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  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Indians in the Netherlands:
    Good info. Just sharing also the fact that the passport status link asks for any two of first name, last name or birth date entries. There are chances that you will get Not ready as answer if you try only first name and last name combination. In my case, ...  moreGood info. Just sharing also the fact that the passport status link asks for any two of first name, last name or birth date entries. There are chances that you will get Not ready as answer if you try only first name and last name combination. In my case, first name and birth date combination worked. So please try all combinations.  
    • March 22
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Legal Problems in the Netherlands:
    Thanks Christian, I will contact you.
    • March 22
  • sps
    sps posted a topic in the forum Legal Problems in the Netherlands:
    Q for Avocado
    Two actually -
     
    -  I am KM and wish to apply for PR for me and my family with varying dates of arrival. If I provide precise details will you be able to indicate no-obligation ballpark charges? (I want to know if I can afford that or should push it on to my employer)
    -  Does it make difference that I do not live in or close to AMS, will the process require in person interactions?...  more    Two actually -
     
    -  I am KM and wish to apply for PR for me and my family with varying dates of arrival. If I provide precise details will you be able to indicate no-obligation ballpark charges? (I want to know if I can afford that or should push it on to my employer)
    -  Does it make difference that I do not live in or close to AMS, will the process require in person interactions?
     
    Thanks.  
    • March 20
  • sps
    sps posted a topic in the forum Netherlands Soapbox:
    Insurance thru Independer.nl
    After watching the TV add few times, I decided to go in and look at independer.nl. I was shocked to see the car insurance quotes I got from multiple providers were 25% cheaper than what I am paying. Is that correct? Is there so much disparity in car insur...  moreAfter watching the TV add few times, I decided to go in and look at independer.nl. I was shocked to see the car insurance quotes I got from multiple providers were 25% cheaper than what I am paying. Is that correct? Is there so much disparity in car insurance providers? I feel cheated.  
    • March 8
  • sps
    sps posted a topic in the forum Healthcare in the Netherlands:
    Paid treatment in Netherlands
    My parents are planning to be here in summer on 90days schengen visa. I would like to do a planned heart treatment (angioplasty) in a Dutch hospital while they are here. I want to know if this is possible and who should I ask for an expense estimate?
    • January 31
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Legal Problems in the Netherlands:
    Thanks avocado. I indeed do not want to run through this process with my limited knowledge, so as I asked in my original post, and as I understand from your reply, the right time to start this process with the lawyer is about 2-3 months ahead of 5yr RP expiry date.
    • January 23
  • sps
    sps posted a topic in the forum Legal Problems in the Netherlands:
    RP to PR Transition for KM
    I have KM RP valid for 5yrs. My RP will soon hit its 5yr renewal date. I want to apply for PR (I have inbergering diploma). I would like to employ a lawyer to get this done corretly for me and family.
     
    The question is, do I apply straight for the perm residence, given the fact that I will hit 5yr mark only on the expiry date of my current RP? OR do I have to first renew my RP for next 5yrs and then apply for perm Resi?
     ...  more    I have KM RP valid for 5yrs. My RP will soon hit its 5yr renewal date. I want to apply for PR (I have inbergering diploma). I would like to employ a lawyer to get this done corretly for me and family.
     
    The question is, do I apply straight for the perm residence, given the fact that I will hit 5yr mark only on the expiry date of my current RP? OR do I have to first renew my RP for next 5yrs and then apply for perm Resi?
     
