Instantly estimate how much you can borrow in the Netherlands — and receive a realistic financing strategy tailored to your situation.
Most online calculators give generic outcomes.
Dutch mortgage approval depends on income structure, residency status, bonuses, 30% ruling, and lender interpretation. Use this calculator as a starting point.
Then validate your borrowing capacity with our expat mortgage specialist.
Type of employment contract
Bonus and variable income
30% ruling eligibility
Existing loans and student debt
Partner income (foreign or Dutch)
Residency status
Property type and energy label
Two buyers with identical salaries can receive vastly different mortgage approvals depending on how their file is structured. That is why serious buyers validate their numbers with a specialist before bidding on property.
Many clients we advise initially receive incorrect or overly conservative estimates from generic calculators or bank websites. Our role is to determine your true purchasing power and position your application correctly with the right lender.
Expats working in the Netherlands
Highly skilled migrants
30% ruling beneficiaries
Entrepreneurs and directors
International income structures
Buyers relocating to NL
Most expats borrow between €350k and €900k
Dual income households often exceed €1M borrowing capacity
Energy-efficient properties may allow higher financing
Self-employed and bonus-heavy income requires specialist structuring
Lender differences remain significant.
Choosing the wrong lender first can reduce borrowing capacity or cause delays.
Most valuable for buyers who:
Plan to purchase within 6 months
Earn €70k+ income (single) or €110k+ household
Are purchasing a property €400k+
Want clarity before viewing homes
During this call you will receive:
Maximum borrowing
Monthly payment estimate
Required savings overview
Next steps to purchase