Dutch-American / Dutch-Japanese Friendship Treaty (DAFT / DJTT) (Verblijfsvergunning Nederlands-Amerikaans Vriendschapsverdrag)
Dutch-American / Dutch-Japanese Friendship Treaty (DAFT / DJTT) is a residence route in Netherlands (Emprendedor). Own Dutch business (BV/sole proprietorship) with ≥ €4,500 invested, substantial stake; 2-yr permit renewable 5. IND fees ~€400/person.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 4'230. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide box 1–3
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoría | Emprendedor |
|---|---|
| Inversión | CHF 4'230 |
| Tasas (familia) | CHF 1'200 |
| Ingresos / año | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Estancia mín. | — |
| RP | 5 |
| Ciudadanía | 5 |
| Trabajo | ownBusiness |
| Requisitos | US and Japanese nationals only |
| Impuestos | Worldwide box 1–3 |
| A fecha de | 2026-10 |
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