Frequently asked questions

For most of the vacancies we offer, it is difficult to go abroad with children because the salary is often insufficient to support your family. Besides that, the employer often expects you to work full time and it can be hard to find a nanny. Living and working abroad with children also poses some organizational problems. In our experience, it is therefore rare that your children can accompany you abroad for the positions we currently offer.

It depends on the country that you will be working in. Generally, most vaccines are only needed when traveling outside of Europe. The best is to consult with your doctor about the recommended vaccines for the country you are going to.

On your Yobbers profile, you will find a personal link that you can share with your family and friends. Copy the link and send it to your friends. They will then be able to sign up via the link and we will register the referral in our system. Once they start the job and it all is in line with the guidelines, you will receive the reward. Read more about it on our referral page!

For most jobs, it is complicated to take pets with you. Most of the time, if there is accommodation offered, it is not suitable for animals. There are also laws about bringing animals into a country, and be aware that you often work 40 hours a week. So, in our experience, it is rather complicated to take your pet abroad. But the choice is yours, of course!

Good question! Your contract needs to be registered in one country. That way, the employer knows which laws to adhere to, such as tax regulations, labor laws, and employment requirements. Additionally, it helps if all colleagues are in the same country because of privacy laws, time zones, and visa requirements.

When you work abroad, it is necessary to have health insurance, travel insurance, and liability insurance. It is important to consider which insurance suits you best. Sometimes, the employer abroad may provide health insurance. Always inquire with your employer about what they can arrange for you. If you plan to work abroad for an extended period, it is necessary to register with the municipality where you work and reside. Feel free to send us a message if you have any questions!

For most of the vacancies we offer on the website, it is not possible to maintain two houses. Unfortunately, the starting salary is often insufficient to sustain two residences. Although the cost of living is cheaper in many countries, most people choose to give up their lease or temporarily sublet. From our own experience, we know that undergoing this unique life experience is definitely worth it!

No, you are not required to stay in the housing of the employer for the duration of your contract. Just discuss this and notify your company in a timely manner if you wish to leave the housing!

If the accommodation is temporarily available, it generally means that the employer will provide housing for the first weeks. This way, you can start your new job abroad easily and it is easier to find accommodation when you are already in the country. You can find the specifics per job in the vacancy itself. Otherwise, we will tell you about it in the application process.

Generally, your partner can join you for the new chapter abroad. Sometimes accommodation is offered by the employer. In this case, the accommodations are only offered to people employed by the employer. If you decide to come with your partner who does not work for the same employer, you have to find accommodation for both of you on your own initiative. It's possible for sure!

In some of the jobs, the employer supports you with a relocation package. This can vary depending on the job and the company. For example, it can include (temporary) accommodation or rent supplements, reimbursement of your flight ticket, airport pick-up, health insurance, or even various free leisure activities.
This should help you to arrive in the new country more easily and to make contacts!

You will find out exactly what applies to you in your first non-binding telephone conversation with us after your application.

In some cases the employer offers accommodation, this is always indicated in the vacancy itself. Even if they do not offer accommodation, the employers will have information and advice on how to find a home in your new country. Take a look at our housing abroad page for discounts and read our blogs full of tips on finding accommodation abroad. We also have Relocation Experts working at Yobbers who would love to help you find your new home! 

When you go to work abroad, you receive an employment contract from your new employer abroad. You are not employed by Yobbers, unless you applied for a job at Yobbers directly.

No! The contact, advice, service, and help given during the recruitment process by Yobbers are free, you don't have to pay us anything! Depending on the job and the employer, you may have to pay for your flight and accommodation yourself. This is always clearly indicated in the vacancies and discussed during the application process.

We post new jobs regularly! To keep up to date with the latest job offers, it is important that you have an account. As soon as a vacancy that matches your profile and interests becomes available, you will be the first to know. If you would like to receive further updates from us, you can also sign up for our newsletter! 

Yes, you can easily make changes by going to your profile settings. If you have any problems editing your profile, send us a message via chat and we will be happy to help you!

As an employee, you are always entitled to a legal number of vacation days per year. The amount of these days is stated in the contract you received from your employer. To take your days, discuss it with your employer abroad.

Yes, all ages are welcome to apply!

Yes, absolutely! EU countries coordinate their pension systems, so you will continue to accumulate pension if you work in countries like Spain or Greece. Curious about the details for each country? Read our blog about pensions abroad or ask your personal recruiter for more information!

There are some things to consider before you leave. It is important to set aside money for the first month abroad, as you may not receive your salary up front. Some employers will help you with the administrative procedures. Don't worry, during your recruitment process, you will learn more about what your employer will arrange for you and what you need to take care of. We will guide you through it! If you have specific questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us via chat or read our checklist on how to prepare to go abroad. 

From your first visit to our website to starting your new job abroad, Yobbers is your travel partner! For most vacancies, we are responsible for the recruitment process and will guide you through the entire process. No matter what, we are always here to help: before, during, and after your experience abroad!

We currently do not offer any internships abroad. However, we might have internships available directly at Yobbers, at our office in Leeuwarden of Valencia. Have a look at our working at Yobbers page!

