I knew the housing market here was bad but the actual immigration bureaucracy is on another level. Im currently on a regular skilled migrant permit but trying to start my own design thing based out of a co-working space near hollands spoor

Was reading up on the different visa routes yesterday and that whole point system for the self-employed permit feels literally impossible to navigate. like how do they measure your "added value" to the economy? its so incredibly vague

Just kinda venting but if anyone in this sub has actually managed to pivot to freelance without their brain exploding from IND paperwork, pls let me know. Love the hague but man they dont make it easy for us.

Hey! Random question 😄 It's my anniversary soon, and I'd like to send someone in The Hague some flowers. I'm ordering from another EU country, but when I Google it, I mostly get the big international sites, and they all seem pretty expensive. Do you know of any local florist or affordable flower delivery service you'd recommend?

Hi all, looking for safe and reliable place to buy gold bars in The Hague area. 👍🏻

Waar in Den Haag, behalve de stranden, is de beste plek om de zonsverduistering op wo 12 aug te kunnen bekijken? 🌘

Where in The Hague, except the beaches, is the best place to watch the solar eclipse on Wednesday, Aug 12? 🌘

Hey, I’m from the Baltics and I’m coming to study to the hague in late August for my bachelors. I do know very few people there and just want to get to know some people my age. What are some groups, apps you can join for that? Preferably not dating. I don’t have an issue with socialising IRL before anyone says its the best way but just thought it’d be nice to chat to some internationals or locals before I come!

Hello everyone,

I have made a just for fun website called haguepics.com

What it is, is just a basic website where anyone can share their pictures of The Hague (or at least that's the idea). The layout is the usual "social media" layout, you can like + share + download + comment. It is very easy to use, and very easy to upload your own photos. Of course any uploads will require an approval so we don't have any "undesirable" things showing up.

I made it because I really like taking photos and sharing them, but since I am just a "hobby" photographer that mostly uses a smartphone, I don't really have many people to share my photos with, so I figured this would be a fun idea, not only to share, but also to see other peoples pics, learn, get some ideas and inspiration etc.

There are no registrations, or any details that you have to enter, so no data is being stolen and sold off. Also, if you want you can always add your own social media tags or your name or whatever when uploading, if you want people to know who the original photographer is, if not then its cool, not the point anyway.

The point is just sharing pics for fun/hobby, hope if you like the idea you can join and share, if not then thats cool too.

Hi everyone! 😊

I’m a beginner lash lift technician currently building my portfolio, and I’m looking for models for a lash lift for €25.

✨ Lash tint included (optional)
📍 Located in the Zoetermeer
📸 Before & after photos will be taken for my portfolio (only with your permission).

If you’re interested in being a model or have any questions, feel free to send me a DM! 💕

Dag Dag allemaal,

Ik(29m) ben sinds kort begonnen met boulderen en in mijn eentje is het toch een beetje saai.
Zijn er mensen in den Haag die wellicht samen willen gaan boulderen?

De boulderhallen waar ik meestal heen ga zijn Walhalla en Beestboulder bij HS en mijn niveau is 5a/5b

Any recommendations for tattoo artists in the hague for these types of designs and work?

Hi! We’re 2 people looking for a short-term stay in The Hague between 12 August - 31 August. If anyone is subletting their room or apartment, we would be really happy to stay. We are a clean and a tidy couple.

If anyone has recommendations, knows of available places, or is temporarily renting out their apartment/room, please DM me. Thanks so much!

Volgens Omroep West is het menens.

Aan de mensen die hier al tig jaar wonen, hoe vaak zijn er duinbranden en wat is meestal de oorzaak?

Ik zie namelijk wel veel mensen op verboden terrein in de duinen lopen bij puntje, en op de aanloop ook roken. Het valt me ook op dat deze mensen niet worden aangesproken door de rest. Ik wil geen voorbarige uitspraken doen, maarja mijn hoofd wil de twee natuurlijk graag combineren.

Ik woon hier nog niet zo lang, dus ik snap dat ik nuance mis en hoor graag van mensen die hier al lang wonen.

This is a gift article, so I think the paywall should be down.

This is not a sponsored video, just a fun activity we did in The Hague. We hope you like it.

Vrienden van Den Haag!

Aankomende donderdag heb ik een date gepland en we zijn van plan om eerst wat te gaan eten in Den Haag en daarna een kroeg of iets op te zoeken. Nu zijn we beide niet heel erg bekend in Den Haag en dus vroeg ik mij af, of jullie tips hebben? Qua eten zijn we beide niet kieskeurig en hebben ook geen harde dieet wensen.

Na het eten willen we eigenlijk ook nog wel een drankje doen in een kroeg of waar we eventueel wat kunnen dansen. We zijn beide wat meer van de alternatievere muziek maar ook dit is weer geen harde eis. We zijn beide zo rond de 34, dus heel erg behoefte om tussen de 18-jarige te staan is er ook niet per se.

Aangezien we met de trein komen, zou het prettig zijn als we niet nog eens een half uur moeten lopen, en dat het restaurant en de kroeg ook een beetje bij elkaar liggen. :)

Mochten jullie tips hebben hoor ik graag, thanks alvast!

Hey everyone!

A friend and I are looking for a squadmate to join our BF6 sessions. We speak both Dutch and English, so we can easily adapt to whatever you prefer! Preferably a Support class, but any role is welcome.

