Corporate international relocation services
With over 140 years of expertise in global mobility, we understand the operational, cultural, and personal challenges of moving staff abroad. Our role is to remove those obstacles, allowing employees to adapt quickly and perform at their best.
Why partner with us? Benefits for your organisation and employees
A well-executed international relocation isn’t just about moving belongings; it’s an investment that benefits both your company and its expats alike. By partnering with De Gruijter & Co., you gain access to end-to-end corporate relocation services that empower you to create a tailored relocation plan and track every step of the relocation process with full transparency and control.
Strategic relocation support
- Better Retention and Recruitment: A well-structured relocation package positions your company as an employer of choice for top global talent. It sets the right tone from day one, helping new hires feel valued and more likely to stay long-term.
- Reduced Administrative Burden: We handle the details, freeing your HR department from time-consuming tasks and enabling them to focus on other business functions.
- Financial Foresight: Our expertise prevents delays, legal complications, and costly mistakes, helping you forecast and manage relocation budgets effectively.
Relocating your employees
- Reduced Stress: Relocating is a major life event that can be very stressful for employees and their families. A strategically planned relocation service/plan takes care of the complexities, allowing employees and their families to focus on settling in and excelling in their new roles.
- Faster Integration: From finding a home to understanding the local culture, we ensure your staff feel at home and operational in the shortest time possible.
Visa & Immigration
Our Visa & Immigration services assist your employee in obtaining the necessary visas and work permits. This includes gathering the required documents, submitting applications, and tracking the status of these applications. We handle most of the communication with the employee and provide updates on the progress at regular intervals. Additionally, we ensure that the costs and services remain within the agreed terms. In addition to initial applications, we also manage visa extensions and ensure timely notifications of any changes, helping your organisation stay compliant with Dutch immigration regulations.
Benefits: Reduces HR’s workload and ensures employees can start work legally and on time, with minimal stress.
Settling-in Services
Our Settling-in Services include everything needed to help your employee and their family feel at home in their new environment. This includes:
- BSN number appointment: We assist your employee in obtaining their personal identification number for official matters.
- Registration with local municipalities: Ensure that the immigration status of your employee and their family is in order.
- Opening a bank account: Start your employee’s financial journey in the Netherlands without hassle, including the option to discuss liability and housing-related insurance.
- Registration with a doctor/dentist and healthcare overview: Stay healthy with our guidance in the Dutch healthcare system.
- Arranging utilities: Gas, electricity, water, and internet are arranged for your employee.
- Driving license exchange: We assist your employee in exchanging their driving license if necessary.
- Help with mobile phone subscription, public transport, sports, and cultural clubs: Quickly assimilate into Dutch life.
- Aftercare: We provide support for 2 months after the completion of the services, as we understand that moving takes time.
Benefits: Employees feel comfortable and integrated sooner, increasing focus and performance.
Home Search & Temporary Accommodation
We assist your employees in finding suitable housing that matches their preferences and budget — anywhere in the world. Whether they’re relocating to Europe, Asia, or the Americas, our global network and local expertise ensure a smooth transition. In addition to permanent housing, we also arrange temporary accommodation for the period before move-in. For relocations to the Netherlands, we offer specific insights into rental prices, utilities, and taxes, along with a free cost guide brochure outlining average expected expenses. Send us a message, and we will gladly send it to you.
Contact us today to make your international relocation effortless!
Benefits: Saves time, reduces stress, and enables informed housing decisions.
Pre-assignment Visit
A pre-assignment visit gives your employee the opportunity to explore their new workplace and environment before they move permanently. This includes visits to the workplace, meetings with future colleagues, and exploring the neighbourhood. The goal is for the employee to discover the environment in which they can best thrive and whether this environment with its facilities ensures a pleasant stay, also for any partner and children. See it as a thorough exploration to ensure the right choice is made. During this visit, they explore the region to choose the right neighbourhood with the desired facilities, gain better insight into the housing market, and understand how the commute works.
Benefits: Reduces uncertainty, builds confidence, and supports informed decision-making for both employer and employee.
School Search
We assist your employee in finding suitable schools for their children. This includes providing an overview of public, private and international schools. Arranging visits and supporting the enrolment process.
Tax & Expat Scheme
Our Tax & Expat Scheme services provide expert advice on tax benefits for expats, such as the 30% ruling in the Netherlands. This includes providing information, submitting applications, and offering support with tax returns. The Dutch tax system can be complex, especially for expats who are not familiar with local regulations. Therefore, it is crucial to engage a specialist with experience in expat matters. Here are some key points:
- Expat Scheme: This scheme offers a significant financial advantage for highly skilled employees moving to the Netherlands. Expats can receive up to 30% of their gross salary tax-free, covering relocation costs, school fees for international schools, and other extra expenses. From January 1, 2027, the tax-free percentage will be reduced from 30% to 27%, which means that expats can receive 27% of their gross salary tax-free from that date.
- Tax Obligations: Depending on the expat’s residency status, they may be considered domestic or foreign taxpayers. This determines whether they pay tax on their worldwide income or only on their Dutch income.
- Double Taxation: The Netherlands has many tax treaties to prevent double taxation. A specialist can help navigate these treaties and optimise the expat’s tax position.
- Deductions and Allowances: A specialist can assess which deductions and allowances the expat is eligible for, such as mortgage interest deduction, education costs, medical expenses, and childcare allowances.
Benefits: Maximises employee financial benefits while reducing administrative burdens for HR.
Departure Assistance
When an assignment ends, we manage rental , moving arrangements, utility closures, and support inclosing bank accounts and managing financial matters. We also provide post-departure tax guidance.
Benefits: Ensures a smooth, disruption-free exit for the employee and minimal HR involvement.
We are happy to help relocate your employees.
De Gruijter & Co.
A. van Leeuwenhoekweg 50
2408 AN Alphen aan den Rijn
The Netherlands