    If the former is true, how early should I go to lawyers, so that there is enough time for them and IND to process and issue replacement permit coinciding with expiry of old one.
       less
    • January 21
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Legal Problems in the Netherlands:
    Avocado.. a straight forward permanent RP application for KM ending his 5yr bepaalde tijd RP, how much in advance should the process be started with lawyer, so that everybody including IND have sufficient time to get the PRP issued to coincide with expire...  moreAvocado.. a straight forward permanent RP application for KM ending his 5yr bepaalde tijd RP, how much in advance should the process be started with lawyer, so that everybody including IND have sufficient time to get the PRP issued to coincide with expire of 5yr RP?  
    • January 8
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Indians in the Netherlands:
    You can look up on funda.nl or similar online housing website, where you get almost all information with pictures. Thats how you find houses to rent/buy in NL.
    • January 3
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Legal Problems in the Netherlands:
    On the Zoet Beleg questions, here is an excerpt from Schijf van vijf site
    "Broodbeleg
    Maar wat doe je op dat volkorenbrood? Eet je zoet beleg, kies dan liever voor jam, vruchtenhagel, (appel)stroop of honing in plaats van pindakaas, notenpasta en chocolad...  more    On the Zoet Beleg questions, here is an excerpt from Schijf van vijf site
    "Broodbeleg
    Maar wat doe je op dat volkorenbrood? Eet je zoet beleg, kies dan liever voor jam, vruchtenhagel, (appel)stroop of honing in plaats van pindakaas, notenpasta en chocoladepasta. Dat scheelt in caloriën. Ook bij vleeswaren en kaas kun je kiezen voor een minder vette variant. Bijvoorbeeld 20+ of 30+ kaas, hüttenkäse, beenham of kipfilet"
    This means "No you can't eat it" is certainly not the correct answer. Then it also does not have less calories than Hartig Beleg. So the correct answer should be, yes you can eat it as it belongs to 5 nutrition something...... agree?  less
    • December 19, 2012
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Indians in the Netherlands:
    Cool it down guys, the thread started off very well. In fact I (and probably many like me) would look forward to guys who have progressed on their passport/PR decision and see pros/cons. Either could be good, depends on personal circumstances. So keep pol...  moreCool it down guys, the thread started off very well. In fact I (and probably many like me) would look forward to guys who have progressed on their passport/PR decision and see pros/cons. Either could be good, depends on personal circumstances. So keep politics and prejudice out and contribute to the thread where possible.
    BTW, how easy (or even possible) is it to get your Indian citizenship back if you ever would like to reverse the decision?  
    • December 10, 2012
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Legal Problems in the Netherlands:
    I will take this exam on 28-Dec. There were no dates available before that and I actually have to drive couple of hours to go take this exam in Rijswijk. All you wonderful people have made great contribution to this forum. Can't thank you enough.
    Did anyone get the stolen bike question? I have a doubt : it says somewhere on the forum as below
    What is one of the steps MO needs to do before submitting the online complaint?
    a. Complain that his internet connection is too bad to submit the form;/ Check internet connection. ...  more    I will take this exam on 28-Dec. There were no dates available before that and I actually have to drive couple of hours to go take this exam in Rijswijk. All you wonderful people have made great contribution to this forum. Can't thank you enough.
    Did anyone get the stolen bike question? I have a doubt : it says somewhere on the forum as below
    What is one of the steps MO needs to do before submitting the online complaint?
    a. Complain that his internet connection is too bad to submit the form;/ Check internet connection.
    b. He should select the link on the right side ‘aangifte fietsdiefstal’
    c. He should fill his name and address
    From option b & c, many have written b as correct anwer. However, I went on the politie site and filled in an actual aangifte to end (I made sure not to submit). Option c is certainly right as you have to fill your name and address as one of the steps. Why I think option b is wrong because there is no "aangifte fietsdiefstal" link on the site. There is "internetaangifte" link and then...    less
    • November 29, 2012
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Indians in the Netherlands:
    Which one is better, HDFC or ICICI?
    • August 29, 2012
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Family life in the Netherlands:
    We are almost done with the shopping. Going to Babydump shop was a great experience, they really have a very good collection of things. We also got the stroller with free car seat in a good deal.
    With regards to Hema, I usually like to shop there, things are tidy and neatly arranged. But last week,
    we bought a couple of babygrows, each costing 10Euros. Our next stop was Zeeman, and exactly same quality babygrow was Euro3. We also bought the special aluminium bottle to warm the bed, although we have absolutely no clue how to use it. I have still not seen 70% alcohol anywhere, what do you use it for?