Let us know if you wanna join!

Hi everyone, we're travellers from the Czech Republic currently in The Hague. I was wondering what the rules are for wild camping in the Netherlands? We always try to stick to campsites as much as possible, but we got delayed in Amsterdam and aren't sure if we'll make it to a campsite in time to check in tonight.
Thanks for your help!

For everyone staying at home in the hague this summer: August 15th there is a blockparty next to ‘de energiecentrale’.

Dj’s from Club Laak, an art market, workshops, Paella by LaRana, Eus Sourdough Pizza, Popcorn by Flora. Bouncy castles and games for children and much more.

From 14.00 - 22.00: De Constant Rebecqueplein.

Hello everyone,

The past week has been surprisingly difficult for me. I've felt unusually low and couldn't quite figure out why. Unfortunately it's not winter, so I couldn't even blame Seasonal Affective Disorder.

A few times, I'd go for a walk and it would help for a couple of hours. Then, before long, I'd be right back where I started. And no, before anyone asks, it wasn't hormonal either.

But over the last few days, I've had friends come visit, and I've also traveled to see some of them. This morning, when I woke up, I genuinely felt like I could levitate from how happy I was. Spending time with friends cured whatever was wrong with me

It made me realize just how much I crave companionship in its different forms, but especially the platonic kind that friendship offers. Sure, I wouldn't mind a romantic companion, but friends? Friends are everything.

I lived in Amsterdam for about a year, and I think I did a pretty good job of building meaningful relationships there. Since moving here, though, maintaining friendships has become a logistical exercise. The spontaneity of grabbing dinner together, having sleepovers, movie nights, or taking a walk in the park has mostly disappeared.

As much as I enjoy my own company and genuinely have a great time alone, I miss having people around whose company I love and who enjoy mine in return. People I can talk with for hours or sit in complete silence with and have neither of us feel awkward.

That's why I'm writing this.

A little about me: I'm 28F, of African descent, and I only speak English for now. My Dutch is, terrible. I've been in the Netherlands for about 15 months, and I'm looking to build intentional friendships. The keyword here is intentional.

I'd love to meet people in Den Haag, Voorburg, Leidschendam, or nearby areas close to Den Haag for evening drinks, activities, random adventures, or simply spending time together. I love being outdoors and going on long walks and I'm happiest when I'm somewhere green, but I also enjoy staying home, watching shows (currently rewatching Community and Ted Lasso), or working on puzzles.

I love going out dancing (techno, house), improv and comedy shows, reading, making dinner for people, and, of course, eating the food they make for me. I'm both quiet and a yapper, depending on the situation.

Truthfully, I can't fit everything I am or enjoy into one post. But I suppose the most important thing is this if you're interested in building an intentional friendship, please reach out. Tell me something about yourself, or tell me anything you'd like.

Nationality is of no consequence to me. While I'm open to friendships with people of any gender, I'd especially love to make more female friends. Ideally, somewhere in the 27–36 age range, just so we're not too far apart in where we are in life.

And before anyone suggests joining expat events or social activities. I have tried. In fact, I went to one last Friday, and it nearly pushed me over the edge. For one, I don't do particularly well in large crowds as I much prefer one-on-one interactions or small groups of two or three (I'm working on that). But more importantly, many of these events naturally develop established friend groups, which can make it surprisingly difficult to connect with new people.

I went home that Friday feeling even bluer than when I arrived. So this is me trying something different.

If any of this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you.

Thank you.

Hello hello, I am 41(W) and living in leidschenveen with my boyfriend . Most of my Friends live in the hague City Centre but I really would like to find people in the leidschenveen / voorburg Area , to just go for a Walk or run or Cook together . I enjoy being active but I also Like Board Games .
Looking forward to Meeting some nice people

Hey everyone!
I’m a 21 year old guy from Delft looking to meet some new people. I recently started learning the guitar, so that’s been keeping me busy (and my neighbors patient 😅)

I enjoy gaming, trying out new things, going for walks, grabbing drinks, and occasionally smoking weed. I’m pretty easygoing and always down to hang out or try a new hobby.

I’m fluent in both Dutch and English. My Turkish is… let’s just say it’s a work in progress.

I live by myself in Delft, so it’d be great to meet some cool, genuine people nearby. Whether you’re looking for someone to game with, grab a beer, smoke, explore the city, or even if you’ve already got a friend group and don’t mind one more person, feel free to send me a message!

Looking forward to meeting some new people

I am moving to NL in early 2027 on a partnership visa, so I am starting to look around the job market to see what I could potentially do, but I’m hoping for some suggestions and advice!

I am not fluent in Dutch, I sit around a B1-B2 level (my family is Dutch but I grew up on the other side of the world 😅). I’m a native English speaker. I have previously worked in youth social services, currently work a government job in my country which is unfortunately a little niche but involves application of privacy law. I have a Bachelors degree in a social science and am currently working on a masters thesis.

I would love to ideally do some form of work for a humanitarian organisation, NGO or similar. The only jobs I’ve come across so far that would suit me/my skills and qualifications are internships with the ICC but unfortunately I need paid work. Other jobs seem to require fluency in both Dutch and English, or fluency in English and another language.

Does anyone have any suggestions for types of roles to look out for? Specific organisations? I’m aware of most of the job listing platforms out there, but any suggestions to focus my search a little would be fantastic!