Dutch tax
- You pay Dutch income tax as a resident
- Set aside part of your income for tax from day one
- The expat tax scheme is only for a salaried BV director
Family
Your family can come with you
Spouse and children
Your spouse and children under 18 can apply for residence with you.
Spouse may work
Your spouse needs no work permit – for a job or for their own business.
Unmarried partner
An unmarried partner applies through the regular family route, with an income requirement.
IND fees 2026
€254 for a partner and €85 per child.
Tax
Taxes for Americans in the Netherlands
US tax
- As a US citizen you keep filing US tax returns
- A tax treaty helps avoid double taxation
- Speak to a cross-border tax adviser early
Costs
What it costs
Fees 2026
First consultation (30 min)Free
Our service feeFixed quote after the intake
IND fee – DAFT (2026)€423
Investment in your business€4,500 – stays yours
IND fee – partner / child€254 / €85
Other routes
Other routes to the Netherlands
Business
Self-employed
Run your own business in the Netherlands – with a business plan that passes the points test.
selfemployed-visa.nl Open website BusinessStart-up visa
One year to build an innovative company, guided by a recognised facilitator.
startup-visa.nl Open website WorkHighly Skilled Migrant
The fastest work route, for professionals hired by an IND recognised sponsor.
hsmvisa.nl Open website FamilyFamily reunification
Bring your children or other family members to live with you.
family-visa.nl Open websiteFigures valid for 2026, based on ind.nl. Amounts change every 1 January – always check the latest amounts with us or on ind.nl.