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  • Turning 18: get an overview for your situation

    Answer a few questions and see what you need to arrange and know when you turn 18.

  • Health insurance

    Information on the Netherlands’ standard health insurance, including coverage and costs.

  • Tuition, fee, refund and loan

    Read about tuition fees for MBO and higher education in the Netherlands, including refunds and financial support options.

  • Student finance

    Information on student finance in the Netherlands, including help with study costs, loans and allowances.

  • Buying alcohol

    Information on the minimum age for buying alcohol in the Netherlands. It also explains the rules for having alcohol in public.

  • Wajong benefit

    Read who can receive Wajong benefits for young disabled people and how to apply.

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  1. Applying for a DigiD

    With DigiD, you can handle official matters online. For example, you need it to apply for student finance.

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  2. Rules for driving licences

    Rules for driving licences in the Netherlands, including minimum ages for tests and supervised driving.

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  3. Voting in elections

    From the age of 18, you are allowed to vote in elections. For example, in elections for the House of Representatives or local council elections.

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