Welcome! My name is Ana Risson and I am an expat expert.

I moved to Amsterdam in 2004 and for over a decade I’ve been reporting on the Netherlands, simplifying rules and changes in the country, helping the Portuguese-speaking community to prepare, adapt and settle in the Netherlands. What once started like a hobby turned into real work: since a few years I dedicate myself exclusively to expats all over de world helping them to settle in The Netherlands and find a home in Amsterdam.

Expat assistance

Expatriating requires a lot: a new country, a new culture, a new language…

Together, we will dive into the processes of living in the Netherlands, clarifying the main doubts and offering solutions to make the expat’s life easier in the Netherlands. We offer personalised guidance on the most diverse areas, welcoming our customers during the change process.

“a talk with a local resident, with years of experience in the country, can help to clarify doubts and calm the family during the expatriation process”

Many expats don’t know what a change awaits them

• Difficulty in understanding the education system;
• Doubts about the Dutch healthcare system;
• Questions about the current cost of living;
• Questions about the local language;
• Need guidance about where to live (cities and neighbourhoods).

Housing in Amsterdam and region

In co-operation with Home Connections, a relocation agency specialised in expats, we offer a fast and personalised service in the search for a new home in Amsterdam.

The Dutch property market is extremely agile and competitive. Thanks to our networking and connections, we seek to offer properties before they hit the market.

In addition to looking for a property, we guide our clients on the best neighbourhoods, types of houses and other needs according to the client’s profile.

“Thank you for all of the information you provided us both during the video call and in the summary you sent us. We have found it extremely helpful and it’s helping us complete our research. As we’re sure you can imagine, there is so much to think about and consider”

Felipe, Washington, USA

Our solutions

Individual consulting

• Overview about the country;
• School types and indications;
• Guidance on neighbourhoods and cities;
• Clarification on health care plans and the Dutch health system;
• Etc.

Housing

• Finding a house in Amsterdam area that fits the family needs, so it feels like home in a different country;
• In-person and online visits to make sure the family finds a house even before moving to The Netherlands;
• Offers and negotiations (English and Dutch) to support you through this process and make sure you get the best deal;
• Contract review to make sure everything is clear before signing in;
• Support during the house inspection and check-in, so everything is clear when you get the keys.

“Passing by to thank you immensely. You were accurate in the information and clarification. I loved meeting you.”

Luciana Pantoja, Amsterdam

Our services are for those who:

• want to understand what to do when moving to the Netherlands: from arriving in the country to registering at the city hall;
• want to understand the school system and get guidance in finding the right school: Dutch or international;
• want to understand how the healthcare system works in the Netherlands;
• have day-to-day doubts;
• want to understand the local culture.

Ana Risson

I love to inform and tell inspiring stories that motivate you in your daily life. I’m Brazilian, journalist and in 2012 I created anadeamsterdam.com – and have never stopped since. Here I share my life in Amsterdam and create added value content about living abroad, family (I’m a mother of three), travel and lifestyle.

I’m a communicator and a facilitator, locally known as Ana de Amsterdam. Fluent in 4 languages ​​(Portuguese, English, Spanish and Dutch), I’ve worked in the Dutch financial market as a communication advisor between 2006 and 2021. Nowadays exclusively dedicated to expats, guiding and assisting people with plans to live in the Netherlands, through individual advice, relocation, courses and e-books.

You can reach me at +31 83646142 and via e-mail: ana@anadeamsterdam.com

It will be a pleasure to help you and your employees.