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Moving from the Netherlands to Singapore
Everything Dutch professionals need to know about the Employment Pass (EP), tax, housing, and settling in.
~5,000 Dutch. Active business and social networks.
Employment Pass Minimum Salary
SGD 5,600/month (age 23)
Tax Comparison
Netherlands 36
Tax Treaty
Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA)
What works in your favor
- ✓Netherlands-Singapore DTA with favorable rates
- ✓Dutch driving licence converts without test
- ✓Strong Dutch business community
- ✓English proficiency makes transition seamless
Things to watch out for
- ⚠Dutch 30% ruling: moving abroad ends the ruling
- ⚠Dutch pension (AOW) credits stop accumulating while abroad
- ⚠No Dutch healthcare equivalent — need private insurance
Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) Details
Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) — dividends 0-15%, interest 0-10%, royalties 0%