Sometimes, we have our own open vacancies on our website. If our logo appears in the job photo, it's a job at Yobbers. But mostly, you will not be working directly at Yobbers. We are only involved in the application process. 

For most jobs, you need to be 18 years old due to laws and regulations. Are you almost 18 years old? Then it is possible to send your application already. As long as you are 18 when you start the job, it is no problem to apply before you turn 18. Feel free to reach out to us, then we can see if we have possibilities!

You can refer as many people as you want to Yobbers. Your personal link remains the same and is always valid. You will receive a reward for each person who starts a job abroad for about (6-12) months. Please keep an eye on the guidelines, it is clearly stated when you are entitled to the reward. 

Yes, you can delete your account yourself in the settings by clicking here. After two weeks, your account and all data will be permanently deleted from all our systems. If you change your mind in the meantime, we can reactivate the account. After that, it is no longer possible!

Due to legislation and regulations, our employers are looking for people who have the European nationality or have a valid work permit. It is important that you have a work permit for the specific country you wish to work in. If you have the work permit, you are welcome to apply!

For most positions, it is necessary to have at least a high school degree but there are exceptions. Therefore, we recommend carefully reading the vacancy and the requirements. Each vacancy will have information on whether or not you need a degree. 

Feel free to ask them through our website chat, we'll be happy to answer all your questions! Have you already applied for an interesting job vacancy? In that case, one of our recruiters will get in touch with you by phone as soon as possible. This is also the perfect opportunity to ask any questions you may have!

What a great decision, working abroad together has many advantages. It is certainly possible to apply together with a friend. You both need to make accounts on our website and apply to your preferred vacancy. In the application, you will have to mention that you want to work together with your friend, and we and the employer will consider it. However, we cannot make any promises that you will get the same job. We also have a referral program, where you can earn a reward of €1.000 if your friends apply via the link in your profile. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via chat!

Your application is processed by Yobbers. After your application, one of our recruiters will contact you as soon as possible. Read more about how the application process works here!

For all job vacancies, it is important that you upload your most recent English resume so that our recruiters can forward your resume to the employer abroad. In your profile on our website, you can easily put together a resume using our resume builder!

We recommend that you apply for vacancies that match your interests 2-3 months in advance. However, for some positions, employers are looking for people who can start as soon as possible. We've had people who applied and started abroad a week later! You can contact us to discuss the possibilities of the vacancies we currently have available. 

Do you have ambitions for your future? Many of the vacancies on our platform offer various career opportunities. If you show that you have what it takes, you can quickly move up within the organization. Sometimes this happens within three months! Have you already found an interesting job vacancy on our website? We would be happy to turn your adventure into reality and tell you all about the possibilities!

Yes, all ages are welcome to apply!

If you have an European passport and want to work in a European country, you do not need a visa. Due to agreements within the European Union, there is free movement of workers. If you decide to work in a country outside Europe, you may need a visa. Be sure to check this out in advance when you take on the challenge of working abroad. During the application process, we’ll inform you about all the things that should be arranged. In most cases, your future employer helps with paperwork like this. 

Most of the employers are looking for people who want to stay at least 12 months abroad. Generally, it is possible to stay longer than that, if the employer and you are happy with the cooperation. It is up to you to make the best out of your chance abroad!

The vacancies show the minimum availability for each job. Most employers are looking for someone who is available during this period. But feel free to reach out to discuss possibilities!

It is important that you speak the languages which are required for the job, in most cases that is your native language and English. This is always stated in the vacancies. But generally, you do not have to speak the native language, you can learn that once you are there!

When an experience or a certain degree is specifically requested in the offer, it is necessary to have it. This is indicated in the vacancies. Luckily, we have many opportunities which do not require any experience. Feel free to reach out via chat, then we can find the best fit for you!

It is not always necessary to be fluent in English. However, a basic understanding is an advantage if you work abroad. The require language level is mentioned in each vacancy, and we sometimes have vacancies which do not require any English skills. Besides, you'll improve your English skills quickly when you start working abroad!

There is a possibility that we currently don’t have open positions in your preferred country/city/area. Every week, we get new vacancies. You can subscribe to our newsletter or sign up with your account for updates about specific locations. That way, we can keep you updated and inform you when we have new positions.

It is important that you have created an account on our website in order to apply. You can apply via the button on the vacancy page. In order to make the process as fast and smooth as possible, we advise you to already upload your English resume to your profile.

Your adventure abroad starts with Yobbers! We assist you in finding a job abroad by connecting you with an employer in a foreign country. This way, you can easily take the step to live and work abroad. We are a young, professional team with lots of experience when it comes to living and working abroad. Together, we aim to inspire as many people as possible to (just like us) discover the world! Our main office is in Leeuwarden, the Netherlands. Since the beginning of 2022, we also have an office in Valencia, Spain. 

From your first visit to our website to starting your new job abroad, Yobbers is your travel partner! For most vacancies, we are responsible for the recruitment process and will guide you through the entire process. No matter what, we are always here to help: before, during, and after your experience abroad!