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Complete Guide to Living and Working in the Netherlands
Just learning about the Dutch American Friendship Treaty? Start here:
Have you decided to pursue DAFT? Follow the application process:
Ready to establish your Dutch business? Essential setup guides:
¶ 🏠 Living in the Netherlands
Essential services for daily life in the Netherlands:
Already have DAFT status? Maintain and renew your permit:
- Minimum Deposit: €4,500 in Dutch business bank account
- Application Fee: €380 (initial), €290 (renewal)
- Municipality Registration: 5 days after IND approval
- Business Setup: 6 months after IND approval
- Health Insurance: 4 months after BSN registration
- Renewal Application: 3 months before permit expiry
- ZZP (Sole Proprietorship): Best for profits under €66,000/year
- BV (Private Limited Company): Best for profits over €66,000/year + 30% ruling eligibility
- IND Processing: 1-3 months
- Initial Permit: 2 years
- Renewal Permit: 5 years
- Permanent Residency: After 5 years total
As of April 2024, the IND introduced a streamlined application process:
- No need to provide KvK registration or bank statements upfront
- 6 months to complete business setup after approval
- Simplified initial application requirements
- Minimum monthly income: €1,657 (updated annually)
- Corporate tax rate: 25.8%
- Standard health insurance deductible: €385
¶ 🔄 Maintaining Status
¶ 🌍 Living in the Netherlands
¶ 📦 Moving and Importing
¶ 👥 Family and Social
¶ 🏥 Health and Wellness
¶ 🏛️ Regional and Specialized
- Find BECON certified accountants
- Immigration lawyers specializing in DAFT
- Health insurance comparison tools
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Last updated: January 2025 | This wiki reflects current Dutch immigration law and procedures