KEY STATS FOR NOMADS
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Monthly Cost
$2,500 – $3,500
All-in estimate (USD)
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INTERNET
Excellent
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SAFETY
High
Very safe. Watch for bike theft and pickpockets in tourist areas.
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Climate
Maritime
Best: Apr – Sep
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Time Zone
UTC +1/+2 (CET/CEST)
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Currency
Euro (€)
VISA & ENTRY
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Standard Entry
90 days visa-free in Schengen Area.
LANGUAGE
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Dutch — English spoken nearly universally
WHY NOMADS LOVE IT
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English spoken universally — zero language barrier
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One of Europe's most international cities
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Exceptional cycling infrastructure and public transport
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Strong tech and startup ecosystem — European HQs of many US tech firms
POPULAR NOMAD AREAS
📍 De Pijp📍 Jordaan📍 Oud-West📍 NDSM Wharf (creative hub)📍 Noord
TAX & FINANCES
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Netherlands has a 30% ruling for highly skilled expats — 30% of salary is tax-free for 5 years. Income tax up to 49.5% otherwise.