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Filing tax returns if you are an asylum seeker
3 steps
Most people in the Netherlands have to file annual tax returns. You report your income and expenses to the tax authorities, so they can calculate what you have to pay or get back. This step-by-step plan tells you how this works and what information you need.
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Living allowance and food money for when you have sought asylum in the Netherlands
If you are still waiting for a decision on your asylum procedure and living in an AZC reception centre, you get money from the Dutch government every week for food and living. You get this money every week from employees at your reception centre.
Apply for a DigiD to log in to Dutch government websites
In the Netherlands, you arrange many personal matters online. For example, with the Dutch government. Or for your health insurance or pension. For this you need DigiD. This article explains what DigiD is and how to apply for it.
What you need to know about internet or telephone scams
Scams via email, WhatsApp, phone and text message are becoming more common. Criminals try to trick you with fake messages so that you transfer money or provide important personal information. Read here what you can do to avoid becoming a victim of scams.
You are not entitled to a pension in the Netherlands during your asylum procedure
Are you an asylum seeker and will soon turn 67? Or are you already 67 or older? Then you are at the age where people in the Netherlands get a pension. But because you have just arrived in the Netherlands, you are not entitled to a pension. You do get living allowance.
All about DigiD
Here, Steffie explains what DigiD is, how to apply for DigiD and how to use it.
Here is how to find free or affordable legal support in the Netherlands
In the Netherlands, there are several ways to get free or low-cost legal help. For example, you may have questions about your asylum procedure or need help if you have problems at work or with your home. Read here where you can go for legal help.
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