs for Expats" signs at the exhibition floor to find the employment stands at the event.
There will be experts ready to answer your career-related questions and exhibitors ready to help with your recruitment queries. Grasp strategic networking moments by the hand and mingle with specialists from major industries. Find everything you need to succeed in the Dutch job market under one roof at the Expat Fair.
Jobs for Expats exhibitors Jobs for Expats Job Board
Programme
The programme of the day includes more than 40 free presentations, entertainment and workshops by specialists, hands-on experts and expats. All arranged about the themes Housing, Transport, Setting up home, Finance, Healthcare, Relocation, Employment, Families, Education and Groups & Clubs.
NOTE: You have to register for the presentations seperately. Before the fair you will receive a personal link to register for the presentations.
A room already fully booked? Do not worry, if people do not show up it is still possible that you can enter the presentation.
Childcare
For families with children, the Expat Fair has a dedicated kids’ area managed by childcare professionals, Hestia Kinderopvang.
Parking
The Beurs van Berlage is best to be reach by public transport, but if you would like to come by care there are a number of large multi-storey car parks in the immediate vicinity of the Beurs van Berlage:
- De Bijenkorf multi-storey; 400 spaces (right next to the Beurs van Berlage) Parkeergarage De Bijenkorf – Q Park *
- P1 Central Station multi-storey; 465 spaces (5-minute walk) Parkeergarage Centraal Station – P1
- Nieuwezijds Kolk multi-storey; 400 spaces (5-minute walk) Parkeergarage Nieuwezijds Kolk
- Oosterdok multi-storey; 250 spaces (10-minute walk) Oosterdok Parking
Unfortunately the Beurs van Berlage does not have special disabled parking spaces. We suggest using the Bijenkorf multi-storey car park located right next to the Beurs van Berlage.
Public transport
Take a train, tram or bus to Amsterdam Centraal Station. Once you arrive at Amsterdam Centraal Station, follow the signs to the ‘Centrum’ exit and walk towards Dam square. The Beurs is on your left about halfway between the station and Dam Square.
Go to 9292ov.nl for the arrival and departure times of public transport.
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed at the Expat Fair, except guide dogs and other assistance dogs.