DAFT application with us
Move to the Netherlands as a self‑employed American
The Dutch-American Friendship Treaty (DAFT) is the route that makes it possible. We prepare your DAFT application with you and help you set up your business here. Your time goes into your work and your move.
15 minutes with Michael or Angelina to see if this fits your plans.
What is included
- Your DAFT application prepared with you and submitted to the IND
- A check of every document and a cover letter for your file
- IND letters handled with you until the decision
- A walk-through of your KvK registration
- Introductions to a bank and an accountant we work with
- General housing help and introductions to housing contactsWe explain what makes an address registrable and introduce you to people who can help with your search. You find and rent your home yourself.
Official fees go to the IND and KvK directly. They are not part of this price.
One price for your application
€1,295 excl. VAT
Book a free intro call- Everything you already paid us comes off that price. That covers the €99 DAFT guide, Desk at €249 and the €199 strategy session.
- Payment plans are available. We go through the options with you on your free intro call.
- Founders based outside the EU generally don't pay Dutch VAT on this.
The IND decides every application. We help you make your file complete and clear.
How we start
- Book a free 15-minute intro call with Michael or Angelina.
- We look at your plans together and tell you if DAFT fits.
- If you want to go ahead we agree the start date and begin on your file.
Prefer to do it yourself?
The DAFT guide takes you through the seven steps in order, with the official source for each one. It costs €99 and we credit the full amount if you later prepare the application with us.
See the DAFT guide