Moving to the Netherlands on DAFT?
Feeling overwhelmed?
A move abroad can be more complex than you anticipate, especially if you have a family or are a mid‑career professional.
I help Americans plan and organize moving to the Netherlands thoughtfully and realistically, grounded in my own lived experience on the Dutch American Friendship Treaty residence permit, often called the DAFT visa.
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The Reality of Moving to the Netherlands on DAFT
Moving to the Netherlands under the Dutch American Friendship Treaty (DAFT) residence permit allows U.S. citizens to live and work in the Netherlands as self‑employed entrepreneurs.
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I’ve been living in the Netherlands on the DAFT residence permit since 2021. As someone who moved in midlife with a family, I help other Americans think through areas that may be overlooked early on:
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What DAFT is not — including why business models may need adjustment to work here
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Differences in how time, income, and work are valued, and how that affects daily life and sustainability
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How everyday systems function differently than in the U.S., sometimes in ways that matter a lot to parents and families
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My role is to help you see these gaps before they cost you time, money, or peace of mind.
How my perspective is different
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I’ve been on DAFT myself since 2021, with a successful renewal in 2023
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I've been an small business owner for 25 years, so I understand business viability
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I moved here as a mother in midlife, which shapes how I think about risk and family impact
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I focus on the friction points and overlooked challenges, not just the highlights
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My goal is for your move to be a success with less stress.
DAFT relocation coaching
Because “figuring it out as you go” can be expensive.
Many people try to figure this out as they go because they are optimistic and capable. When you don't know what you don't know, that can sometimes lead to stress and expensive course correction.
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My role is to optimize your chances of success by helping you get a birds-eye view of all the moving parts.
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I'll give you:
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Customized checklist & timeline tailored to your situation
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Housing and location guidance from someone with industry experience and connections
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Targeted troubleshooting around the questions already weighing on you
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Learn from my mistakes — and the many I’ve seen others make
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€100/hour · Most people book 3-5 sessions