    We bought naval bands, which is basically a white cotton belt which already looks dirty from dust. How do we use it?...  more    We are almost done with the shopping. Going to Babydump shop was a great experience, they really have a very good collection of things. We also got the stroller with free car seat in a good deal.
    With regards to Hema, I usually like to shop there, things are tidy and neatly arranged. But last week,
    we bought a couple of babygrows, each costing 10Euros. Our next stop was Zeeman, and exactly same quality babygrow was Euro3. We also bought the special aluminium bottle to warm the bed, although we have absolutely no clue how to use it. I have still not seen 70% alcohol anywhere, what do you use it for?
    We bought naval bands, which is basically a white cotton belt which already looks dirty from dust. How do we use it?
    And the naval cream, whats that for?
    We will ofcourse get to know these things from the nurse, but feels good to get preinformed.
    We were also told to get our bed to a height of 70cms, so the care nurse does not have to bend and hurt her back (fair since they have to do it day in and out). I don't w...    less
    • August 17, 2012
  • sps
    sps posted a topic in the forum Shopping in the Netherlands:
    Ceramic powder for art
    Any clues where I can get ceramic powder for creative use?
    • August 2, 2012
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Family life in the Netherlands:
    Aren't you people wonderful... thanks for all the tips. I was actually going to buy that packet, just to ensure I don't compromise on anything essential. And I will certainly check out the gratis Etos special...
    • July 17, 2012
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Family life in the Netherlands:
    Thanks a lot Osita for your (usual) helpful reply and your wishes. We will research a bit more to buy from the list after evaluating what is really needed and will also visit babydump (what a name for baby shop..).
    • July 12, 2012
  • sps
    sps posted a topic in the forum Family life in the Netherlands:
    which Kraampakket to buy?
    We have planned hospital birth, and this is the first time we will buy kraampakket (our insurance doesn't cover it). The kraamzorg lady gave us a list, but we hardly have any clue what all those things are and where to get them. Please share your experien...  moreWe have planned hospital birth, and this is the first time we will buy kraampakket (our insurance doesn't cover it). The kraamzorg lady gave us a list, but we hardly have any clue what all those things are and where to get them. Please share your experience/recommendation on which kraampakket is good and how to go about it. thanks a lot,  
    • July 11, 2012
  • sps
    sps posted a topic in the forum Indians in the Netherlands:
    Eindhoven - ISE Primary - need school pickup help
    We are looking for help from ISE primary parents for afterschool pick-up and drop home service for about 3-4 months. We think it is reliable and safer to arrange this with another parent than with a taxi/contract transport. As such we are willing to pay f...  moreWe are looking for help from ISE primary parents for afterschool pick-up and drop home service for about 3-4 months. We think it is reliable and safer to arrange this with another parent than with a taxi/contract transport. As such we are willing to pay fair monthly charges against this service. The distance is approx 7kms west.  So if you drive, have 30mins to spare after school and would like to get some earnings in that spare time, please contact us.  
    • July 10, 2012
  • sps
    sps replied to a topic in the forum Indians in the Netherlands:
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  • March 22, 2013 12:40:45 PM CET
    in the topic Query regarding Passport Renewal in the forum Indians in the Netherlands
    Good info. Just sharing also the fact that the passport status link asks for any two of first name, last name or birth date entries. There are chances that you will get Not ready as answer if you try only first name and last name combination. In my case, first name and birth date combination worked. So please try all combinations.
  • March 22, 2013 11:24:54 AM CET
    in the topic Q for Avocado in the forum Legal Problems in the Netherlands
    Thanks Christian, I will contact you.
  • March 20, 2013 5:37:45 PM CET
    in the topic Q for Avocado in the forum Legal Problems in the Netherlands

    Two actually -

     

    -  I am KM and wish to apply for PR for me and my family with varying dates of arrival. If I provide precise details will you be able to indicate no-obligation ballpark charges? (I want to know if I can afford that or should push it on to my employer)

    -  Does it make difference that I do not live in or close to AMS, will the process require in person interactions?

     

    Thanks.

  • March 8, 2013 12:48:11 PM CET
    in the topic Insurance thru Independer.nl in the forum Netherlands Soapbox

    After watching the TV add few times, I decided to go in and look at independer.nl. I was shocked to see the car insurance quotes I got from multiple providers were 25% cheaper than what I am paying. Is that correct? Is there so much disparity in car insurance providers? I feel cheated.

  • January 31, 2013 12:38:56 PM CET
    in the topic Paid treatment in Netherlands in the forum Healthcare in the Netherlands

    My parents are planning to be here in summer on 90days schengen visa. I would like to do a planned heart treatment (angioplasty) in a Dutch hospital while they are here. I want to know if this is possible and who should I ask for an expense estimate?

    This post was edited by sps at January 31, 2013 12:38:56 PM CET
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