Business Customs, Protocol and
Etiquette in the Netherlands

Welcome to Doing business in the Netherlands page! Receive latest information on the Netherlands business practices and business culture. Learn about the Netherlands
business etiquette (for information on other countries
enter here). Get practical tips on how to do business with the Netherlands. Discover the best way to negotiate a deal and make business presentations. Find out about social customs and traditions, proper manners, greetings, gifts and gift-giving, presenting gift, gestures, safety, tipping and much more. The reports are published by International Cultural Enterprises, Inc. (for information about the company
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Report title: Doing Business in the Netherlands
Total words: 1545
Topics summary:
Making initial contact ..... Meeting and greeting ..... Forms of address ..... Dress code ..... First meeting ..... Verbal and nonverbal communication ..... The importance of relationship .....Orientation to time ..... Topics of conversation ..... Making a presentation ..... Names ..... Titles ..... Decision-making behavior ..... Bargaining range ..... Gift-giving ..... Wining and dining
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Report title: Proper Protocol in the Netherlands
Total words: 233
Topics summary:
Greetings .... Addressing your Dutch counterpart ..... Eye contact ..... Personal space ....
On the street ..... The Dutch homes .... Things to avoid ..... Compliments ..... Good topics to discuss
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Report title: Education System in the Netherlands
Total words: 2410
Topics summary:
Primary Education .... Secondary and Upper Secondary Education .... University and Higher Education .... Structure .... Duration .... School Year .... Tuition Fees .... Languages .... Access .... Financial Assistance .... Academic Year .... Evaluation and Promotion .... Useful Addresses
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