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Expats in the Netherlands

Looking for a WhatsApp group for Indians and expats in the Netherlands? Expats in the Netherlands is the country’s own group: a free, moderated group chat in the Namaste app.

What the group is for

Everyone in the Netherlands in one room. Ask about life here: registering at the municipality, residence permits, schools, jobs, festivals and where to find Indian groceries.

Who can join

For members whose country is the Netherlands

New members are asked
“Which town are you in, and how long have you been in the Netherlands?”

Your answer is your first message, under the name you choose.

House rules

Be kind and keep it about life in the Netherlands. No selling, recruiting, paid services or referral fees. Phone numbers and links wait for a moderator. Shared experience, not legal or tax advice.

Questions

Is there a WhatsApp group for Indians in the Netherlands?

There is no invite link to hunt for. Expats in the Netherlands is the country's group on Namaste Community: a free, moderated group chat for Indians and expats living in the Netherlands, 49 members. Join it in the app or on this website — your phone number is never shown to other members.

How do I join Expats in the Netherlands?

Create a free Namaste account (Google, Apple or email) and set your town. Members whose country is the Netherlands are added to the country's group on their own; read and post in the Namaste app, or in the web room.

Who can join?

For members whose country is the Netherlands. Living somewhere else? Your own country has its group too, and the worldwide groups are open to everyone.

Why not just a WhatsApp group?

Invite links get forwarded far beyond the people they were meant for, and every member sees your phone number. This group is moderated by the Namaste team, new members’ first messages and any links or contact details are checked, and your phone number is never shown to other members.

Read and post in the Namaste app — Expats in the Netherlands is there, with the rest of the community. Members can also open the room on this website.

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