Shorick, thanks for this thread, its very useful but can I ask for an elaboration.

My partner is working for an international organisation. She has a contract and should have her official work permit soon. I have worked for the UN before but am now going to go on a consultancy basis so I can manage my own time. Am I right in thinking that I can apply for residency without problem? If so, under what terms do I apply with the authorities?

What are the implications in terms of taxation, health insurance, etc?

Thanks for this.
JGK