Netherlands – Visas
The Netherlands maintains a well-organised immigration framework administered by the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND). Citizens of EU/EEA…
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Cycling infrastructure, excellent healthcare and English spoken everywhere make the Netherlands easy to settle into. A favourable tax scheme helps skilled migrants, and a dedicated treaty opens a route for American entrepreneurs.
The Netherlands at a glance
Cost of living
High
Property
Expensive
Healthcare
Excellent
Safety
Safe
Climate
Cool (~11°C)
English
Native / official
Expat community
Established
Where The Netherlands is strongest: healthcare #14 of 78safety #16 of 78English-friendliness #18 of 81
Worth weighing up: tax friendliness #74 of 81property affordability #61 of 75cost of living #59 of 77
TaxWorldwide; 30% ruling for skilled migrants
Visa / residencySkilled migrant/DAFT; no retiree visa
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